
Recreational & Residential Land for Sale in San Luis, Colorado
Costilla County, San Luis, CO 81152
Experience the profound stillness of the high country with this expansive 105-acre retreat, where the stars are brighter and the world feels entirely your own. Reaching elevations of 9,050 feet, this is more than just land—it is a sanctuary at the edge of the sky.
The exploration across this acreage begins in rolling blankets of blue sage, filling the air with that iconic, crisp high-desert fragrance. As you ascend, the terrain transforms into a lush forest of pinyon and juniper, eventually revealing hidden clearings and a rare local treasure: majestic Douglas Firs standing as ancient sentinels among the trees.
For those seeking a true escape, this property offers a premier off-grid experience. Whether you are looking to establish a sustainable homestead or a private getaway, you’ll find: Multiple campsite areas tucked away for immediate enjoyment; Rugged accessibility via a boundary-line trail that invites a sense of adventure (and a capable 4WD) to navigate the changing seasons; Unrivaled privacy afforded by over a hundred acres of wooded terrain.
The true crown jewel of this property lies to the east. The Sangre de Cristo Mountains dominate the horizon with their snow-capped peaks providing a dramatic backdrop to daily life. On certain evenings, you’ll witness the magic of the "Blood of Christ" mountains firsthand, as the setting sun paints the stone faces in breathtaking shades of violet and rose alpenglow.
Are you ready to find your place among the firs? This is a rare opportunity to own a significant piece of the Colorado high country, where the views are endless and the silence is priceless.
- Listed by Bonnie Gehrig, (309) 369-6522, Brackendale Realty
Location
- County
- Costilla County
- Community
- Melby Ranch Filing II
- School district
- Centennial R-1
- Elevation
- 8,879 feet
Directions
From San Luis follow State Rte. 159 south for about 13 miles. Turn left at mile marker 5 onto dirt road (not marked, a few buildings around). Follow the road up the mountain for about 4.5 miles (windy road with number of curves). Once you get to the top the road flattens out. Turn right (E) on Powderhorn Rd. Follow for about 0.4 mile. Turn right (S) still on Powderhorn Rd. and follow for about 1.4miles. Arriving at a Y keep right and follow for another 0.4 mile. At this next Y keep left (E) and follow Antelope Dr. for 0.7 mile. Turn right (SE) and follow for 0.4 mile. The property is to your right (S) (trail leads up the hill).
Property details
- Acreage
- 105 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
- MLS #
- REcolorado 5782276
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $2,090
Parcels
- 72002270
- 72002280
- 72002290
Legal description
MELBY RANCH FILING II-A BLK B TRACT 71 CONT. 35.01 ACRES IN SEC 21-1-72
MELBY RANCH FILING II-A BLK B TRACT 72 CONT. 35.25 ACRES
MELBY RANCH FILING II-A BLK B TRACT 73 CONT. 35.29 ACRES IN SEC 20-1-72
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Subtype
- Unimproved Land
- Address
- 71, 72, 73 Horseshoe Trail
- Terms
- Cash, Conventional
Location
- Incorporated
- No
Lot
- Vegetation
- Brush, Heavily Wooded, Mixed, Natural State, Pinon Pines, Sagebrush
- Road Frontage
- Public
- Road Surface
- Dirt
- View
- Mountain(s), Valley
- Features
- Many Trees, Mountainous, Secluded
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2026 | New listing | $115,000 | — | REcolorado |












































