Premier Elk Hunting Ranch In Western New Mexico-The Legendary Pratt Ranch

The Legendary Pratt Ranch was established in 2011 and is a truly special place offering countless outdoor recreation opportunities including exceptional Trophy Elk, Mule Deer and Waterfowl Hunting, Fishing, Biking, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Off-Highway Vehicle Riding, Camping and Ranching. Located in the stunning Zuni Mountains of Game Management Unit (GMU) 10, it is comprised of 7,047+/- deeded acres, 1,400+/- acres of State Trust Land Lease and 640 acres of BLM Lease, all comprising some of New Mexico's pristine mountain wildlife habitat. The property is located within the Cottonwood Creek drainage which leads to nearby Bluewater Lake. The ranch has a long history of Conservation Management practices through habitat improvements made throughout the property to increase the carrying capacity of the landscape for Elk, Mule Deer, Waterfowl, Trout, and Warm Water Fish Species. The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has recognized the Pratt Ranch as a Special Management Ranch over the last 14 years because of the work that has been done for Conservation. Complementing the property are two center pivot irrigation sprinklers providing agriculture fields with precious water during the summer growing season. All water rights will convey with the ranch to support the irrigated agriculture fields. Managing this property for elk has been the primary focus. Elk are resident on this property with an increased numbers in the fall as rutting activity causes more movements and congregation of animals in agriculture pastures. It's not uncommon to see groups of elk feeding on and around the agriculture fields.Historically, the Zuni Mountains have produced trophy sized bull elk with some scoring over 400 inches and some mule deer reaching the 200-inch mark.In 2024 the Ranch was allocated 18 Elk Authorizations to include one incentive Elk Authorization with early hunt dates designations as listed below:1-Any legal weapon Mature Bull Authorization valid October 1-December 31 (any 5 consecutive days).5-Any legal weapon Mature Bull Elk Authorizations (can be used during muzzleloader or rifle season any 5 consecutive days).8-Either sex Archery Elk Authorizations.4-Antlerless Elk Authorizations.Elevation ranges from approximately 7,000 feet to over 7,400 feet, comprising a combination of pine forest, pinyon-juniper woodland and open meadow grasslands. The major canopy vegetation consists of Ponderosa Pine, Pinyon, multiple Juniper species, Gambles Oak, Scrub Oak, Mountain Mahogany, and Willows. The primary grass and forb vegetation consists of: Arizona Fescue, Mountain Muhly, Junegrass, Stipa, Sacaton, Blue Gramma, Muttongrass, Timberoatgrass, Bluegrass and Rocky Mountain Iris.Water is plentiful across the landscape with eight wells, one creek, three artesian springs, one 5+/- acre lake, one- 4+/- acre pond, one-3+/- acre pond and 11+/- dirt tanks on the property. The expanded water developments provide water to elk and other wildlife on all portions of the ranch. The irrigation and fishing ponds offer great private fishing adventures for brown trout, rainbow trout, bluegill, crappie and largemouth bass. Waterfowl frequent the lake and ponds, offering some waterfowl hunting opportunities.The majestic 8,078+/- sq. ft, three-level custom built Log Lodge, rises atop a small hilltop overlooking the Cottonwood Creek Valley and long range shooting course. The Lodge was built with first class in mind consisting of distressed hardwood flooring, custom built cabinets made of Alligator Juniper, custom built wood doors, Custom furniture made of Alligator Juniper, granite countertops, stone showers and flooring, seven fireplaces, two bars, custom antler chandeliers, office, secure gun room, large reloading or storage room, game room, art room, media room, and other storage rooms. The views from the hardwood deck are breathtaking, to say the least! The Lodge has four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and two half bathrooms. A spacious 1100+/-sq. ft garage offers ample room to accommodate your vehicle storage needs. From the lower deck originates a long-range shooting range built with hanging still plate targets, offering recreational shooting opportunities from the convenience of the Lodge.The massive 13,800+/sq. ft., six-door bay Metal Shop provides all the needed covered shop space, including a commercial hydraulic vehicle lift, and is ready to aid in servicing vehicles and farm equipment. Near the shop and overlooking the trout pond, sits the 1200+/sq. ft. Guest House, offering comfort with three bedrooms, one 3/4 customized bathroom, and space for relaxing.The Ranch offers horse lovers a 1700+/- sq. ft equestrian stable barn and metal pipe corrals, offering a first-class facility to pamper your horses with riding opportunities across the ranch or onto the expansive and adjacent Cibola National Forest.Centrally located is the 1800+/- sq. ft Foreman's House with three bedrooms and one full bathroom. Two 1800+/- sq. ft tall metal barns, one with three bay doors, are conveniently placed near the Foreman's House and close to the Equestrian Stables.The 1100+/-/- sq. ft Hunters Cabin offers comfort with three bedrooms, two-3/4 bathrooms, and a fully furnished kitchen with granite countertops and custom red oak cabinets. A game processing site is adjacent to the Hunters Cabin, offering the convenience of a walk-in cooler, stainless steel table, sink, and a hydraulic lift boom for processing harvested game. On either side of the Hunters Cabin are two Recreational Vehicle (RV) hookup concrete pads with electric and sewer hookups ready for your guests arriving in RVs.This premium, turnkey-ready property offers a rare opportunity to own a very special ranch in western New Mexico!