
Recreational Land for Sale in Black Hawk, Colorado
Gilpin County, Black Hawk, CO 80422
Introducing The Fool's Luck Placer—one of the most distinctive private mountain ownership opportunities within Colorado's Historic Gold District. The result of three decades of land assembly by Bonanza Land LLC, this offering combines the historic Fool's Luck Placer with the nearby Buck Horn claim, creating an extraordinary ownership position in the heart of Gilpin County.
Unlike conventional mountain properties defined by rectangular boundaries, The Fool's Luck Placer follows the natural course of Missouri Gulch for approximately 2.5 miles, creating a remarkable ribbon of patented mountain land shaped by water, topography, and history. Mature forests, secluded meadows, riparian landscapes, and mountain scenery create an exceptional sense of privacy just minutes from Central City, Black Hawk, schools, government offices, and recreation.
Originally patented in 1884, the property attracted generations of miners, explorers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Today, its appeal lies equally in its historical significance, natural character, and uncommon ownership pattern. During recent site visits, the Listing Broker observed two small ponds within the property corridor, including fish in one pond. Buyers should independently investigate water rights, stream characteristics, pond conditions, fisheries, legal access, and future land use.
The Fool's Luck Placer presents an uncommon opportunity for long-term stewardship, recreation, conservation, or a private legacy holding within one of Colorado's most historic mountain landscapes.
Part of the Bonanza Land LLC Portfolio, available individually or in combination: Nevadaville/Quartz Hill & Prosser Gulch (MLS #4882100), Apex (MLS #5069915), Bonanza Ridge (MLS #2516960), Alps Hill (MLS #1771044), and 241 Gregory Street (MLS #8986900).
Complete Portfolio Brochure: https://www.vedamodern.com/bonanzalandllc
- Listed by Carl Schembri, (303) 324-8626, Veda Modern Properties
Location
- County
- Gilpin County
- Zip code
- 80422
- Community
- Missouri Gulch
- School district
- Gilpin RE-1
- Elevation
- 9,164 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 41 acres
- Zoning
- NATURAL RESOURCE
- MLS #
- REcolorado 1869577
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2026
- $1,449
Parcels
- N000228
- N001092
- N001631
Legal description
S: 26 T: 2S R: 73W S: 23 T: 2S R: 73W MINE: FOOLS LUCK PLACER - 904 68% 36 ACRES (LESS PT DESC 139/383) REMAINING 10.51AC IN TA 25 HAWKEYE; S: 26 T: 2S R: 73W S: 23 T: 2S R: 73W MINE: FOOLS LUCK PLACER - 904 30% 36 ACRES (LESS PT DES 139/383) HAWKEYE OTHER 70% IS IN TA 10; S: 23 T: 2S R: 73W S: 26 T: 2S R: 73W S: 22 T: 2S R: 73W MINE: BUCK HORN - 983 100% 4.99 ACRES HAWKEYE
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Subtype
- Unimproved Land
- Address
- Fool's Luck
- Ownership
- Individual
- Terms
- Cash
- Exclusions
- None.
- Possession
- Negotiable
Lot
- Vegetation
- Aspen, Heavily Wooded, Natural State, Partially Wooded, Pine, Wooded
- Road Frontage
- Public
- Road Surface
- Gravel
- View
- Meadow, Mountain(s), Valley, Water
- Waterfront
- Stream
- Features
- Borders National Forest
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 11, 2026 | New listing | $1,950,000 | — | REcolorado |








































