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Set on 2,506 ± acres of unspoiled high country in San Miguel County, New Mexico, Meadow Crest Ranch offers a striking blend of natural beauty and practical versatility. Located approximately 45 miles east of Las Vegas, NM, the land is defined by rolling hills, open meadows, and a dramatic canyon, all backdropped by views of snowcapped mountains that shift with the seasons.

A modest house rests quietly on the property, offering a perfect vantage point for the surrounding landscape. A seasonal stream winds through the meadows, adding both charm and natural utility for wildlife and livestock alike.

Meadow Crest Ranch is well-suited for a working ranch, recreational escape, or private homestead. With a combination of open range, elevation, and geological diversity, it’s a rare opportunity to own a piece of New Mexico’s scenic northeastern grasslands – a place where solitude, scenery, and scale come together in one extraordinary offering.

TOPOGRAPHY AND CLIMATE

The Meadow Crest Ranch boasts a diverse terrain of open plains and dramatic canyons. Along the North side the ranch is open grassland with juniper trees, whereas the South end consists of deep canyons with live water, pinion trees, and ponderosa pines. The primary grass in the area is blue gramma. Elevations on the ranch vary from 6,000 feet to 6,500 feet. Annual rainfall is around 15-20 inches per year with the bulk of the moisture coming during the monsoon season which is June 15th through September 15th. One can expect to enjoy the weather of all four seasons.

WATER

There are four wells on the property. Two solar wells, one windmill and an electric well that supplies the main home. In addition, there are multiple springs in the canyons, and dirt stock tanks throughout.

IMPROVEMENTS

The ranch residence is a well-maintained custom built 3,000 square foot home, with four bedrooms and three baths. Working cattle pens are also located on the ranch. Overall, the fences are well maintained.

WILDLIFE

The primary big game species on the ranch are elk and mule deer, along with pronghorn antelope, black bear, and mountain lion. Located within GMU 42, the ranch has historically been conservatively hunted.

BROKER COMMENTS

The Meadow Crest Ranch is one of a kind. A highly desirable location for individuals that enjoy privacy away from town yet close enough to city living. It is a short twenty-minute drive from Las Vegas, New Mexico and an hour from the historic cultural hub of Santa Fe, New Mexico. It is a picturesque property with endless opportunities. The ranch would be an ideal property for an avid hunter, commercial hunting operation, a nature enthusiast or a small cattle operation.