Recreational Land for Sale in Eagle, Colorado

Just outside the Vail Valley, Castle Ridge Ranch is a rare legacy property offered for the first time since it was homesteaded generations ago. Spanning 650± acres at the base of iconic Castle Peak, the ranch features towering aspen groves, dark timber, alpine meadows, abundant wildlife, and breathtaking mountain views. Elevations range from approximately 9,400 to 10,400 feet, creating an extraordinary Colorado mountain landscape.

Land

Privacy & Views

Privacy and seclusion are exceptional. The ranch is bordered by wilderness areas on both its eastern and western boundaries and is situated between two of Colorado’s largest private ranches, creating an extraordinary expanse of protected land. From nearly every ridge and meadow, the views stretch for miles.

The property’s location at the base of Castle Peak provides commanding views of:

Mount Sopris

Beaver Creek Ski Resort

The Flat Tops Wilderness

Castle Peak

Numerous surrounding alpine mountain ranges

Location

Despite its secluded setting, Castle Ridge Ranch is remarkably convenient. The property is just 20+ minutes from Eagle and Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE), offering nonstop flights to major U.S. cities, just 30 minutes to Beaver Creek and only 40 minutes from the Vail Valley with world-class skiing, dining, shopping, and year-round recreation.

Water, Wildlife & Hunting

The ranch supports healthy populations of:

Trophy Rocky Mountain elk

Mule deer

Moose

Black bear

Sage grouse

Merriam turkey

Numerous small game and native bird species

Located in GMU 35, the property qualifies for valuable Colorado Landowner Hunting Vouchers.

Six natural springs are scattered throughout the ranch, providing a dependable water source that supports an exceptional population of wildlife. Large migratory elk herds regularly travel through the ranch as they move between neighboring ranches and surrounding wilderness areas, creating outstanding hunting opportunities. The ranch is an exceptional mule deer property and serves as a true rut destination. Each fall, mature bucks travel from miles away to the property’s secluded meadows and timber to participate in the rut, creating outstanding opportunities to hunt trophy-class deer during one of the most exciting times of the season.

Historic Homestead

Two original homestead cabins remain on the property, preserving its rich history and pioneering heritage. Whether restored or maintained in their rustic character, they serve as a reminder of the family’s generations of stewardship.

A Legacy for Generations

Castle Ridge Ranch represents one of the last opportunities to own an untouched high-country ranch of this caliber. Combining a rich family history, unmatched privacy, exceptional wildlife, and close proximity to Eagle and the Vail Valley, it is a legacy property ready to be enjoyed and passed down for generations to come.