The New Moffitt Ranch | Fay Ranches

THE NEW MOFFITT RANCH

Brothers, Oregon

$6,500,000 | 7,284± Acres

The New Moffitt Ranch | Brothers, Oregon

INTRODUCTION

Situated a mere 35± miles east of Bend, Oregon, The New Moffitt Ranch presents a remarkable opportunity with substantial potential. Encompassing an impressive 93,000± acres in the high desert region of Central Oregon, this cattle operation offers a wide range of advantages to a prospective new operator.

The ranch features 7,284± acres of deeded land, serving as the operational base. In addition, it includes a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) grazing permit spanning 29,930± acres, with a capacity of 2,326± Animal Unit Months (AUMs). Furthermore, a United States Forest Service (USFS) permit covers 55,967± acres, allowing for the grazing of 600 pairs from May 15th to September 30th. The contiguous nature of the deeded acres and grazing allotments streamlines operations, offering convenience and efficiency.

Notable improvements on the ranch encompass a spacious feedlot, a remodeled shop, a comfortable two-bedroom ranch house, and two newly installed pivots, providing irrigation for approximately 300± acres of newly developed farmland. These productive hay grounds serve as a sufficient and excellent hay base for an efficient cattle operation. Additionally, the ranch features a well-designed hillside feedlot with 1,500± feet of feed bunk, a sweep tub, a squeeze chute, a truck loading ramp, a hay shed, and scales.

Benefiting from an exceptional location, a mere 45 minutes east of Bend on Highway 20, the ranch offers convenient access to major services, shopping centers, medical facilities, and more. The existing infrastructure ensures that The New Moffitt Ranch is well-equipped to function as a successful year-round cattle operation.

With the recent irrigation project now complete, the heavy lifting is done for you! Two new pivots irrigate 300+ acres, and a new 450 HP VFD pump delivers 1,900 to 2,100 GPM to the all-new system. This is an outstanding hay base for a great 500-600 head operation here at The New Moffitt Ranch.

QUICK FACTS

• 7,284± deeded acres

• 29,930± acre BLM grazing permit

• 55,967± acre USFS grazing permit

• 300± acres of hayground under two brand new Pierce pivots

• Feedlot with 1,500± feet of feedbunk

• Sweep tub, squeeze chute, truck loading ramp, hay shed, and scales

• Shop

• Newly remodeled 2 bedroom ranch house

• Wind farm contract in place, generating income

• Cascade Mountain views

• 45 minutes to Bend, Oregon

ACREAGE

• 7,284± deeded acres

• 29,930± acres of BLM grazing permit

• 55,967± acres of USFS grazing permit

SCENIC VISTAS

The area is typical of Central Oregon high desert, sprawling with sagebrush as far as the eye can see. From The New Moffitt Ranch, the most beautiful views are of the Cascade Mountain peaks, which can be seen to the west on most days.

IMPROVEMENTS

• Two new Reinke pivots for 300+ acres

• New 450 HP VFD pump

• Large feed lot

• Shop

• Two bedroom ranch house

• Sweep tub, squeeze chute, truck loading ramp, and scales

• Hay shed

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RECREATION

Enjoy a range of recreational pursuits in the Cascade Mountain Range and Smith Rock State Park to the west, the Ochoco National Forest to the east, and the Deschutes River and its tributary, the Crooked River. Fall through spring provide outdoor enthusiasts with the opportunity to hike, climb and bike throughout the region. Winter months offer downhill and cross-country skiing on Mount Bachelor and snowmobiling in the Cascades. If golf is your game, Central Oregon offers over 30 golf courses, including the Jack Nicklaus Signature Course at Pronghorn Resort.

Smith Rock State Park

F ishing

In addition to year-round fishing for trout and steelhead, Central Oregon is surrounded by nationally renowned rivers, streams, and lakes that provide anglers with a mind-boggling abundance and variety of world-class fishing opportunities. The Deschutes River, Crooked River, Lake Billy Chinook, and Prineville Reservoir are all within an hour’s drive from The New Moffitt Ranch.

Deschutes River

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The flyway for ducks and geese in this region is famous to hunters throughout America. The concentrations of birds and the opportunity to hunt them are almost limitless. The presence of deer, elk, and other big games is also a draw to the area. It is an outdoorsman’s paradise with more area to fish and hunt and fewer people to contend with. Wildlife common in this area would include duck, geese, turkey, deer, elk, quail, cougar, coyote, and more. It is rich and lush, and nearby forests and mountains sustain large herds.

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES

Local attractions include Crater Lake, Painted Hills, Mount Bachelor, the Columbia River Gorge, the Deschutes River, and Ochoco National Forest. Mount Bachelor is known for its excellent skiing and other winter sports and is about a 1-hour drive from The New Moffitt Ranch. Columbia Gorge wine country is one of the up-and-coming wine regions in the United States and is about a 3-hour drive from the property. Portland is about a 3.5-hour drive, and Bend is about 45 minutes from the ranch. Oregon provides an abundance of attractions for everyone to enjoy.

Mount Bachelor

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INCOME OPPORTUNITY

This ranch historically has been an excellent and efficient cattle operation. The current owners have a wind contract in place that is also generating income and has the potential to generate $500,000 annually.

CLIMATE

Climate data for nearby Bend, Oregon, courtesy of http://www.city-data.com/city/Bend-Oregon.html

This region experiences warm (but not hot) and dry summers, with average monthly temperatures above 71.6° F. Brothers has a steppe climate of arid, grassy plains. Steppes occur in temperate climates, which lie between the tropics and polar regions. This is a semi-arid climate with distinct seasonal temperature changes, with cold winters and warm summers.

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 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 Oregon’s water under a “prior-appropriation” doctrine; first in time, first in the right.

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.

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CONSERVATION | STEWARDSHIP

Each of us at Fay Ranches loves the land and wants to see it remain a productive agricultural ground and a quality fish and wildlife habitat. Through promoting thoughtful land stewardship, Fay Ranches has guided owners toward a legacy of conserving wide-open spaces, enhancing and creating fisheries and wildlife habitats, and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay Ranches is proud to say that since our company began in 1992, our clients’ conservation ethics and land-use practices have significantly enhanced our work landscape.

LOCATION

Brothers is on the Central Oregon Highway, US-20, between Bend and Burns, in the southeastern part of Deschutes County. It is an unincorporated community part of the Bend, Oregon, Metropolitan Statistical Area.

GETTING THERE

The New Moffitt Ranch is located just off Highway 20 on Moffitt Road, approximately 35 miles southeast of Bend and 45 miles south of Prineville.

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AIRPORT SERVICES

Robert’s Field/Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM), 54± miles northwest of The New Moffitt Ranch, is the closest major airport. RDM is located in the heart of Central Oregon and is currently served by four air carriers: Alaska Air, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United/United Express, with daily direct flights to Denver, Portland, Los Angeles International, San Francisco, Salt Lake City, and Seattle. RDM offers 15 daily commercial flights, affordable parking rates, and short lines. The airport is home to the USDA Forest Service Redmond Air Center, Life Flight, Butler Aircraft Services, Les Schwab, Bonneville Power, and Henderson Aviation. Portland International Airport is also an option for air travel and is about a 3.5-hour drive from The New Moffitt Ranch.

SUMMARY

The New Moffitt Ranch is a productive cattle operation with significant passive income potential! With over 93,000± acres of deeded BLM and U.S. National Forest grazing land, this is the perfect high desert cattle ranch. The cattle operation is already set up with all the necessary improvements. These improvements include a large feedlot, shop, two-bedroom ranch house, two new Pierce pivots, sweep tub, squeeze chute, truck loading ramp, scales, and hay shed. Come see all the benefits and possibilities here at The New Moffitt Ranch!

$6,500,000

Cash, Conventional Financing, 1031 Tax Exchange

Please contact Jerry Hicks at (541) 420-0679 | jhicks@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. To view other properties, fly fishing properties, and sporting ranches that we have listed, please visit our web page at www.fayranches.com .

PRICE TERMS CONTACT 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.