Land for Sale in Glade Park, Colorado

Escape to Colorado’s high-country wilderness with this exceptional 38-acre mountain homesite at The Ranches at Elk Reserve on Glade Park. Just an easy and scenic 18-mile drive from the Grand Valley, this property offers the rare combination of privacy, cooler mountain temperatures, and abundant wildlife habitat without sacrificing convenient year-round access.

Surrounded by expansive views, mature trees, and a natural wetland area that draws wildlife throughout the seasons, this property is ideally suited for outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, and anyone seeking a true Western lifestyle retreat. Elk and mule deer are frequently seen in the area, along with other native wildlife, making this an outstanding recreational basecamp or future mountain residence.

Underground electric has already been installed to preserve the natural beauty while keeping modern conveniences close at hand. A roughed-in driveway leads toward several potential building sites with panoramic vistas and excellent privacy.

For buyers seeking even more room to roam, the adjoining parcel is also available and includes a gravel drive and cleared homesite, creating an opportunity to own more than 77 contiguous acres (see MLS# 20255325).

Experience the peace, wildlife, and rugged beauty of Glade Park via mostly paved, year-round roads. Schedule your private tour of The Ranches at Elk Reserve today.

TIME & DISTANCES:

7 miles to Glade Park Store - 15 minutes 20 miles to downtown Grand Junction - 45 minutes 26 miles to Grand Junction Airport GJT - 58 minutes 54 miles to Powderhorn Ski Resort - 1 1/2 hours 145 miles to Telluride - 3 hours 153 miles to Aspen - 3 hours 258 miles to Denver - 4 1/2 hours 295 miles to Salt Lake City - 6 hours

THE RANCHES AT ELK RESERVE:

25 homesites over 35 acres each on over 900 acres with thoughtful covenants Underground electric to each parcel with StarLink availability; T-Mobile now has a beta program to provide cellular service via StarLink. Year-round access via paved roads to within 6 miles of this parcel and then the HOA maintains the gravel roads from there. Seasonal drainage creates a run-off pond area that attracts abundant local wildlife Glade Park is GMU 40 that provides trophy elk management. Endless recreation for skiing, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking and more.