For sale
$4,396,600
494 acres
23 mi straight lineto Telluride Ski Resort
9113 Government Springs RoadMontrose, CO 81401
Land and lots · MLS 11964323
Listing courtesy of St James Sporting Properties · MyStateMLS
For sale
$5,462,600
634 acres
9112 Government Springs RoadMontrose, CO 81401
Land and lots · MLS 11964316 · Listed 113 days ago (Jul 9, 2026)
23 mi straight line to Telluride Ski Resort (alpine resort) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this land
Horsefly Mountain Ranch is an exceptional western Colorado sporting and lifestyle property spanning 634 acres. Combining privacy, flexibility, abundant wildlife, diverse habitat, and breathtaking mountain scenery, this is a rare opportunity to own one of the region's premier recreational ranches. The ranch offers outstanding hunting for Rocky Mountain elk, trophy mule deer, black bear, and Merriam's turkey across a diverse landscape of quaking aspens, towering ponderosa pines, spruce forests, and oak brush. Expansive views stretch across the San Juan Mountains and Sneffels Range, creating an unforgettable backdrop in every season. An improved gravel road system provides convenient access throughout the ranch, with electrical power available at either end of the main drive, making future development straightforward. Numerous private building sites allow buyers to create anything from a custom luxury mountain estate to an elegant barndominium while preserving panoramic views and seclusion. Recreation extends well beyond the property boundaries. Cornerstone Golf Club, featuring the renowned Greg Norman-designed championship golf course, borders the ranch to the south, while Elk Mountain Resort lies immediately to the north, offering fine dining. The ranch location offers fly-in convenience and an outstanding year-round mountain lifestyle. Bordering nearly 1,000,000 acres of the Uncompahgre National Forest, the ranch provides direct access to an endless network of roads and trails ideal for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, ATV and UTV exploration, camping, and backcountry adventures. Anglers will appreciate being within easy reach of some of Colorado's finest fisheries, including the Gold Medal waters of the Gunnison River and Blue Mesa Reservoir, famous for trophy lake trout, kokanee salmon, and excellent trout fishing. Winter recreation is equally impressive, with three major ski resorts located within close proximity, allowing owners to enjoy world-class skiing, snowboarding, and mountain recreation while returning home to the peace and privacy of their own ranch. Horsefly Mountain Ranch is also ideally situated for exploring many of the American West's most iconic destinations. Nearby attractions include Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and Great Sand Dunes National Park. Within a comfortable drive, owners can also experience Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, and Hoover Dam, making unforgettable weekend adventures easily accessible. Travel is convenient with Montrose Regional Airport located approximately 20 miles from the ranch, while the world-renowned mountain town of Telluride, known for exceptional skiing, festivals, shopping, fine dining, and year-round recreation, a short drive away. Whether you're searching for a premier hunting ranch, a private mountain retreat, a legacy family property, or an exceptional place to build your dream home, Horsefly Mountain Ranch offers an extraordinary combination of wildlife, water, scenery, recreation, and accessibility that is increasingly difficult to find in today's Western land market.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride Ski ResortCO · homes near it | Alpine resort | 23 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Silverton MountainCO · homes near it | Local ski area | 30 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Purgatory ResortCO · homes near it | Alpine resort | 44 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
Also nearby: Silverton Mountain Heli Skiing (guided, cat or heli skiing, 30 mi); Kendall Mountain Ski Area (local ski area, 35 mi); Purgatory Snowcat Adventures (guided, cat or heli skiing, 44 mi).
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 9:07 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Keith Stephens of St James Sporting Properties.
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $5,462,600
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Land and lots
- Lot size
- 634 acres
- County
- Ouray County
- MLS number
- 11964316
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Montrose.
Price and status history
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
Estimate a monthly payment
$1,092,520
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Estimated monthly payment
$33,766 per month
Principal and interest$27,622
Property tax$4,552
Homeowners insurance$1,592
Loan amount$4,370,080
Total interest over the term$5,573,796
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Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of St James Sporting Properties. Listing agent: Keith Stephens. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Sep 3, 2026, 3:37 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 9:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.