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Buttes View Ranch
from LAND Spring 2024
Spotlight
Buttes View Ranch
4,946± Acres in Crook County, Wyoming
Presented By Properties West Realty Team
Brokered by eXp Realty
Situated on the western edge of the Black Hills
2± miles of the Little Missouri River
5,783± acres of prime hunting ground
Located on the western edge of Northeastern Wyoming’s Black Hills, the Buttes View Ranch sprawls over 4,946± deeded acres, offering a harmonious blend of productive rangeland, lush hay meadows, and timbered draws teeming with wildlife. An additional 120 acres of Wyoming State lease land and access to over 700 acres of adjacent BLM land further enhance the ranch’s hunting and recreational opportunities.
The landscape is characterized by pine and oak-covered hills, interspersed with productive grasslands, providing a diverse habitat for a variety of game species and livestock. The Little Missouri River meanders through the property for approximately 2 miles, enriching the property with deep, rich bottomland. Water resources abound, including two artesian wells, 10 reliable stock ponds, and 9 reservoirs, ensuring ample water for both livestock and wildlife.
Ranch Infrastructure
The ranch is fenced and cross-fenced for livestock grazing and production. The ranch’s carrying capacity will vary depending on annual moisture and management practices. There are 200± acres of tillable farm ground currently planted in cover crops. The alfalfa fields yielded over 300 round bales in 2023. There is excellent access throughout the ranch with 8± miles of fourseason improved roads and many additional miles of two tracks to access the far reaches of the property. Outbuildings on the ranch include an insulated 40x64 pole barn with concrete floors, a 30x80 pole barn, a 22x58 wooden barn, and a 16x12 lean-to shed providing ample storage and operational facilities for ranch operations.
Buttes View Ranch is a sportsman’s paradise, situated in Wyoming Elk Unit 116, antelope and Deer Unit 1, and Turkey Unit 1. Managed for trophy deer, the habitat supports thriving populations of mule deer, whitetails, pronghorn antelope, elk, and Merriam’s turkey. The alfalfa fields are a magnet for the deer and antelope. Waterfowl hunting is available, with geese and ducks drawn to the permanent water sources. There is also a healthy, huntable population of sharp-tailed grouse.
Other Recreational Opportunities
Additional hunting and recreational opportunities are also available in the 80,000± acres of the Black Hills National Forest, which can be accessed within a 45-minute drive from the ranch. Other recreational activities available in the Black Hills include four-wheeling, ATVing, camping, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing, to name a few. Keyhole State Park and Cook Lake offer additional fishing and water activities.
The Golf Club at Devils Tower located in nearby Hulett, Wyoming. This is a world-class, 18-hole course enjoyed by golfing enthusiasts. The Course is known for its scenic beauty, with incredible views of the surrounding mountains, red rock cliffs as well as stunning views of Devils Tower, our Nation’s first National Monument. The 77 Steakhouse and Saloon in the clubhouse is open to the public. Hulett Municipal Airport is adjacent to the golf course for access by private plane, and it features a 5,500’ x 75’ runway.
Access to small-town charm and essential amenities is convenient, with the ranch approximately 26 miles north of Moorcroft, Wyoming, and 23 miles west of Hulett, Wyoming. Accessible via the New Haven Road which is maintained by the county.
With its abundant wildlife, diverse habitat, and unparalleled recreational opportunities, Buttes View Ranch epitomizes the quintessential Wyoming lifestyle.
4,946± Acres
Crook County, Wyoming
Property ID: 15071910
$12,990,000
Paul Harris, Broker
605-702-6760
Paul@PropertiesWest.net
