Bishop Canyon South

Bishop Canyon South is a 631 acre property that provides quality agriculture and hunting opportunities in the breathtaking landscapes of Southwestern Colorado. The property can be combined with Biship Canyon North (657 acres) for additional acreage. There are 215 acres of agriculture on the property that can provide income, and also attracts Elk and Mule Deer for high quality hunting. Surrounding the ag fields is diverse terrain including cliffs, draws, pinions, junipers, sagebrush, and native grasses. A private trail system allows for good access and mobility. The property delivers stunning panoramic views of Colorado and Utah mountains. There is prime hunting in the area (GMU 711) and on the property, featuring B&C Mule Deer (resident and migratory, with 200+ bucks harvested) and robust Elk herds (300+ bulls, including migratory 350+ from Utah). The property qualifies for Landowner Preference Program (LPP) Mule Deer vouchers, which can be sold, while Elk tags are OTC for 2nd and 3rd rifle seasons. Additional game includes mountain lion, black bear, turkey, and small game. Water sources on the property (multiple dirt tanks), along with plenty of feed from the ag fields, support thriving wildlife. Two elevated Muddy blinds are currently in position overlooking ag fields and draws. Bishop Canyon South is framed by the La Sal, San Juan, and Abajo Mountains, Uncompahgre Plateau, and Disappointment Valley. There is year-round access off 6HS Road (where power is located), and the property is partially fenced. The property is just hours from Arches, Canyonlands, Mesa Verde, and Glen Canyon. Nearby towns like Dove Creek (15-20 mins), Cortez (45 mins), and Durango (1 hr 25 mins) offer amenities, while Moab (1 hr 30 mins) and Telluride (2 hrs) add adventure. Bishop Canyon North is a beautiful hunter's paradise and a gateway to iconic Southwestern landscapes. PROPERTY ATTRIBUTES 631 deeded acres Hunting for Elk and Mule Deer Qualifies for LPP Vouchers for Mule Deer Access from county road Spring and multiple seasonal dirt tanks Ag fields and draws 215 acres of Agricultural crops Income producing from agriculture crops Wildlife attracted to water and food sources Vegetation includes cedars, pinons, sage, and native grasses Internal trails/roads Fenced for cattle HUNTING GMU 711 Quality Mule Deer and Elk hunting Hunting for Mountain Lion, Black Bear, Turkey, and Small Game Two Muddy tower blinds ready to hunt Qualifies for the Landowner Preference Program (LPP) vouchers for Mule Deer LPP vouchers can be sold MULE DEER There are resident and migrating Mule Deer in this area. Many bucks in the 200 range have been harvested in the past. The agricultural fields, along with the abundant cover, help sustain these herds and attract them to the property. Property qualifies for the Colorado Landowner Preference Program vouchers for Mule Deer (*contact agent for more information about tag availability) Bucks in the 200 range have been harvested in this area ELK There are resident and migratory Elk in this area. Many bulls in the 300 range have been harvested in the past. With its proximity to the Utah state line there have been many migratory bulls harvested in the 350+ range. Trophy class bulls migrate from Utah in the fall Draw for Archery, 1st and 4th season rifle tags OTC for 2nd and 3rd season rifle LAND Cliffs and draws, pinions, junipers, sagebrush, native grasses Agriculture fields Income producing (*contact agent for more information) ACCESS Direct access from 6HS Road (gravel, maintained) LOCALE 15-20 mins. to Cahone and Dove Creek CO. (Hotel, Groceries & Fuel) 30 mins. To Monticello UT (Hotels, Groceries, & Dining) 45 mins. to Cortez, CO (Airport, Hotels, Groceries, & Dining) 1 hour 25 minutes to Durango, CO (Airport Hotels, & Dining) 1 hr. 30 min to Moab, UT (Arches National Park & Whitewater Rafting & Off-roading) 2 hrs. to Telluride, CO (Airport, Groceries, Dining) 2 hrs. 22 min to Montrose, CO (Airport, Groceries, Dining) [Bishop Canyon South can be combined with Bishop Canyon North (657 acres) to make Bishop Canyon Ranch (1,288 acres). Contact agent for more information]