SOLD: North Fork Ranch | Fay Ranches

N OR TH FOR K R ANC H Kimberly, Oregon $2,500,000 | 2,720.92± Acres

North Fork Ranch | Kimberly, Oregon

INTRODUCTION Ever dream of owning your own ranch on a river and with a creek flowing through, fish for largemouth bass, rock bass, smallmouth bass, and rainbow trout, plus hunt for mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, upland game birds, and waterfowl, right out your door? North Fork Ranch just might fit the bill, boasting 2.5± miles of North Fork John Day River frontage, plus Rudio Creek flows through the ranch for 1.5± miles.

North Fork Ranch has varied terrain ranging from sagebrush-covered tabletops, lava escarpments, and rimrocks giving way to sloping pastures and timbered draws culminating in the Rudio Creek and North Fork of the John Day River canyons, all providing excellent habitat for mule deer and Rocky Mountain elk. The ranch’s 2,720± deeded lands border an additional 2,820± acres of BLM lands, which are part of the Birch Creek Allotment in which the ranch has a grazing preference for 189 AUMs. The North Fork Ranch is located near Kimberly’s quaint, unincorporated community in Grant County, OR. The ranch has water rights for 23.6± acres out of the adjacent North Fork John Day River. Currently, neighbors lease the ranch for grazing, an arrangement that a new owner may wish to continue.

Kimberly and the surrounding area, known for its geological formations, is popular amongst paleontologists and archeologists. Just 22 miles away lies the world-famous John Day Fossil Beds National Monument and the Thomas Condon Paleontology Center. Just 5.5± miles or about 10 minutes from the ranch, the North Fork John Day River flows into the main stem John Day River, known for world-class smallmouth bass fishing and fishing for largemouth bass and native Steelhead Trout. This ranch has the entire Eastern Oregon package ranch buyers have been looking for! The North Fork Ranch would make a great addition to any real estate portfolio as a recreational retreat with some agricultural production.

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QUICK FACTS • 2,720.92± deeded acres • 23.6± Acres water rights from the North Fork John Day River • 2.5± miles North Fork John Day River frontage • 1.5± miles Rudio Creek through the ranch • 190± acres of timber • 189± AUMs BLM grazing preference • 2,495.29± acres of range land used for grazing • Elk, deer, upland game bird and waterfowl hunting • Bass and trout fishing in North Fork John Day River • Less than four hours from Portland, Bend, and Boise

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North Fork Ranch | Kimberly, Oregon

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LOCATION The North Fork Ranch, located in Grant County, Oregon (one of eight counties that make up what we commonly call Eastern Oregon), is a 3± hour drive from Bend, Oregon, 4± hours from Portland, Oregon, and 4 1/2± hours from Boise, Idaho. Grant County is named after U.S. President Ulysses S. Grant, who served in the U. S. Army in Oregon when Oregon was still just a Territory of the U.S. According to the 2019 census, Grant County’s population was 7,189.

Nestled in Oregon’s Blue Mountains, Grant County is known for its rugged and scenic landscapes and home to the mighty John Day River.

The North Fork of the John Day River, a tributary of the John Day River, heads in Oregon’s Blue Mountains in Grant County, just NW of Baker City, and flows for 107 miles to its confluence with the main stem of the John Day River at Kimberly.

The John Day River is Oregon’s longest, undammed river, heading at 9,000 feet in the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness of Oregon’s Blue Mountains, South of the town of John Day and culminating in the Columbia River, and it flows for approximately 281 miles! The unincorporated town of Kimberly is 5.5± miles from North Fork Ranch and is home to Thomas Orchards, a family-owned and operated, certified organic farm which benefits from the area’s mild climate and near-ideal growing season. Thomas Orchard, founded by the Thomas Family in 1947, grows various fruits, including cherries, apricots, peaches, nectarines, plums, pears, and apples. Along with fresh fruit, they also produce dried fruits, jams, spreads, syrups, and applesauce. Their products are available at their fruit stand, which is right on the farm.

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North Fork Ranch | Kimberly, Oregon

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GETTING THERE From Bend, Oregon, head north on Highway 97 for 15± miles to Redmond, Oregon, then east on Highway 126 to Prineville and onto Highway 26, continuing east 77.9± miles to the Highway 19 junction, then turn left and head north 18.5± miles to Kimberly, Oregon. Once arriving in Kimberly, take a right and head northeast on Highway 402 for 5.5± miles, then turn right onto Rudio Road for .4± miles to the ranch.

From Portland, take Interstate 84 east for 103.4± miles to Biggs Junction, exiting I-84 heading southeast on Highway 97 for 3.7± miles to exit on Highway 206 heading east to and through Wasco, continuing southeast on Highway 206 for 40.9± miles to Condon. At Condon, head south on Highway 19 for 63.7± miles to Kimberly. Once in Kimberly, head northeast on Highway 402 for 5.5± miles and take a right onto Rudio Road, just .4± miles to the ranch.

AIRPORT SERVICES Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM—www.flyrdm.com) (a.k.a. Roberts Field) is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes southwest of the ranch. RDM provides commercial air service for all Central Oregon with 14 departures each day to Denver, Los Angeles, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, and Seattle.

The convenience of the Redmond Municipal Airport assures that you stay well connected with the region and the world. For the private pilot, the Grant County Regional Airport-GCD is just 1 hour and 15 minutes away. According to Wikipedia, Grant County Regional Airport covers an area of 335 acres (136 ha) at an elevation of 3,703 feet (1,129 m). It has two asphalt paved runways: 17/35 is 5,220 by 60 feet (1,591 x 18 m) and 9/27 is 4,471 by 60 feet (1,363 x 18 m). More detailed information can be found at AirNav.com https://www.airnav.com/airport/KGCD. 6

North Fork Ranch | Kimberly, Oregon

AREA HISTORY Gold was discovered in 1862 at Whiskey Flat (roughly 46 miles from North Fork Ranch), prompting an influx of miners to flood the region. Due to the area’s growing population, Grant County was carved out of the existing Wasco and Umatilla Counties and established in October of 1864. As the gold rush waned, area residents turned their focus to the area’s other natural resources. Timber, farming, and ranching became and continue to be the region’s economic drivers. The region is also popular amongst hunters, fishermen, and other recreationalists. www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com

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ACREAGE North Fork Ranch consists of 2,720.92± acres, made up of 4 tax lots with sizes of 12.03±, 40.00±, 40.00± and 2,628.89± acres. The ranch roughly consists of 2,495± acres of rangeland, 23.6± of irrigated cropland, and 190± of timbered rangeland. The ranch also holds a grazing preference for 189 AUMs in the adjoining Birch Creek Allotment, which the BLM administers.

TIMBERLAND The timbered acreage of the North Fork Ranch consists of mostly Ponderosa Pine and some varieties of fir, generally located in pockets within the steeper, East-facing draws falling toward Rudio Creek. There have been no recent timber cruises of the North Fork Ranch. The timbered rangeland is grazed by cattle in conjunction with the non-timbered rangelands and BLM permit lands.

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North Fork Ranch | Kimberly, Oregon

North Fork Ranch is used for cattle grazing on both the deeded ground and the BLM allotment. North Fork Ranch’s BLM Allotment is a Section 15 grazing lease known as Birch Creek Allotment #4009 which is grazed in common with the neighboring Campbell Crossing Ranch. The allotment is permitted for 350 AUMs of grazing with 189 AUMs allotted to the North Fork Ranch and 161 AUMs allotted to the Campbell Crossing Ranch. Grazing assists in forage management, fire suppression, weed control, and maintenance of an overall healthy ecosystem in support of the Ranch’s many wildlife inhabitants and visitors. North Fork Ranch currently has 15.27± acres enrolled in USDA’s Conservation Reserve Program (CRP-contract expires 9/30/2028). The Ranch is also enrolled in the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP-contract expires 12/31/2021). Both of these contracts can be assumed by an eligible purchaser of the Ranch. Eligibility is determined via an application process through the Agencies that administer the programs. The Ranch maintains active agricultural and sporting pursuits in conjunction with its participation in these programs. www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com

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SCENIC VISTAS North Fork Ranch has a variety of outstanding views, from river canyons that display the geological wonders of the John Day Basin to the expansive Eastern Oregon High Desert and steep pine tree-laden mountains. Enjoy the gentle meandering of Rudio Creek and the North Fork John Day River.

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North Fork Ranch | Kimberly, Oregon

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CLIMATE Kimberly, Oregon’s “dry-summer subtropical” climate is often referred to as “Mediterranean.” The area experiences warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. July and August typically are the hottest two months of the year, with December and January being the coldest. January through May and September through December are the months for snowfall in Kimberly, with February typically having the most snow. On average, Kimberly can see up to 16.6” rainfall as well as 30.2” of snowfall annually.

IMPROVEMENTS The North Fork Ranch pretty much provides a buyer with a “blank canvas” on which to paint your 12 vision. Improvements do include a small machine shop, electric power, a domestic well, and an irrigation pump with intake accessing the North Fork John Day River. Per the well log of record, the registered domestic well has a depth of 78 feet with the flow rate, at the time of completion, estimated at 42 gallons per minute. The ranch does possess some perimeter and cross-fencing. Per the Grant County Planning Department, the 12.03± acre parcel (Assessor’s Parcel No. 39679, Map and Tax Lot Number 8-9-262403) allows the construction of a dwelling, provided all required permits are obtained. A prospective purchaser should complete their own due diligence regarding the construction of any improvements on the Property.

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North Fork Ranch | Kimberly, Oregon

RECREATION Grant County, Oregon is a hotbed of recreation with many options for the outdoor enthusiast. The John Day River and its tributaries are popular amongst water sports enthusiasts for activities such as rafting, kayaking, boating, swimming, paddle boarding, and, of course, fishing.

F ishing The North Fork of the John Day River, which makes up a large portion of the ranch’s Northern boundary, provides good fishing for largemouth bass, rock bass, smallmouth bass, and rainbow trout.

H unting & W ildlife The North Fork Ranch lies within the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) Unit No. 47, which offers the following hunts: buck deer, elk, pronghorn, Bighorn sheep, antlerless deer, spring black bear, and Rocky Mountain goat. North Fork Ranch should be eligible for four Landowner Preference (LOP) tags. However, there are management variations, as determined, from time to time, by the ODFW. A prospective purchaser should do their due diligence regarding available hunts, current regulations, and numbers of LOP tags available.

Photo not taken on property

Photo not taken on property

O ther R ecreation The John Day River and its tributaries are popular with rafters, drifters, kayakers, and canoers, with the peak season being May through June, depending on annual flows. www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES The John Day River Basin has no shortages of attraction for people. Just west of North Fork Ranch lies the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. According to the National Park Service, The Palisades are the most prominent landform and are volcanic lahars, or mudflows.

Fossilized remnants of tiny four-footed horses, huge rhino-like brontotheres, crododilians and meat-eating creodonts that once roamed the region are found in the rocks of the area, as well as a diverse range of plant life and petrified wood. Fossil hunters and hikers might also enjoy the hiking trails of Sutton Mountain.

Other hiking trails in the area include Spring Basin Wilderness and Black Canyon.

History buffs might also enjoy the Kam Wah Chung & Co. Museum National/State Historical Site; this 1800’s Chinese apothecary was an essential stop for miners of the areas gold rush. The area has many other historical treasures including: the Cant Ranch, Grant County Historical Museum, and The DeWitt Museum.

Popular amongst Central Oregonians, the Spray Rodeo is held annually over Memorial Day weekend at the Spray Rodeo Grounds. Spray is located alongside the John Day River, just 9 miles North of Kimberly.

The rodeo is triple-sanctioned by the Idaho Cowboy’s Assn., the NW Professional Rodeo Assn. and ProWest. This is a fun rodeo the entire family will enjoy!

John Day, just a little over an hour SE of Kimberly, annually hosts Buckin’ in the Boonies (bull riding event) in July, the Grant County Fair in August and a Junior Rodeo in September. Seems there is always something to do close by!

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North Fork Ranch | Kimberly, Oregon

INCOME | RETURN OPPORTUNITY The North Fork Ranch currently receives $8,052/year under a grazing lease to a neighbor. Under the existing lease, the tenant pays the annual grazing fees to the BLM and also uses the ranch’s shop structure. The ranch also receives $1,390/year from participation in the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and $11,410/year from participation in the Natural Resource Conservation Service’s (NRCS) Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). These programs are designed to protect and improve the ranch’s grazing, riparian, and water resources to benefit both wildlife and domestic stock. Should a purchaser of the ranch meet agency eligibility requirements, the possibility exists for assumption of these contracts, subsequent to closing. www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com

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WATER SOURCES | WATER RIGHTS Under Oregon law, all water is publicly owned. With some exceptions, cities, farmers, factory owners, and other users must obtain a permit or water right from the Water Resources Department to use water from any source, whether it is underground or from lakes or streams. Landowners with water flowing past, through, or under their property do not automatically have the right to use that water without a permit from the Department. The State of Oregon administers the waters of Oregon under a “prior-appropriation” doctrine; first in time, first in the right. The North Fork John Day River Ranch has 23.6± acres of Certified Water Rights of record. A certified water rights examination by a licensed professional is recommended for further clarification of the ranch water rights.

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North Fork Ranch | Kimberly, Oregon

MINERAL RIGHTS All mineral rights appurtenant to the property and owned by the Seller will convey to the Buyer at closing.

Mineral rights are not guaranteed. It is suggested that the Buyer conduct a mineral search with a title company or qualified attorney.

CONSERVATION | STEWARDSHIP Each of us at Fay Ranches has a love of the land and a desire to see it remain as productive agricultural ground as well as quality fish and wildlife habitat. Through promoting the use of thoughtful land stewardship, Fay Ranches has guided owners toward a legacy of conserving wide-open spaces, enhancing and creating fisheries and wildlife habitat and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay Ranches is proud to say that since our company began in 1992, the landscape on which we work has been significantly enhanced by the conservation ethic and land use practices of our clients. Should a purchaser have interest, we believe that this ranch does possesses conservation easement qualities. www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com

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North Fork Ranch | Kimberly, Oregon

SUMMARY The North Fork Ranch provides a beautiful setting with irrigated cropland, timbered and open rangeland, BLM allotment right out-the-gate, 2.5± miles North Fork John Day River frontage, plus 1.5± miles of Rudio Creek through the ranch! All of these exceptional attributes combine to provide excellent hunting, fishing, and other recreational opportunities. Don’t let the chance to own this ranch get away from you!

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PRICE $2,500,000

TERMS Cash

TAXES $2,787.89

CONTACT Please contact Alex Robertson at (541)-420-2394 | arobertson@fayranches.com or Scott Hawes at (541)419-0770 | shawes@fayranches.com to schedule a showing. This is an exclusive listing. An agent from Fay Ranches must be present at all showings, unless otherwise noted or other arrangements are made.

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NOTICE Offer is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information regarding land classification, carrying capacities, maps, etc., is intended only as a general guideline and has been provided by the owners and other sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to research the information to their own satisfaction.

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North Fork Ranch | Kimberly, Oregon

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NOTES

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SCOTT HAWES

ALEX ROBERTSON broker

Licensed in: OR c. 541-420-2394 shawes@fayranches.com

FAY RANCHES INC. (800) 238.8616 info@fayranches.com www.fayranches.com

principal broker

Licensed in: OR, ID c. 541-419-0770 shawes@fayranches.com