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This is an uncommon find! 148.855 deeded acres of beautiful scenic mountain rangeland, Highway 380 frontage and controlled gated vehicle access to over 3,200 acres of pristine national forest.
This site is equal distance between the Carrizozo, the Lincoln County Seat, 10 miles west ~ Village of Capitan, 10 miles east and the community of Nogal, 6 miles south. Nearby within a thirty minute drive is the resort community of Ruidoso. Notable area attractions are the Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino, Ski Apache and the Spencer Theater for the performing arts. The adjacent and vast Lincoln National Forest presents numerous activities; hunting, hiking, trail riding.
Access to this mountain retreat is by U.S. Highway 380, which traverses the property east to west. Road access to the private land north of the highway, 79.839 deeded acres is gated and controlled. This land area is adjacent to the vast 3,200 acre Vera Cruz USFS Grazing Allotment. It is permitted for 13 head of livestock and transfers with the ranch. The infrastructure associated with this site includes a water well, windmill, corrals and perimeter fence enclosing the entire Vera Cruz Allotment.
South of Highway 380 is 69.016 deeded acres. This acreage is traversed and accessed by Forest Road 5639 and Indian Canyon. The entire perimeter and road are fenced. Access is private and controlled. The Lincoln National Forest is adjacent along the entire east and south boundary. The west adjoining property is the Vera Cruz Subdivision.
Topography of the Indian Divide Ranch is mountainous. Elevation varies from 6,500 to 7,370 ft. Vegetation is comprised of piñon and juniper woodlands, oak, mountain mahogany, browse, and grasslands.
The mountain location and forest vegetation supports a thriving wildlife community. Mule deer and elk are frequently sighted. Other wildlife includes the occasional bear, mountain lion, coyotes, turkey and many birds, hawks and eagles.
Indian Divide Ranch is priced at $1,200,000.00.
It’s rare to find a scenic mountain property of this size adjoining National Forest and located with such convenient access to Ruidoso and area attractions. This site is a multiple purpose property providing excellent opportunities for recreation, development, conservation and investment.
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