Take advantage of the huge price reduction! Now listed at $4,490 per acre. Located approximately nine miles west of the renowned resort community of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, the 490± acre Doc Utterback Elk Ranch offers a rare opportunity to own a premier recreational property in Northwest Colorado. With convenient access from U. S. Highway 40 and just 1.5± miles north on County Road 50, the ranch combines accessibility with a private, scenic setting. Situated in Colorado Game Management Unit 214, the property is known for exceptional elk and mule deer hunting. Its diverse landscape features open meadows, dense stands of Gambel oak, and groves of quaking aspen, creating ideal wildlife habitat. Tow Creek meanders through the western portion of the ranch, where multiple beaver dams enhance riparian habitat, provide seasonal water, and add unique natural character. The ranch’s varied topography offers privacy, striking mountain-ranch aesthetics, and numerous elevated building sites with sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. It is well-suited for a private residence, hunting lodge, guest cabins, or equestrian and agricultural improvements. Close proximity to Steamboat Springs and Yampa Valley Regional Airport further enhances its appeal for both seasonal and year-round use. Unencumbered by a conservation easement, the property provides significant flexibility for future ownership. The ranch’s big game and agricultural values and close proximity to 35± acre subdivision developments enhance the conservation easement opportunity, including potential for Routt County’s Purchase of Development Rights Program. In addition. The new owner may elect to retain the development rights for future demand. Combining location, wildlife, water resources, and versatility, the Doc Utterback Elk Ranch represents a compelling offering in the Yampa Valley—an increasingly rare property type near one of Colorado’s most sought-after resort market.
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Last updated by owner on Apr 28, 2026.
AF
Agriculture And Forestry District
The AF Zone District applies to the productive agricultural and forested lands of Routt County and preserves the visual, productive, and cultural values associated with agriculture and agricultural lifestyles in rural, unincorporated areas of Routt County. It also provides for other uses, most requiring permits. Most permitted uses are allowed in order to provide an agricultural producer a means by which to supplement their agricultural incomes. Limited Residential uses are permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 87° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Milner, CO • 80487
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Redfin Estimate for TBD Rcr 50
$1,857,295
$343K under list price of $2.20M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $895K to $2.0M.