Land with Home for Sale in Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico

Chama NM Area Land for Sale, Elk Hunting Property, Live Water

Big Creek Ranch

Located 9.5 miles east of the small ranching town of Tierra Amarilla in Rio Arriba County of Northern NM the property consists of 1571 acres of breathtaking land in the San Juan Mountains. Set against a backdrop of wildflower covered alpine meadows, ponderosa pine, spruce, gambel oak and aspen woodlands, the Big Creek Ranch is truly a recreational and big game hunter's paradise that could also be operated as a working cattle ranch. The property features two high mountain creeks - the Rito Nutritas (approx 1 mile) and the Rito de la Agua Fria (approx 3/4 mile). Native brook trout inhabit these creeks and are a popular game fish for fly fisherman. The ranch is fenced and cross-fenced into two cattle pastures with barbed wire and has the natural resources to run a cow/calf operation of between 150-250 head. Located in close proximity, the Carson National Forest is one of five national forests in NM and offers additional recreational opportunities to the outdoor enthusiast.

Big Game Hunting

Big Creek Ranch offers the sportsman an abundance of hunting opportunities, including elk, deer, bear, turkey, mountain lion, grouse and more. The property has been privately and thoughtfully managed for the personal use of the owner and has not been leased by outfitters for hunting in the past. Five elevated and enclosed hunting blinds are strategically placed around the property for optimum harvest opportunities. Several dirt stock tanks, seepage springs and the creeks provide the water necessary for livestock and wild game. New Mexico Game and Fish issued 10 Elk permits for the 2024 season.

Homes and Shop Buildings

The Main Residence:

3372 SF of heated area

5 Bedrooms and 5 Bathrooms

Stucco finish with White clad casement windows and metal roof

Covered porch with sitting area, hot tub and fire pit

Flooring consists of wood grain ceramic tile and berber carpet

Pine tongue and groove ceilings

Ceiling fans, decorative fixtures, recessed lighting and wall sconces throughout

Maple kitchen and bathroom cabinets

Radiant heated floors on the main level and forced air

Wood burning fireplace with decorative tile and oak mantel

Hunter's Cabin / Guest House

1712 SF of heated area

2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms

Stucco exterior with white clad windows and doors and metal roof

Cedar walls and Pine tongue and groove ceilings

Wood burning stove

Oak cabinets

Full kitchen and bar seating

Garage / Toy Room

1520 SF heated shop with work bench

Stucco exterior with metal roof

Plenty of room for all the recreational toys

Manager's Home / Shop

2000 SF Karsten home

3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom

2 Car attached garage

Covered porches

Fenced back yard

Stucco exterior with metal roof

50 x 50 heated metal shop building with game wench and walk-in cooler

This is an exceptional and unique opportunity to purchase a complete turnkey operation in one of the most sought-after hunting / recreational destinations in the Southwest.

*Professional interior pics coming soon

Carson National Forest

NM Game and Fish