RUNNING SPUR RANCH
Vale, Oregon
$2,400,000
559.2± Acres
INTRODUCTION
Just over an hour west of Boise and a few minutes outside Vale, Oregon, this 559± acre gentleman’s ranch sits above the Malheur River Valley, surrounded by productive farmland known for onions, potatoes, corn, alfalfa, and cattle.
The setup here is clean, practical, and built with purpose. A 3,020± square-foot home anchors the property with a functional yet aesthetic layout, including travertine tile underfoot and a well-appointed kitchen. The home has a wideopen feel, with spacious common areas that flow naturally from kitchen to dining to living room, all lined with windows that pull in the view and natural light.
A short walk across the breezeway takes you to an oversized garage. Two outbuildings infuse function into the compound: the 44’ x 56’ barn offers large overhead doors on either end for easy pull-through access, two horse stalls, a climatecontrolled office, a bathroom, and hot water. Just beyond that, the 39’ x 36’ shop includes finished flex space, a workshop area, and covered hay storage. Additional site features include loafing sheds, working corrals, water tanks, and fenced pastures rounding out a property ready to run cattle, keep horses, or both.
Hunting here is no afterthought. With Bureau of Land Management (BLM) ground bordering the north boundary, the ranch sees steady mule deer activity and upland bird habitat. Spring and fall bring dense waterfowl traffic thanks to its position along the Pacific Flyway.
What sets this ranch apart is how well the home and infrastructure support the lifestyle. There are no shortcuts, just solid ground.
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QUICK FACTS
• 559.2± deeded acres
• Adjacent to BLM on the north border
• 3 bedroom, 4 bath 3,020± square-foot home with oversized garage
• 44’ X 56’ barn with climate-controlled office size
34’ x 14’
• 39’ x 36’ shop with exterior covered hay storage
• Summer pasture owner rated for 25 cattle pair for six months
• Perimeter fenced with two pastures, built with iron rail
• Horse arena and corrals
• 70± miles west of Boise, Idaho
Running Spur Ranch | Vale, Oregon
ACREAGE
Running Spur Ranch spans 559.2± contiguous acres, with a mix of gently rolling pasture and wellfenced paddocks. The north boundary backs up to BLM ground, expanding your access and sense of space. It’s a layout that supports both livestock and recreation with ease.
Running Spur Ranch | Vale, Oregon
Running Spur Ranch | Vale, Oregon
IMPROVEMENTS
From the house to the hay shed, everything here is built to work and last. The 3,020± square-foot home features three bedrooms and four bathrooms, an open layout, travertine flooring, and a kitchen designed to handle real use. A breezeway leads to an oversized garage. Two well-planned outbuildings, the barn and shop, add function to the operation, with a large executive office, pull-through bays, horse stalls, workspace, and hay storage. Loafing sheds, corrals, water tanks, and cross-fenced pastures are all in place and in excellent condition.
Running Spur Ranch | Vale, Oregon
Running Spur Ranch | Vale, Oregon
Running Spur Ranch | Vale, Oregon
HUNTING | WILDLIFE | RECREATION
The ranch offers direct access to Oregon’s Beulah Unit (Unit 65), well known for strong populations of mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, and pronghorn antelope. The varied terrain, from open pasture to rimrock and sage, supports upland birds such as chukar and quail. Its proximity to the Malheur River corridor brings seasonal waterfowl migrations along the Pacific Flyway, creating a wellrounded opportunity for big game and bird hunting.
FISHING
The Malheur River and its tributaries near Vale offer excellent trout fishing, particularly for native redband trout. Upstream areas such as the North Fork are known for their populations of redband and bull trout, providing a rewarding experience for fly anglers. Just east, the Snake River near Ontario presents a wide range of fishing opportunities, with rainbow and brown trout, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, and crappie commonly caught, especially in productive stretches like Brownlee Reservoir. The mix of cold water and warm water species makes this region a versatile destination for anglers of all types.
Channel Catfish - Photo not taken on property
Redband Trout - Photo not taken on property
Crappie- Photo not taken on property
Bull Trout- Photo not taken on property
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Running Spur Ranch | Vale, Oregon
AREA HISTORY
Vale and nearby Ontario are steeped in the heritage of Oregon’s ranching frontier, with traditions that go back to the days of the Oregon Trail. Vale is home to one of the state’s oldest rodeos, first held in 1914 and still going strong every Fourth of July. The event has become a cornerstone of local culture, celebrating over a century of ranching, horsemanship, and small-town pride in the heart of Eastern Oregon.
Photo not taken on property
CLIMATE
Vale, Oregon, has a semi-arid climate with hot, dry summers and cool, wetter winters. It averages 10 inches of rain, 12 inches of snow, and 209 sunny days annually.
Climate charts courtesy of https://www.city-data.com/city/Vale-Oregon.html
Running Spur Ranch
LOCATION
Vale, Oregon, is a small, close-knit community in the high desert and river country of Eastern Oregon. Surrounded by open farmland, rugged hills, and abundant outdoor recreation, the area is steeped in a lifestyle rooted in agriculture, history, and natural beauty. Positioned near the banks of the Snake River, Vale enjoys the benefits of rich soils and a strong agricultural economy, particularly in hay, cattle, and row crops. The town sits along the historic Oregon Trail and maintains a proud heritage reflected in its murals, museums, and community traditions. Just 70± miles west lies Boise, Idaho’s fast-growing capital offering major amenities, while 60± miles east is Pendleton, known for its iconic Round-Up rodeo and vibrant Western culture. This strategic location blends rural tranquility with access to regional commerce and recreation.
AIRPORT SERVICES
Ontario Municipal Airport (ONO), located approximately 12 minutes from Running Spur Ranch, offers facilities for private and charter flights. For commercial air travel, Boise Airport (BOI) is the nearest major airport, located about 70 miles east. BOI provides nonstop flights to 28 destinations across the United States, including major hubs such as Seattle, Denver, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and Chicago, operated by nine airlines.
Running Spur Ranch | Vale, Oregon
Running Spur Ranch | Vale, Oregon
Running Spur Ranch | Vale, Oregon
WATER SOURCES
The property includes three strategically placed water tanks connected by a buried line, providing reliable stock water across the pasture system.
MINERAL RIGHTS
All mineral rights appurtenant to the property and owned by the seller will convey to the buyer at closing. Mineral rights are not guaranteed. It is suggested that the buyer conduct a mineral search with a title company.
CONSERVATION | STEWARDSHIP
There are no easements encumbering the ranch.
Each of us at Fay loves the land and wants to see it remain a productive agricultural ground and a quality fish and wildlife habitat. Through promoting thoughtful land stewardship, Fay has guided owners toward a legacy of conserving wide-open spaces, enhancing and creating fisheries and wildlife habitats, and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay is proud to say that since our company began in 1992, our clients’ conservation ethics and land-use practices have significantly enhanced our work landscape.
Running Spur Ranch | Vale, Oregon
Located just outside Vale, Oregon, and a little over an hour from Boise, this 559± acre gentleman’s ranch sits above the Malheur River Valley in the heart of Oregon’s high desert farm country. The land is well suited for cattle, horses, or both, with fenced pastures, working corrals, loafing sheds, and three strategically placed water tanks connected by buried line. The 3,020± square-foot home features open common areas and quality finishes.
An oversized garage connects via breezeway, while two outbuildings add real utility. The 44’ x 56’ barn offers drivethrough bays, horse stalls, and a climate-controlled executive office. A 39’ x 36’ shop provides flex space, a workshop area, and covered hay storage. BLM land borders the north, providing additional space and direct access to hunting in Oregon’s Beulah Unit. With panoramic views, clean infrastructure, and deep roots in ranching country, this is Eastern Oregon at its most authentic.
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Please contact Dave Halgerson at (208) 869-8807 | dhalgerson@fayranches.com to schedule a showing. This is an exclusive listing. An agent from Fay Ranches must be present at all showings, unless otherwise noted or other arrangements are made. To view other properties we have listed, please visit our web page at www. fayranches.com.
TAXES
$7,211
$2,400,000 Cash
Conventional Financing 1031 Exchange
Offer is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information regarding land classification, carrying capacities, maps, etc., is intended only as a general guideline and has been provided by the owners and other sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to research the information to their own satisfaction.
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