The Moreland Home Place spans 3,352± deeded acres. This Colorado ranch presents a unique opportunity to own and operate on the short-grass prairie, one of the most productive and resilient grazing ecosystems in the West. The prairie is renowned for its ability to maintain nutritional forage even in dry conditions, supporting cattle health and efficient weight gain. Historically, this property was operated as a cow/calf ranch, taking advantage of the land’s consistent grazing quality and abundant water resources. In recent years, ownership has successfully leased the ranch to outside operators for summer grazing of yearlings from June to September, demonstrating its flexibility for various types of cattle enterprises.
The ranch is fully fenced and cross-fenced, allowing for strategic rotational grazing and efficient use of the grass resource. Four dependable water wells service the pastures, providing reliable water distribution throughout the property. Functional cattle working facilities include shipping corrals with processing equipment and a scale, ensuring smooth management and shipping operations.
Improvements on the ranch strike a balance between comfort and utility. A 1,680± square foot home offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a full unfinished basement, providing comfortable living quarters for a manager, family, or guests. Outbuildings include a 60’ x 40’ Quonset hut for machinery and hay storage, a 46’ x 30’ garage, and a 120’ x 21’ lean-to shed, all designed to support ranching operations with ample space for equipment, vehicles, and supplies.
Whether operated as a traditional cow/calf ranch, continued as a lease property for yearlings, or tailored to another livestock program, this ranch offers outstanding versatility. Its short-grass prairie provides both resilience and productivity, supporting long-term operations with minimal input costs. With excellent working facilities, water infrastructure, and a strong history of both owner and lease operations, the property is well-positioned for a new owner to step in and benefit immediately.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a large, well-improved ranch where natural resources, functionality, and flexibility come together to support generations of cattle ranching success.
QUICK FACTS
• 3,352± deeded acres
• Fenced and cross-fenced
• Shipping corrals with processing equipment, and a cattle scale
• 4 water wells
• 1,680± square foot, three-bedroom, two-bathroom home, plus a full unfinished basement
• 60’ x 40’ Quonset hut
• 46’ x 30’ garage
• 120’ x 21’ lean-to shed
• Productive short grass prairie
• Was once used as a year-round cow/calf operation
• Currently leased annually for grazing yearlings from June to September
ACREAGE
• 3,352± deeded acres
Owning a large ranch north of Boone, Colorado, presents a rare opportunity to combine productive agricultural land with wide-open spaces and a true ranching lifestyle. This region is known for its fertile short-grass prairie, which is ideal for supporting cow-calf operations or grazing yearlings through the summer months. Expansive acreage allows for proper rotational grazing, improving pasture health and sustaining livestock with reliable forage. The open landscape is complemented by Colorado’s mild climate, which offers long growing seasons, clear skies, stunning mountain views, and plentiful sunshine. Ample space provides flexibility for corrals, barns, and equipment storage, while good access roads and proximity to nearby communities make ranch operations convenient. Wildlife, including deer, antelope, and upland birds, thrives in this area, enriching the land with natural beauty. For those seeking a working cattle ranch or a legacy property with room to expand, this location offers a blend of practicality, productivity, and the best of rural Colorado living.
SCENIC VISTAS
IMPROVEMENTS
The ranch is well-equipped with improvements that combine functionality and comfort. The 1,680± square foot residence features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a full unfinished basement, offering practical and comfortable living quarters for a family, manager, or guests. Supporting the ranching operation are multiple outbuildings, including a 60’ x 40’ Quonset hut ideal for machinery and hay storage, a 46’ x 30’ garage with ample space for vehicles and tools, and a 120’ x 21’ lean-to shed that provides additional covered storage. Together, these facilities ensure the ranch is fully prepared for both daily operations and long-term efficiency.
HUNTING | WILDLIFE
GMU 124 is a very productive area for hunting antelope and mule deer.
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INCOME OPPORTUNITY
The ranch has been leased out for several years to graze yearlings through the summer months. In the past, the ranch had been a year-round cow/calf operation.
LOCATION
In terms of urban amenities, the city of Pueblo, located about 45 miles away, serves as the primary hub for the region, offering hospitals, full-service shopping centers, diverse dining options, and a rich array of arts and cultural venues. Smaller nearby towns such as Avondale provide close-knit community support and basic services, while the town of Boone itself offers everyday conveniences, including a post office, a small convenience store, and a welcoming VFW hall that serves as a local gathering place. For broader amenities, recreation, and major attractions, Colorado Springs—one of Colorado’s largest cities—is within driving distance, offering extensive shopping, dining, entertainment, and travel opportunities.
GETTING THERE
Take State Highway 96 to Boone Road. Head north on Boone Road for 13 miles. Turn right onto Highland Road, heading east. Follow that for 6 miles. Turn left, head north on Moreland Road for 1.6 miles, and you’ll pull into the yard of the home.
AIRPORT SERVICES
Boone is served locally by Youtsey Airport (CO09), a small private airfield for general aviation. For commercial travel, Pueblo Memorial Airport (PUB) is located approximately 35 miles away and offers domestic flights. The larger Colorado Springs Airport (COS) is roughly 75 miles away for more schedule options.
WATER SOURCES
The ranch is efficiently watered by four water wells. The water system is sensibly laid out, creating very efficient rotational grazing.
CONSERVATION | STEWARDSHIP
The ranch is in a conservation easement with the Palmer Land Conservancy.
Each of us at Fay Ranches 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 Ranches has guided owners toward a legacy of conserving wide-open spaces, enhancing and creating fisheries and wildlife habitats, and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay Ranches 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.
The Moreland Home Place encompasses 3,352± deeded acres of highly productive short-grass prairie, recognized for its resilience and dependable forage, even in dry years.
Historically operated as a cow/calf ranch and more recently leased for summer yearling grazing, the property demonstrates excellent versatility for livestock operations. The ranch is fully fenced and cross-fenced with four water wells, corrals, processing equipment, and a scale for efficient management.
Improvements include a 1,680± square foot, three-bed, two-bath home with a full basement, plus functional outbuildings for storage and equipment. This well-improved ranch offers scale, infrastructure, and proven productivity for cattle ranching success.
$2,950,000
PRICE TERMS CONTACT NOTICE
$2,620
Please contact Joette Schalla, ALC, at (719) 469-7374 jschalla@fayranches. com to schedule a showing. This is an exclusive listing. An agent from Fay Ranches, Inc. 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.
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.
