Land with Home for Sale in Mesa, Colorado

Bull Creek Ranch – 355± Acre Off-Grid Mountain & Hunting Property Near Mesa, Colorado

Tucked into the high country near Mesa, Colorado, Bull Creek Ranch is a 355± acre mountain recreational property that combines conserved open land, proven big-game habitat, and a fully improved off-grid homestead. Roughly 270 acres are protected by a Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation conservation easement that preserves sweeping views and a critical wildlife corridor, while about 80 unencumbered acres, including a 6-acre building envelope, offer flexibility for residential and operational use. Sitting at 6,800' of elevation with year-round access, this turnkey ranch is ideal for buyers seeking off-grid living, sustainable self-reliance, and world-class Colorado elk and deer hunting.

• 355± total acres with ~270 acres under a Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation conservation easement and ~80 unencumbered acres, plus a 6-acre building envelope excluded from the easement.
• 2,200± sq ft main residence completed in 2020, built for efficiency with wood heat, a wood cook stove, refrigerator, microwave, washer/dryer, and solar hot water.
• 1,000± sq ft guest house with loft that comfortably sleeps up to six—perfect for family, guests, or hunting parties.
• Robust off-grid power system with 32 solar panels, a substantial battery bank, and a 12-kW backup generator housed in a well-equipped garage/shop.
• Additional improvements including a yurt, walk-in cooler, and a private water well supporting the entire compound.
• Located in GMU 421, prime terrain for archery and rifle elk and mule deer, with strong opportunities for over-the-counter and draw tags.
• Consistent year-round elk and mule deer populations and a proven hunting history across the property.
• Established guide and outfitting operation currently generating income through guided archery, rifle, and cow elk hunts—well suited for continued recreational or outfitting use.
• Surrounded by hundreds of thousands of acres of public land, minutes from Powderhorn Ski Resort and the Grand Mesa, home to over 300 lakes on the largest flat-top mountain in the world.
• Just a 45-minute drive to Grand Junction for shopping, dining, and a regional airport, with the small communities of Mesa, Collbran, and Molina nearby for daily necessities.

Prime Location Near Grand Junction and the Grand Mesa

Bull Creek Ranch enjoys a rare mix of seclusion and convenience. The property is rural and private, yet only a short 45-minute drive to Grand Junction, the largest hub in western Colorado, with shopping, dining, medical services, and a regional airport serving roughly 100,000 residents of the Grand Valley. Closer to home, the small communities of Mesa, Collbran, and Molina provide everyday necessities and dining just a few miles away. Powderhorn Ski Resort is minutes from the ranch and visible from the property, and the surrounding Grand Mesa—the largest flat-top mountain in the world with more than 300 lakes—offers endless year-round recreation on hundreds of thousands of acres of public land.

Big-Game Hunting in GMU 421

Bull Creek Ranch sits within Colorado Game Management Unit 421, a region known for its healthy elk and mule deer herds and quality big-game hunting. Wildlife is abundant, with consistent elk and mule deer populations using the ranch year-round and a strong hunting history that supports both archery and rifle seasons. The unit's tag opportunities and the property's proven track record make it a standout for hunters chasing bulls and mature mule deer bucks. The current owners run a successful guide and outfitting operation here, generating income through guided archery, rifle, and cow elk hunts—positioning the ranch for continued recreational enjoyment or a turnkey outfitting business.

Turnkey Off-Grid Homestead & Property Details

The heart of the ranch is a thoughtfully developed off-grid compound anchored by a 2,200± sq ft main residence completed in 2020. Designed for comfort and self-sufficiency, the home features wood heat, a wood cook stove, refrigerator, microwave, washer and dryer, and solar hot water. A 1,000± sq ft guest house with a loft sleeps up to six, ideal for family, guests, or hunters. Additional improvements include a yurt, a walk-in cooler, and a well-equipped garage/shop that houses a substantial battery bank, 32 solar panels, and a 12-kW backup generator, all supported by a private water well. At 6,800' of elevation with easy year-round access, the property delivers dependable off-grid living without sacrificing convenience.

Expand to 882 Acres with the Adjoining Bull Basin Ranch

For buyers seeking an even larger holding, the adjoining Bull Basin Ranch—527 acres with irrigation water rights—is also available for purchase. Combining the two creates an expansive 882± acre western Colorado ranch, uniting exceptional hunting ground, conserved habitat, and off-grid living into one remarkable mountain property.