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Ferris Creek Hunting Retreat
Description
SOLD!!! This well watered, timbered hideaway on 1276 acres is tucked inside a natural ecosystem providing limitless recreation for the outdoor enthusiast. Wildlife habitat graze the meadows and pastureland within this pristine setting that offers a multitude of hunting opportunities. This area has a great history of successful hunting, an abundance of big game and LOP tags in North Side Hunting Unit. Numerous undeveloped springs exist along with 5 stock troughs dispersed through out this drainage on 3 miles of seasonal Ferris Creek. Property borders BLM on three sides.
Hidden among the tree cover are tree stands and a modest A frame hunting cabin that sleeps 4-6, along with a gravity fed spring cistern. This nicely treed timber tract on north end of property features predominately Ponderosa Pine and some fir, aspen trees with open meadows. Juniper clearings and thickets are on the south end of this parcel with 6 contiguous tax lots. Some thinning of the timber and juniper stands could improve both growth and grasses.
This rare gem with a piney forest is home to a resident herd of Rocky Mountain elk. The mixture of timber and water and juniper cover is perfect setting for big game adventures. Elevation ranges from 3400 to 4700 with spectacular views of valley and mountains.
The Property is fenced and cross fenced for livestock grazing with ATV access on dirt roads and trails scattered throughout the property. There are no other easements thru property with private access behind locked gate.
Easement to property is located 8 miles from Hwy 26 in Dayville off Franks Creek road and 3 miles up Baker City Gulch into Ferris Creek. Another access is 8 miles up Dick Creek Lane in Kimberly off Hwy 19 thru BLM on north end of property below Timber Basin. Truly a diamond in the rough, this beautiful mountain ranch is a rare find and first time offered on market since 1977. Seller is downsizing and can lease back grazing to keep property in farm deferral. If you are looking for a quiet retreat and want to enjoy nature at its best, heres your chance to have your own private and secluded sanctuary.
Owner may carry half down OAC. Zoned MUR and PF. Buyers to contact Grant County planning department for potential buildability. Property has partial surveys\. Taxes are $1462.
Located in 12S27E TL2300; Section 18, 12S27E TL1701, Section 7; 12S27E TL1500 &1600 Section 6; 11S26E TL4300 Section 1,11S27E TL4300, Sections 30 & 31. Buyers agent need to be present at all showings and provide pre-qualification before viewing. SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT.
Drone photography by Cliff Smith
Mixed use recreational, timberland, ranchland, 1056 Sq. Ft. cabin, bear, mule deer, turkey, upland game, ATV trails, public land access, equestrian trails, hiking trails, bird watching, seasonal creek.
