Residential Land for Sale in Idaho Springs, Colorado
312 Vista Rd, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
Tucked away in the Loch Lomond Highlands area near St. Mary’s Glacier, this secluded 1.28-acre mountain property offers the kind of peace, privacy, and Colorado views buyers dream about. Surrounded by towering pines and mountain scenery, this lot is a rare opportunity to own your own slice of the Rocky Mountains. With expansive mountain views and a quiet setting, it is the perfect place to escape the noise of the city and enjoy true Colorado mountain living.
What truly makes this property special is the location. This area is known for its stunning alpine scenery, quiet mountain setting, and easy access to year-round outdoor recreation. Spend weekends hiking scenic trails, exploring nearby alpine lakes, snowshoeing, or enjoying ATV and off-road trails throughout the surrounding mountains. Wildlife sightings, fresh mountain air, and incredible stargazing are all part of daily life here.
Minutes away is the popular St. Mary’s Glacier trail, one of Colorado’s most loved mountain hikes. Nearby Idaho Springs offers local restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and historic mountain town charm. Enjoy rafting on Clear Creek, soaking in the Indian Hot Springs, or exploring the newly opened Mighty Argo Gondola, which connects visitors to scenic overlooks, hiking trails, biking terrain, and the historic Argo Mill. The area is also known for world-class mountain biking and easy access to endless outdoor adventure throughout the I-70 mountain corridor.
Loveland Ski Area is only about 30 minutes away, making this an ideal basecamp for skiing, snowboarding, hiking, and mountain recreation in every season. With convenient access to I-70, you can enjoy the privacy of mountain living while still being within reach of Denver and Colorado’s major ski resorts.
Whether you are looking for a private mountain getaway, recreational retreat, or long-term investment in Colorado mountain land, this property offers the perfect combination of seclusion, scenery, and outdoor lifestyle.
Location
- Street address
- 312 Vista Rd
- County
- Clear Creek County
- Community
- Loch Lomond Highlands
- School district
- Clear Creek RE-1
- Elevation
- 10,128 feet
Directions
Get off of I 70 at exit 238 which is the Fall River Road exit . Go north on Fall River Road approximately 9 miles to Alice Road turn left on Alice Road and go straight until you Hit about the top of the incline of Alice Road, and you will notice Ellis turns left and at that point, you’ve turned right until you get to Vista Road on the left, which is around one more hairpin turn. Turn left onto Vista and follow it to the end.(refer to image that has map with red for the directions.)
Property details
- Acreage
- 1.29 acres
- Zoning
- R1 - Residential
- MLS #
- REcolorado 9449428
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $1,215
Parcels
- 1837-101-12-018
Legal description
SUBDIVISION: LOCH LOMOND HIGHLANDS LOT: 31 U2 313/262 404/372
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Subtype
- Unimproved Land
- Terms
- Cash
- Conditions
- None
Lot
- Road Frontage
- Public
- Road Surface
- Dirt
- Road Responsibility
- Private Maintained Road
- Features
- Many Trees, Mountainous, Sloped
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2026 | New listing | $66,000 | — | REcolorado |
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