Established on July 8, 1879, Cross Keys Ranch has a rich history as a post office, stage stop, and premier cattle operation. Spanning over 51,087± deeded acres with an additional 15,000± acres of BLM grazing permits, the ranch encompasses an impressive 66,000± acres of diverse and productive land. For nearly 150 years, Cross Keys Ranch has been a highly successful commercial cattle operation, with an ideal mix of fertile valley meadows, 2,438.4± acres of irrigated hay ground, and expansive grazing rangelands. The operation is rated for 1,200–1,500 mother cows, ensuring long-term sustainability and profitability. With a perimeter of over 100 miles, the breathtaking landscapes ensure no two days look the same. From the snow-capped Cascade Mountain Range to the Deschutes River Canyon, high plains rangelands, creeks, rolling hills, and deep canyons, the scenery is unparalleled. Beyond ranching, Cross Keys Ranch is a multi-dimensional property offering big game and bird hunting, fishing, hiking, rock hounding, ATV and horseback riding, and more. The ranch is fully equipped with a variety of living spaces, including an elegant owner’s home featuring a gourmet stainless steel kitchen, four-bedroom suites—including a primary suite—multiple guest rooms, 2.5 baths, and a grand fireplace room. Additional accommodations include multiple manager and ranch-hand residences, remote hunting cabins, a historic 1800s-style dance hall, and a full-scale rodeo arena with a banquet and party hall. For outdoor enthusiasts, Cross Keys Ranch is a sportsman’s paradise, boasting trophy bull elk, mule deer, antelope, and Aoudad sheep, along with upland birds, waterfowl, bass, trout, and steelhead fishing. A 20± acre private lake further enhances the property’s recreational appeal.
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51,087 acresLot Size
Listed by Jesica Hicks• Hicks Team - Fay Ranches, LLC
Listed by Jerry Hicks• Hicks Team - Fay Ranches, LLC
New on Market Highway 97/26 exposure. Perfect for a motel/hotel & restaurant. Stree platted for easy access to property. Adjacent 5.62 acres also for sale.
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Last updated by owner on Mar 27, 2025.
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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11 unhealthy days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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