Recreational Land & Farm for Sale in Doyle, California

Located on the peninsula of Honey Lake, just under three miles west of Herlong, CA, and a convenient one-hour drive north from the thriving Greater Reno-Sparks-Tahoe area, lies the expansive Heinz Ranch spanning 10,129.82 +- acres in the historically rich Honey Lake Valley of Lassen County. This vast high desert landscape sits at a 4,000 ft elevation, where the Great Basin, the Cascades, and the Sierra Mountains all come together. The property boasts a Honey Lake frontage and approximately a mile of Long Valley Creek. Honey Lake, a basin lake, offers great waterfowl and upland bird hunting opportunities depending on rainfall. Additionally, the land is great for horseback riding and off-road ATVing. The resident herd of antelope and a couple of wild horses add to the unique charm of this recreational playground. Currently, there is an annual grazing lease with a local rancher. The majority of property benefits from the Williamson Act, ensuring reduced property taxes. PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS: - 10,129.82 +- acres of vacant bare land - 3 miles to Herlong, 56 miles to Reno, 32 miles to Susanville - Views of the Sierra Mountains to the south - Honey Lake frontage - Over a mile of Long Valley Creek - Wild horses roam the property - Herd of antelope on the ranch - Recreation: Waterfowl and upland bird hunting, big game hunting, fishing, horseback riding, ATVing, & more - Currently, there is a cattle lease with a local rancher - The majority of the property is in the Williamson Act, which lowers property taxes Variety of uses: - Summer and winter livestock pasture - Alfalfa and well-development - Horse refuge - Off-road racing course - Weapons development and testing - Sierra Army Depot expansion - Drone and airplane testing and development. - Group retreat - Solar field: negotiations would have to be made with the county (in the Williamson Act) - Mineral exploration and development - Geothermal development - Possible conservancy