Trails End Ranch Wilson, Wyoming
Views of the Grand Teton to the North
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Trails End Ranch
INTRODUCTION Nestled in the heart of the Teton Mountain Range, this secluded 160 acre mountain setting consisting of 22 platted lots is the largest, and last, remaining “in-holding” currently available for purchase in the Jackson Hole area. Surrounded on all four sides by the Bridger-Teton National Forest, Trails End Ranch is a once in a life-time offering, just minutes away from the legendary resort community of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. AMAZINGLY, there is not yet a conservation easement on the property; however, the Jackson Hole Land Trust has indicated this would be a prime property to be considered for conservation. As an inholding within public lands adjacent to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, the ranch enjoys a plethora of wildlife ranging from elk and moose to deer, mountain goats, and bears. A recreational paradise, Trails End Ranch features over a mile of two forks of Fall Creek with excellent cutthroat fishing as well as hunting, hiking and horseback riding on the ranch and adjacent public lands. Winter recreation includes backcountry skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling both on the deeded property and on the surrounding public lands that act as a huge backyard. With easy access to the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Grand Targhee and both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, this offering represents a unique opportunity to acquire a true legacy property located on an elk corridor in one of the most coveted areas in the United States.
Offered for $6,995,000
ACREAGE Trails End Ranch on Fall Creek is comprised of 160 deeded acres of beautiful aspen and timbered ridges that descend to the open meadow of the property. Both forks of Fall Creek flow through the ranch for over one mile. A true inholding, the ranch is completely surrounded by national forest providing a wild and untamed setting ensuring privacy and protection from any future development and a huge amount of land on which to recreate that stretches for miles in every direction. In fact, to the north, the public land adjacent to Trails End Ranch runs all the way to Yellowstone National Park and to the west, it stretches into Idaho. The pristine viewscapes seen today will forever be enjoyed by future generations. As one of the few inholdings with year-round access, there are many attributes that set Trails End Ranch apart from other ranches. Its diverse terrain provides a unique setting ranging from healthy riparian bottomland with live water streams and fishing, to picturesque open sage-covered meadows, all the way to the dramatic Teton Mountain views from the hilltops and hillsides covered with sprawling aspen groves and conifers. There are few ranches that provide such diversity and truly have it all.
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Historic structures and cabins on Trails End Ranch
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IMPROVEMENTS Two restored homestead log cabins sit in an open meadow near the fishing pond. These quaint cabins are refurbished and upgraded to provide convenient and comfortable accommodations. There is electricity to the property as well as good cell service. Water is provided by an existing well. The North cabin features two bedrooms, a bathroom and a storage room. Enjoy sitting on the front porch grilling dinner while watching the cutthroat trout feed in the pond. The South Cabin features a living area, a bedroom, a bathroom, and a kitchenette.
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FISHING The North and South Forks of Fall Creek converge on Trails End Ranch and offer a robust cutthroat trout fishery and a tremendous amount of riparian habitat. While trout over 20 inches are rare in the creek, bug hatches can be prolific, offering anglers all of the 6-16 inch cutthroat one would like to catch! The adjacent national forest provides additional miles of live water for one to enjoy. In addition to the excellent, private fishery on the ranch, Jackson Hole and the surrounding area feature an abundance of world-class angling options. Snake River is located within 10 minutes of the ranch and is home to the native Snake River fine-spotted cutthroat trout, often referred to as “Yellowbellies” for their buttery color. This river has captivated anglers for decades due to the quality of the fishery and the intense beauty of its setting. Floating the Snake River as the drift boat hugs the giant granite pillars of the Teton Range rising above the valley floor to 13,000+/- feet is awe inspiring. Dry fly and streamer fishing is outstanding during the spring, summer and fall, and the river access is abundant. Flat Creek is located north of town on the National Wildlife Elk Refuge and is the place where wary cutthroat trout lie in wait to test an angler’s skills.
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Numerous other “blue ribbon” fishing opportunities are available in the region. Within an hour drive south of Jackson Hole, the Green, Hoback and Salt Rivers offer some of the best fishing in Wyoming. The Henry’s Fork, New Fork, Warm River, Fall River, Teton River and the South Fork of the Snake River are in eastern Idaho, and are less than 1 ½ hours from Jackson Hole. Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks also beckon the angler for day or weekend trips with miles of diverse backcountry streams, including the Firehole, Lamar and the Yellowstone.
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WILDLIFE AND HUNTING Completely surrounded by the Bridger-Teton National Forest, out-the-door hunting opportunities are tremendous for elk, deer, moose and bear. Jackson Hole has long been known as acclaimed hunting territory. Trails End Ranch lies within a busy elk migratory corridor just up from the winter feeding grounds downstream. Trails End Ranch’s heavy riparian bottomland and wetlands provide an ideal habitat and sanctuary for many of the area wildlife including raptors, sandhill cranes, songbirds and waterfowl. Although they’re less frequent, bears, mountain lions and wolves can be seen on the ranch. Whether you’re in the Jackson area, from Pinedale into the Green River Valley, or northeast over Togwotee Pass in Dubois, there are an abundance of excellent hunting opportunities.
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Elk herd near Trails End Ranch
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Mule deer on Trails End Ranch
The Bridger-Teton National Forest located in Western Wyoming offers pristine watersheds, abundant wildlife, immense wildlands, and comprises a large part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem - the largest intact ecosystem in the lower 48. The opportunity to hunt deer, elk, moose, antelope, big horn sheep, and mountain goat, as well as game bird species such as spotted, blue and ruffled grouse in the Bridger-Teton National Forest has attracted persons from around the country, and around the world. Trails End Ranch provides avid hunters the chance to big game hunt on some of the most favored public hunting grounds in America. Imagine all of this literally out your back door‌ and for that matter, your front door! www.LiveJacksonHole.com
GAME CENTRAL – TRAILS END RANCH
Traffic jam on the way to Trails End Ranch!
Mountain Goats are thriving in the Northern Wyoming and Southern Teton Ranges. In fact, there is now a hunting season for this species as well.
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LOCALE Trails End Ranch is located in the legendary region of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The ranch is just 35 minutes from the town of Jackson and 20 minutes from Wilson. From natural wonders to cultural sophistication, Jackson Hole is unlike anyplace else. Comprised of 97% public land, Teton County maintains a reputation as one of the most extraordinary locations in the world. Anchored by the iconic Teton Mountain Range and bordered by both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, the valley is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise with unlimited recreational activities during every season. These include hiking, camping fly fishing, kayaking, skiing, mountain biking, hunting, wildlife photography, horseback riding and whitewater rafting. For the duration of the year, active outdoor pursuits are available at your doorstep. Synonymous with world-class skiing, the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort at Teton Village was recently named by the readers of Ski Magazine as the #1 overall ski resort in North America. The ranch is 35 minutes from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, which features 2,500 acres of in-bound skiable terrain and the greatest continuous rise of any ski resort in the United States. The town of Jackson is located at the southern end of the valley and offers countless options for shopping, dining and enjoying the local attractions and entertainment that this world class resort community has to offer.
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Although the ranch is a short drive from the towns of Wilson and Jackson, due to its wild nature, it feels a world away.
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JACKSON HOLE LIFESTYLE
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CONSERVATION EASEMENT Trails End Ranch has a plat in place for a 22-lot subdivision and is also permitted for a dude ranch operation. These valuable approvals with Teton County, Wyoming, allow an incoming owner various options including building out approved lots or foregoing the density by donating a conservation easement. Please contact the Jackson Hole Land Trust at (307) 7334707 to discuss the specifics on the feasibility and associated tax benefits of a conservation easement on the ranch. A conservation easement fulfills different needs for different landowners. For one family, it may be the vehicle by which a farm or ranch is passed on to future generations. For another, it preserves the watershed of a prized trout stream or a wintering ground for elk. There is a story behind every conservation easement, but the underlying reason is the landowner’s desire to preserve a special piece of land forever.
WATER AND MINERAL RIGHTS All appurtenant water rights to the property shall be transferred to the Buyer. A water right is the right to use water, both surface and subsurface. In Wyoming, water rights are the rights to the use of water and not ownership of the water itself. All water in Wyoming is property of the State of Wyoming for the use of the people of Wyoming. The transfer of water rights is recorded with the State of Wyoming Engineers Office and the transfer of any right may or may not warrant that right until the adjudication process has been completed. 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. www.LiveJacksonHole.com
SUMMARY Trails End Ranch on Fall Creek is a legacy ownership opportunity in one of the most beautiful and scenic locations in the country. Nestled in a spectacular mountain setting surrounded entirely by the Bridger-Teton National Forest, the ranch boasts 160 deeded acres and end of the road privacy with seemingly limitless access to public lands and some of the best hunting in the lower 48. Two forks of Fall Creek converge on the ranch and meander through for over a mile offering excellent cutthroat fishing. Recreational activities abound in every season – from snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling in the winter to fishing, horseback riding, hiking, biking and hunting in the summer and fall months. As previously mentioned, these 160 acres have been platted for a 22-lot development and guest ranch, which will provide the new owner with countless opportunities for conservation. As well, Trails End Ranch has recorded year-round access across forest service, including ability to plow roads throughout the winter months, highly unusual for this type of “inholding� property. Trails End Ranch is home to a spectacular wilderness setting, and when combined with access to the resort communities of Jackson and Wilson, make this a once in a lifetime offering.
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Winter views on Trails End Ranch
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Summer views on Trails End Ranch
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Fall views on Trails End Ranch
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