30 Acre Ranch in Alta, Wyoming
“Buy land. They ain’t making anymore of that stuff.” -Will Rogers
ď‚– Dry Creek Meadows is truly an amazing property, ready for you to build your dream home or recreational ranch. With all the natural, scenic and recreational wonders of eastern Idaho and western Wyoming, this property represents one of the best values in Alta, WY. Dry Creek Meadows allows for horses and has plenty of acreage for a barn, riding arena and limited hay production.
Dry Creek originates from spring sources east of the property and meanders west through a dense willow-lined riparian corridor before leaving the property and joining the Teton River. Also included with this property are logs from a 100 year old homestead cabin which have been dismantled, stacked and are available to incorporate into the design of your guest cabin or residence.
Listing Price: $895,000
The Full Package This stunning 30 acre parcel has it all! Teton Range Views, groves of aspens, open meadows and lush pastures. Ideal horse property. Due to its unique location, this is one the most private and picturesque large acreage properties in Alta, WY. Dry Creek runs the length of the property and attracts every manner of wildlife including, elk, deer, moose along with several species of ducks, geese and Sandhill cranes which all nest on the property. Dry Creek being spring fed is ideally situated for stream enhancement, including pond development to create a top quality private fishery. Water rights included. Targhee National Forest access is close by to recreate and enjoy millions of acres of some of the most spectacular mountain property in the Rocky Mountain West. Offered for $895,000.
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LOCATION Dry Creek Meadows is located on the western side of the Teton Mountain Range, just a few miles from the Idaho border. Resting between the majestic Teton Mountains to the east and the rolling timbered slopes of the Big Hole range to the west. The property is accessed via N Alta Ski Hill Rd from State Highway 33, approximately 7 miles east of the small community of Driggs, Idaho, which marks the crossroads to Grand Targhee Ski Resort. With quaint shops and restaurants, hiking and biking trails and some of the best fishing in the region, Driggs is the perfect near-by town. The vibrant resort community of Jackson, Wyoming is only 30 gorgeous miles away. Daily commercial air service is available both in Jackson and Idaho Falls and Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport, along with its fixed based operator Teton Aviation, is located just outside of Driggs at an elevation of 6,228 feet and offers a 7300’x 75’ paved and lighted runway capable of handling large private jet aircraft. Located on the “quiet side” of the Teton Range in the heart of Teton Valley, Dry Creek Meadows enjoys the best the region has to offer. The panoramic Teton and Big Hole Mountain Ranges offer the praised powder of Grand Targhee Ski Resort and a vast network of trails for mountain biking, horseback riding, climbing and hiking. Among other features, the Teton Valley is known for its lush meadows and working family ranchlands, blueribbon trout fishing on the Teton River, diverse hunting opportunities and low-key, rural lifestyle. Here, life proceeds at a simpler and more relaxed pace.
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Dry Creek Meadows, located in the heart of the valley is situated nearby the charming communities of Driggs and Victor, Idaho which offer a full suite of retail, service and tourist amenities. Driggs has received national attention as one of the top small towns in America and serves as the gateway to Grand Targhee Resort which draws skiers from all over the country and is home to its annual summer Bluegrass Music Festival. The Teton River is the lifeblood of the valley. Rising high in the Snake River Mountains to the south and gaining size from numerous springs and feeder streams, the Teton River meanders north through the valley’s broad bottomlands before slipping away into the rugged Teton Canyon 20 miles north. A critical component of the Teton River system is its vast wetland network of nearly 30,000 acres, which supports a rich diversity of plants and wildlife in addition to providing important summer livestock pasture for local ranchers. In cooperation with landowners and residents, organizations such as the Teton Regional Land Trust, Friends of the Teton River and Idaho Foundation for Parks and Land have taken steps to enhance the river and its wetlands by protecting over 36,000 acres of private land in the immediate area and almost 11,000 acres in the Teton Basin through permanent conservation easements. Such steps are representative of the strong commitment that local residents have toward preserving their valley’s heritage and natural resource.
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RECREATION AND WILDLIFE To many seasoned anglers eastern Idaho offers Idaho’s best collection of trout streams and Dry Creek Meadows lies in the heart of it all. With so much great fishing water in the area it is often easy to overlook the valley’s home water, the Teton River. Through its upper stretch the Teton is a classic meadow stream with willow lined banks, deep undercuts and productive riffles. Light tippets and specific insect patterns are required to fool the Cutthroat and Rainbows in this section. With the Teton range as the backdrop the upper stretch is considered by many the most scenic trout stream in America.
The Teton basin is also rich with upland birds and waterfowl. Ruffed Grouse are plentiful on the slopes and hillsides surrounding the valley and access to the prime areas is readily available via numerous Forest Service roads. With extensive open water in the valley bottom the Teton Valley is a haven for migrating and wintering ducks and geese. Mule Deer and Moose are also regular visitors to Dry Creek Meadows and the surrounding valley. A Sportsman’s Paradise. In addition to hunting and trout fishing, Teton Valley and nearby Jackson offer a variety of world class, year-round outdoor recreation activities only minutes away from the ranch. Winter activities include downhill skiing at Grand Targhee Resort and the Jackson Hole ski resorts, backcountry skiing at Teton Pass, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. During the summer and fall the area’s diverse topography offers an unparalleled combination of hiking, backpacking, mountain climbing, and mountain biking opportunities. Teton County also offers thousands of acres of BLM and Forest Service lands which provide unlimited opportunity for one to experience the best of Idaho and Wyoming backcountry. www.LiveJacksonHole.com
SUMMARY • Location: Alta, Wyoming
• 30.57 Acres for $895,000 • Established Building Envelope • Steam ideally situated for trout pond or excellent habitat for migratory birds • Horse property with acreage for barn, arena and limited hay production • Dry Creek through Parcels 1 and 2 • Mountain and Valley views
• Diverse vegetation and wildlife • Amenities of the nearby towns of Driggs and Victor, Idaho • Close to public lands that offer endless hiking, biking, skiing, hunting and fishing • Jackson Hole a short drive away • Close to Grand Targhee Resort • Commercial air service in Jackson and Idaho Falls • 7,300 foot air strip located in nearby Driggs
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Tax Benefits of Ownership in Wyoming
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There are numerous reasons why those who live in Jackson Hole have chosen to have their primary residences here. Some of those reasons are emotional, such as the sheer beauty of the natural surroundings and the overall quality of life. Other reasons are more practical in scope and include Wyoming’s overall tax-climate benefits. For years, Bloomberg has rated Wyoming as the most tax-friendly state in the U.S.
Here’s Why… ▪ No personal or corporate state income tax. ▪ Shield your real estate from federal estate taxes for up to 1,000 years through a dynasty trust. A key point to remember is that the trust must be administered in Wyoming. ▪ No inheritance tax or estate tax. Wyoming repealed its estate tax as of Jan 1, 2005. ▪ No state gift tax. You can ‘gift’ your real estate to your heirs without paying a tax. ▪ No tax on out-of-state retirement income. ▪ Low property taxes compared to other states. ▪ No excise taxes. When you fill up your car’s gas tank or buy a bag of groceries in Wyoming, you won’t pay any state tax on your gas or food. ▪ No intangible taxes on financial assets like stocks and bonds. ▪ No tax on the sale of real estate. ▪ No tax on mineral ownership.
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