$425,000

This 36.85-acre property combines privacy, accessibility, and remarkable mountain scenery in a gated community. The property features rolling, usable terrain that provides a variety of possibilities for recreation, a future homesite, and enjoying the surrounding landscape. A roughed-in driveway provides access across the property to a central location, creating a convenient starting point for exploring the acreage and developing a private mountain retreat. The property also offers access to an adjoining 40-acre parcel of BLM land, providing additional space to explore and enjoy the surrounding Colorado landscape. From the property, enjoy expansive views of the Collegiate Peaks, Arkansas River Valley, and Browns Canyon National Monument across the valley. The varied terrain and elevated setting offer numerous possibilities for a future homesite, recreational cabin, or private getaway. Whether envisioned as a full-time mountain residence, weekend retreat, or recreational basecamp, this acreage provides the space and setting to build something truly special. Few areas in Colorado offer the breadth of outdoor recreation found in Chaffee County. The nearby Arkansas River is renowned for its Gold Medal trout fishing and provides exceptional opportunities for rafting, kayaking, and other water-based adventures. Monarch Mountain Ski Area is within easy driving distance, while the charming mountain town of Salida is approximately 20 minutes away. Salida offers a vibrant selection of restaurants, galleries, shops, breweries, and community events. Beyond the valley, the surrounding public lands provide abundant opportunities for hiking, hunting, camping, wildlife viewing, and exploration. With its combination of acreage, privacy, panoramic mountain views, rolling usable terrain, and proximity to some of central Colorado's finest outdoor amenities, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to create your own Colorado mountain haven.