773 Acres of Recreational Land for Sale in Conchas, New Mexico

Conchas Lake Ranch is located on a 25 mile-long reservoir stretching 11 miles southwest along the Conchas River, and 14 miles along the South Canadian River in eastern New Mexico. The area offers varied shoreline, secluded coves, canyons, sandy beaches, campsites, recreation, and wildlife. The property has private water access and underwater acreage. It is ideal for recreational waterfowl and quail hunting and has great development potential.

Land

Conchas Lake Ranch consists of +/-2,860 deeded acres of combined land and lake owned property with +/- 1072 acres being under water when the lake is full. The land itself ranges in topography from coastal coves to hidden canyons and high plateaus. It is mostly desert landscape with pinon and junipers trees, native grasses and local vegetation.

Improvements

The owners have divided the +/-2860 acres into 3 separate tracts, which can be purchased in full or individually. The property is subject to a survey and can be further subdivided to meet the buyer's requirements. There is one livestock well.

Recreation

There is an abundance of recreational opportunities, however, the lake has become a haven for waterfowl and quail hunting, with some of the best fishing in the Southwest. The lake is stocked by the NM Department of Game & Fish with bluegill, channel catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, and walleye. The lake is open all year to fishing. Other activities include camping, fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking, water skiing, wind surfing, sailing, picnicking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, stargazing, and photography. This area is well preserved and filled with an abundance of wildlife.

Agriculture

The land has historically been used primarily for cattle grazing and also has a livestock well.

Water/Mineral Rights & Natural Resources

No Known mineral or water rights. Domestic and Livestock water wells are permissible.

General Operations

The land has been used primarily for cattle grazing, fishing, horseback riding, and private water access.

Region & Climate

Conchas Lake is located in northeastern New Mexico. The elevation is 4253 ft. The summers are hot and dry, with temperatures in the 80's & 90's with an occasional 100 degree day, perfect for fun in the sun and water activities! The winters are mild with occasional snowfall, and the springs season is generally perfect weather for outdoor activities, except those occasional days dominated by high plains winds that will certainly clear the air. The fall season is moderate in all areas and ideal for any activity. It averages 16 inches of rain, 11 inches of snow, and 273 sunny days annually.

Location

The property is located in the northeast area of New Mexico between Las Vegas, Tucumcari, and Santa Rosa, about a 1/2 mile off Highway 104 on the south side of Conchas Lake. There is a business district consisting of a country store, post office, and a newly updated public airport. The airport has a runway length of 4800 ft.

The closest town is Tucumcari, NM 30 minutes away and has all amenities, gas stations, grocery stores, a hospital and restaurants. Las Vegas and Santa Rosa are both 1-hour away. Albuquerque is 2 1/2 hours and Amarillo, TX is 2 hours, both these cities have a regional airport with direct flights to multiple cities within the US.