Land for Sale in Lordsburg, New Mexico

Bradbery Ranch is a no-nonsense, working cattle ranch in southern New Mexico's Hidalgo County, offering +-1,700 deeded acres with additional BLM and State lease ground. The ranch is well watered with a strong well and pipeline distribution, fully fenced, and supported by functional cattle handling infrastructure. Bordering the Gila National Forest, this is a proven ranch ready to operate on day one.

Land

Bradbery Ranch takes its name from a simple but meaningful place -- a young daughter's handwritten misspelling that stuck and became part of the ranch's identity. It's a small detail, but one that reflects the family roots and personal connection behind the land.

The ranch consists of approximately +-1,700 deeded acres, complemented by roughly +-300 acres of nearby BLM and State lease ground that provide additional grazing flexibility. Bradbery Ranch sits at an average elevation of around 5,000 feet--roughly 1,000 feet above the desert floor near Lordsburg--resulting in a cooler, more moderate climate than lower-elevation desert country.

The landscape is characterized by gently rolling desert grassland broken by Mill Canyon, which runs through the heart of the ranch and creates natural livestock movement, shelter, and forage diversity. Native grasses and desert-adapted vegetation are well suited for sustainable cattle production in this part of southwestern New Mexico.

The eastern boundary of the ranch borders the southwestern side of the Gila National Forest, providing long-term viewshed protection, privacy, and adjacency to expansive public land. To the west, the ranch offers sweeping desert views toward Mount Graham, with long sightlines that allow weather systems to be watched as they build and move in across the landscape for hours at a time.

Improvements

Bradbery Ranch is set up for practical, real-world cattle operations. The ranch includes functional cattle handling facilities with corrals and pens designed for sorting, working, and loading livestock efficiently. Infrastructure is laid out with usability in mind rather than aesthetics, reflecting a ranch that has been operated and maintained for production.

Water infrastructure is a key strength. A strong-producing well in excess of 11 GPM supplies a pipeline distribution system that feeds multiple water tanks strategically placed throughout the property, supporting consistent livestock access across the ranch. Electrical power is already in place, supporting the water system and providing flexibility for future operational improvements if desired.

The ranch is fully perimeter fenced, providing secure livestock containment. While it is not currently cross-fenced, the natural pasture layout, terrain, and water distribution allow for straightforward management and offer flexibility for future grazing strategies. Internal ranch roads and established two-track routes provide reliable access throughout the property for day-to-day operations.

Recreation

Bradbery Ranch is located within New Mexico Game Management Unit 23 and offers incidental recreational value typical of this part of southwestern New Mexico. Wildlife present on and around the ranch includes pronghorn antelope, mule deer, Coues deer, and the occasional coatimundi, a unique species native to this region.

The ranch's adjacency to the Gila National Forest expands nearby recreational opportunities such as hiking and wildlife observation beyond the property boundary. While hunting and recreation are present, they remain secondary to the ranch's primary agricultural use and should be viewed as a complementary benefit rather than a driving feature.

Agriculture

Bradbery Ranch is a true working cattle ranch with an estimated carrying capacity of approximately 240 AUMs. The combination of native forage, elevation, water availability, and pasture layout supports efficient grazing and practical herd management.

The ranch has been operated as a production property rather than a recreational holding, and its infrastructure, access, and layout reflect that focus. For buyers seeking a straightforward operation with minimal transition friction, Bradbery Ranch offers the ability to step in and continue ranching without major upfront changes.

Water/Mineral Rights & Natural Resources

Water is a strong and reliable feature of Bradbery Ranch. The ranch is supported by a high-producing well with pipeline distribution delivering water to multiple tanks across the property, helping ensure consistent livestock access and balanced grazing pressure. Mineral rights, if any are owned, will be conveyed.

Region & Climate

Bradbery Ranch is located in the high desert of southern New Mexico at approximately 5,000 feet in elevation, resulting in a true four-season climate with noticeable day-to-night temperature swings. Summers are warm to hot and generally dry, with daytime highs commonly reaching the upper 80s to mid-90s, while evenings cool into the 60s due to elevation.

Winters are typically mild, with daytime highs in the 50s and low 60s and overnight lows dropping into the 20s and low 30s. Snowfall is light and infrequent, with most winters seeing little accumulation. Annual precipitation averages roughly 10 to 13 inches, with the majority arriving during the summer monsoon season from July through September. These seasonal storms play an important role in supporting native grasses and forage across the ranch.

Overall, the climate supports sustainable grazing, low weather-related disruptions, and comfortable year-round ranch operations.

History

Bradbery Ranch is located in Hidalgo County, New Mexico, with convenient access just off New Mexico Highway 90 between Silver City and Lordsburg. The ranch is approximately 31 miles southwest of Silver City and 14 miles northeast of Lordsburg, offering an ideal balance of accessibility and privacy.

Silver City is a historic and charming mountain town known for its arts scene, local restaurants, and proximity to the Gila Wilderness, while Lordsburg provides practical access to fuel, supplies, and services. The ranch is located roughly 14 miles from Interstate 10, allowing efficient east-west travel across southern New Mexico and into neighboring states.

Las Cruces is approximately two hours away, and commercial air service is available in El Paso and Tucson, making Bradbery Ranch well positioned for both regional and out-of-state travel.

Location

Bradbery Ranch is located in Hidalgo County, New Mexico, with convenient access just off New Mexico Highway 90 between Silver City and Lordsburg. The ranch is approximately 31 miles southwest of Silver City and 14 miles northeast of Lordsburg, offering an ideal balance of accessibility and privacy.

Silver City is a historic and charming mountain town known for its arts scene, local restaurants, and proximity to the Gila Wilderness, while Lordsburg provides practical access to fuel, supplies, services, and the access point to Interstate 10, allowing efficient east-west travel across southern New Mexico and into neighboring states.

Las Cruces is approximately two hours away, and commercial air service is available in El Paso and Tucson, making Bradbery Ranch well positioned for both regional and out-of-state travel.