
Recreational & Residential Land for Sale in Twin Lakes, Colorado
Lake County, Twin Lakes, CO 81251
Step into a landscape where wild beauty meets limitless possibility. This breathtaking 35-acre parcel captures the essence of Colorado—riverfront tranquility, sweeping mountain views & boundless adventure. Nestled between Twin Lakes, Colorado’s largest glacier-carved lakes, & Independence Pass, the state’s second-highest scenic byway, this rare offering invites you to live immersed in nature’s rhythm.
Enjoy year-round access with direct Hwy 82 frontage & a summer route just 29.8 miles from Aspen. Wander your private stretch of pristine riverfront, watch elk & moose graze at sunrise, & listen as the river sings through the valley. Explore hidden beaches, stroll wooded groves, & breathe in the scent of wild irises & mountain roses that bloom across open meadows each summer.
This land tells a story of preservation & privilege—82 square miles of surrounding creekfront are protected under a conservation easement, safeguarding the area’s natural splendor for generations. Your parcel holds the last remaining residential building envelope within this protected acreage—a once-in-a-lifetime chance to build a legacy home in one of Colorado’s most pristine settings.
A partially constructed driveway leads to a flat, sun-drenched building site tucked among evergreens—perfect for a secluded mountain retreat. Imagine crackling winter fires, golden autumn hikes & starlit summer nights around the campfire as the river hums in the background. Each season transforms the land—snowfall softens the peaks, spring waters rush with renewal, & summer paints the valley with color & life.
Bordering wilderness, this property offers endless exploration—hike, fish, ski, snowmobile, or simply be still in the vast silence. While a well hasn’t been drilled, the site allows for a domestic well to support your dream home.
Opportunities like this are rare. Seize this moment to create your mountain sanctuary—where nature leads, time slows & your legacy begins.
- Listed by Christine Turner, (719) 293-1147, Chris Turner Realty
Location
- County
- Lake County
- Community
- Twin Lakes
- School district
- Lake County R-1
- Elevation
- 9,803 feet
Directions
From Leadville, take Hwy 24 E towards Twin Lakes, Turn west on Highway 82, pass the town of twin lakes, Property is located on the left approximately 6 miles past the town of Twin Lakes
Property details
- Acreage
- 35 acres
- Zoning
- Recreactional
- MLS #
- REcolorado 8388942
- Posted
Legal description
TBD 35 acres Hwy 82, Twin Lakes 81251
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Subtype
- Unimproved Land
- Address
- TBD Highway 82
- Terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Possession
- Closing/DOD
Lot
- Road Frontage
- Public
- Road Surface
- Paved
- Road Responsibility
- Public Maintained Road
- Waterfront
- River Front
- Well Type
- Not Drilled
- Well Usage
- Domestic
- Features
- Borders Public Land, Level, Many Trees, Meadow, Mountainous, Open Space, Rock Outcropping, Wetlands
Structure
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Grid | Available |
| Sewage | Septic System | Available |
| Water | Private Well | Available |
| Gas | Propane | Available |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2026 | New listing | $990,000 | — | REcolorado |

















































