The Royal Coyote Ranch

Glenwood Springs, Colorado


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Executive Summary

Tucked away near the end of a county-maintained road up South Canyon, just 15 minutes from downtown Glenwood Springs, the Royal Coyote Ranch offers a balance of privacy, scale, infrastructure, recreation and opportunity. With 1,231± contiguous deeded acres and no conservation easement, this holding is a clean slate for your ranching, equestrian, recreational, hunting, or legacy ambitions.

The ranch is partially bordered by land owned by the City of Glenwood Springs and by BLM, helping to preserve the sense of seclusion and enhance recreational value. Multiple ponds, springs, ditches, an augmentation plan, and an intermittent creek support wildlife, some cows, and some grazing.

Well-developed infrastructure includes a high-end 11-stall heated barn with well-appointed living quarters above, a separate homestead cabin, and a shop with covered storage. This is a ranch with quality equestrian amenities, and a location that combines rural privacy with access to some of Colorado’s most desirable resort corridors including Vail and Aspen.

 

Property Highlights

  • 1,231± deeded acres, with an ALTA Survey completed in 2021

  • Scenic mix of terrain: open meadows, ridgelines, impressive rock outcrops, quaking aspens, Gambel oak, and pockets of pine forest

  • 5 private valleys, multiple springs, ponds, and intermittent streams

  • Elevation ranges from 6,600’ to 8,500’

  • Water rights include multiple adjudicated springs, ponds, ditches, and an augmentation plan that supports, livestock, wildlife, and domestic uses. Augmentation plan supports some future expansion of water features.

  • Equestrian infrastructure includes a heated barn with 11 stalls, a wash bay, offices and bathroom, outdoor arena, and extensive trail riding

  • Excellent hunting and wildlife habitat with numerous water sources

  • Borders BLM, land owned by the City of Glenwood Springs, and a few other large land holdings

  • No conservation easement — complete flexibility for future planning

  • Nicely appointed residential unit above the equestrian barn and a small homestead cabin

  • The two residential units have historically rented for $2k/month, each, due to the high housing demand in the area

 

Ideal Uses

Whether you envision a legacy retreat, equestrian estate, hunting camp, or investment in premium western land, the Royal Coyote Ranch provides the scale, location, and infrastructure to bring it to life.

The property supports:

  • Horse operations and recreational riding

  • Livestock activity (the neighbor currently is leasing the land to graze their 80 pair of cattle for about 6 weeks in the summer)

  • Hunting (deer, elk, bear, turkey, etc)

  • Conservation, stewardship, or long-hold investment

  • Low density development

In a region where large, unencumbered tracts are increasingly uncommon, this ranch offers a real blend of lifestyle and long-term land security.

 

On-Ranch Recreation & Hunting

The Royal Coyote Ranch is a four-season playground with year-round access and enough acreage to support true adventure without ever leaving the property.

  • Hunting: Located in GMUs 43 and 42, the ranch holds frequent elk, moose, black bear, turkey, and other species. Varied terrain, secluded bedding areas, and reliable water sources create excellent conditions for both archery and rifle seasons.

  • Trail Systems: Internal roads and trails provide ready opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, UTV access, and more.

  • Snow Sports: With year-round access, winter months on the ranch are ideal for snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and quiet exploration.

  • Wildlife Watching & Photography: From birds of prey to big game, the diversity of habitat draws a wide range of species throughout the year.

 

Equestrian Amenities

Royal Coyote Ranch is fully outfitted for horses with first-class infrastructure and thousands of acres of connected terrain to ride and explore.

  • 4,605 SF quality built, heated, equestrian barn with 11 stalls, wash bay, office, bathroom, and second floor residential unit.

  • Outdoor riding arena

  • Miles of internal trails across varied terrain — perfect for recreation, conditioning, or training

  • Shop with 3,247 SF indoor space and 1,033 SF of covered storage, ideal for hay, feed, tack, and vehicles

 

Improvements

The ranch includes thoughtfully designed, attractive, and highly functional structures, all well-sited for easy year round access:

Barndominium/Equestrian Barn

  • Ground floor: 4,605 SF equestrian barn, fully heated, with 11 stalls, wash bay, office space, and bathroom

  • Upstairs residential unit: 2,317 SF, 3 bedrooms (one non-conforming), 2 bathrooms

  • Interior is finished in a warm contemporary mountain style with quiet valley views and refined craftsmanship throughout

Restored Homestead Cabin

  • 791 SF, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

  • Classic rustic character with modern updates

  • Currently tenant-occupied — tenants are interested in continuing to rent if desired

Shop

  • 3,247 SF enclosed space

  • Additional 1,033 SF roofed side area, open to the elements — ideal for livestock support, feed, and equipment storage

 

Water Rights

The Royal Coyote Ranch includes adjudicated water rights:

  • Multiple springs, wells, ponds, and ditches

  • An augmentation plan, with support for future expansion of water features including some limited irrigation

  • Supports domestic uses, livestock, and wildlife

These water rights are an important resource and enable the expansion of existing water features. Additional details on the water rights and augmentation plan are available in full upon request.

 

Nearby Recreation & Local Life

The Royal Coyote Ranch offers quick access to some of the most celebrated outdoor and cultural amenities in Colorado.

  • 15 minutes to Glenwood Springs: Known for its walkable downtown, award-winning restaurants, historic hot springs, and strong community infrastructure

  • Colorado, Roaring Fork, & Fryingpan Rivers: Gold Metal Fly fishing, rafting, kayaking, and paddleboarding

  • Glenwood Springs Mountain Bike Park: A fast-growing trail system with excellent singletrack and family-friendly riding

  • Proximity to Vail, Aspen, and Steamboat Springs makes the ranch a natural hub for access to skiing, dining, and world-class recreation

  • Quick access to all the recreational opportunities across the vast public lands of the Colorado mountains

  • 35 minutes to Rifle Garfield County Airport (7,000 ft runway)

  • 45 minutes to Eagle County Regional Airport (9,000 ft runway)

  • 1 hour to Aspen

  • 1 hour 15 minutes to Vail

  • 2 hours 30 minutes to Steamboat Springs

Price

$7,950,000

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