Sky Valley Ranch & Airstrip - A Pilot's Paradise on 160 Acres Welcome to Sky Valley Ranch and Airstrip, a one-of-a-kind 160-acre retreat featuring a private 1920s-era airstrip. The lighted airstrip measures approximately 2,340' long by 35-150' wide and is complemented by four spacious hangars (1,778 sq. ft., 2,020 sq. ft., 1,920 sq. ft., and 1,638 sq. ft.) and multiple tie-downsperfect for aviation enthusiasts, fly-in clubs, corporate retreats, or private getaways. Beyond the runway, the property boasts a charming two-bedroom, two-bath cottage (ADU), ideal for staying on-site while you design and build your dream home on one of the multiple scenic homesites. Step outside to a year-round 2-3 acre pond, perfect for fishing, swimming from the dock, or paddle boating. Adjacent, you'll find a gazebo and bocce ball court, plus two additional seasonal ponds. Equestrian enthusiasts will love the expansive space for horses to roam, complete with a two-stall stable and tack area. With your own private airstrip, the possibilities are endlessthink fly-in events, glamping retreats, weddings, vineyard operations, cattle ranching, agriculture, and more. There is significant potential for future development, including expansion of the airstrip, additional hangars, tie-downs, commercial and industrial ventures, and event hosting. Sky Valley Ranch has hosted hundreds of fly-ins, attracting seasoned pilots, including Vietnam-era Blue Angels and Lockheed professionals, as well as local aviators. Use has been minimal in recent years, preserving the peaceful, secluded nature of this beautiful valley. Located just 3 minutes off State Highway 4 in the heart of the Mother Lode, the ranch offers easy access to seasonal sports, large nearby lakes, and Copper Valley Town Square (just 5 minutes away) with hotels, restaurants, and shopping. Flights to San Francisco, Sacramento, South Lake Tahoe, and Yosemite National Park range from 15 to 40 minutes. This historic property has been in and out of the family since 1854. The owner reserves the right to retain 10% of mineral rights. Property is being sold as-is. Landings, hangars, and tie-downs are available by written permission only, with insurance and additional insured endorsement.
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
160 acresLot Size
$1,514Price/Sq.Ft.
10 garage spacesParking
Listed by Victoria Gaffney•DRE #01914535• RE/MAX GOLD Copperopolis
This is a new listing, so no sales records exist yet. As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,304 (+1.0%)
$464,733 + $189,763
$654,496
2024
$7,232 (+2.1%)
$455,621 + $186,043
$641,664
2023
$7,084 (+2.8%)
$446,688 + $182,396
$629,084
2022
$6,887 (+1.8%)
$437,930 + $178,820
$616,750
2021
$6,768 (+0.8%)
$429,344 + $175,314
$604,658
2020
$6,715 (+1.4%)
$420,926 + $171,877
$592,803
2019
$6,623 (+2.0%)
$416,610 + $170,115
$586,725
2018
$6,495 (+2.4%)
$408,442 + $166,780
$575,222
2017
$6,344
$392,583 + $160,304
$552,887
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
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160 Acres
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Year built
2005
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Ranch
County
Calaveras County
APN
053-011-004-000
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
A1
General Agriculture Zone
The A1 zone is intended to be the main resource production zone. It is to classify areas for general farming and ranching practices and assign such uses the primary emphasis for the area. It is the purpose of the A1 zone that residential uses are placed in a position of secondary importance when compared to the commercial scale production of food and fiber. This zone is compatible with the resource management, resource production, and working lands general plan land use categories.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Kennel
Agriculture-Cropland
Apr 15, 2016 • Final
Res building
Work on a reroof.
Remodel
Roofing
Dec 22, 2004 • Final
Res building
Work on an agricultural storage building.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
43% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
31 unhealthy days expected this year, 37 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Copperopolis, CA • 95228
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1172 Hodson Rd
$1,619,497
$131K under list price of $1.75M
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