Recreational & Residential Land for Sale in Salida, Colorado

Discover 41.17 acres of Colorado mountain property in the gated Cedar Ridge Estates community near Salida. With breathtaking 360-degree views stretching across the Collegiate Peaks and surrounding Arkansas River Valley, this property offers an exceptional setting for a private mountain retreat, recreational basecamp, or future dream home.

Land

This 41.17-acre property combines privacy, accessibility, and remarkable mountain scenery in a gated community. A roughed-in driveway crosses the property and climbs toward the uppermost portion of the acreage, where an established fire pit and camp create an ideal vantage point for taking in the hill top experience. The elevated setting offers a spectacular potential homesite with sweeping views of the Collegiate Peaks, Arkansas River Valley, and Browns Canyon National Monument across the valley. Whether envisioned as a full-time mountain residence, weekend getaway, or private recreational retreat, this acreage provides the space and setting to build something truly special.

Recreation

Few areas in Colorado offer the variety of outdoor recreation found in Chaffee County. The nearby Arkansas River is renowned for its Gold Medal trout fishing and provides exceptional opportunities for rafting, kayaking, and other water-based adventures.

Monarch Mountain Ski Area is within easy driving distance, while the charming mountain town of Salida is approximately 20 minutes away. Salida offers a vibrant selection of restaurants, galleries, shops, breweries, and community events.

Beyond the valley, the surrounding public lands provide abundant opportunities for hiking, hunting, camping, wildlife viewing, and exploration. Browns Canyon National Monument adds to the property’s spectacular scenery and recreational appeal.

With its combination of expansive acreage, privacy, panoramic mountain views, and proximity to some of central Colorado’s finest outdoor amenities, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to create your own Colorado mountain haven.