24554 Us Highway 84, Cebolla, NM, 87518

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Terrero Creek Ranch is a 1,154± acre property located 30 minutes south of Chama, NM, a premier big-game hunting area (Unit 51A). Known for high elk densities and quality mule deer bucks, the ranch also supports black bear, mountain lion, and turkey populations. Elevations range from 7,160 to 8,120 feet, with rolling terrain featuring sage, native grasses, juniper, pinion, and mature ponderosa pine-prime habitat for wildlife. The property includes 1.25 miles of Terrero Creek and five water tanks, all of which draws Big Game during fall archery and rifle seasons, including the migrating herds of elk and mule deer. Enrolled in New Mexico's EPLUS elk program, the ranch historically received up to 7 private-land elk vouchers annually, which are transferable or sellable. Mule deer, black bear, mountain lion, and turkey tags are available over-the-counter (OTC) for archery and rifle seasons. Elk rut near water sources in archery season and migrate to lower elevations for rifle season, joined by mule deer seeking food and bedding areas. Bear densities rank among the state's highest in Bear Management Zone 1. With direct access from paved US-84, private road system on the property, power on the property, and no covenants, this blank slate offers a variety of improvement options. Mineral and water rights transfer to the new owner. Recreation at Taos ski area, and the city of Santa Fe is under 2 hours away, and fishing at the Rio Chama for trophy brown trout is only 30 minutes to the North. Also explore the nearby 775,000-acre Carson National Forest. Located 75 miles from Pagosa Springs, CO, and 80 miles from Santa Fe, the ranch is 90 minutes from Santa Fe Regional Airport and 144 miles from Albuquerque International Airport.