Located in Chromo, Colorado, these 115 acres enjoy one mile of Navajo River frontage and boast a main lodge, river house, barn and outbuildings.  Truly a magical place where art and nature coexist, Mountain Spirit Lodge on the Navajo River has some of the best fly fishing in the lower 48 states, in addition to resident wildlife including turkey, elk, Mule deer, black bear and lion.  The main lodge is comprised of 6,000 sqft  and the river house is situated on the Navajo River and is a short walk to the main lodge. The Mountain Spirit Lodge on the Navajo River is a sportsman’s paradise wonderfully suited for families, corporations or anyone looking for a majestic getaway.

Antero Mountain Ranch – Reduced to $2.5M

Surrounded entirely by the grand splendor of the San Isabel National Forest, the Antero Mountain Ranch is a 160-deeded acre inholding offering panoramic views of towering mountain peaks, excellent year round access, underground utilities, convenience to nearby amenities, world-class recreational access and unmatched peaceful solitude! This gated, end-of-the-road oasis offers total privacy and endless recreational pursuits from the convenience of the 2,800 sqft lodge style home.  Alpine lakes, secluded waterfalls and endless trails can be accessed directly from the property making this an ideal retreat for equestrian enthusiasts, big game hunters, hikers or those who simply are looking for a quiet respite in Colorado seclusion.

• Antero Mountain Ranch – 160-acre inholding in Buena Vista  offered for $2.995M
• Birch Spring Ranch - 320-acre  in sporting property Dinosaur for $768,000
• Black Canyon Bulls – 580-acre hunting property in Crawford for $2.95M
• Egeria Creek Ranch – 8,818-acre one-of-a-kind ranch in Toponas for $21.9M
• Finger Rock Ranch – 351-acre recreational ranch in Yampa for $985,000
• Ranch on the Roaring Fork - 282-acre fishing property in Aspen for $9.5M
• Mountain Spirit Lodge on the Navajo River – 115-acre sporting property in Chromo for $5.9M
• Ohio Creek Elk Ranch – 372-acre hunting ranch in Gunnison for $2.195M
• Old Glendevey Ranch – 160-acre guest ranch in Jelm for $1.99M
• Runaway Inn – 71-acre retreat in Joes for $750,000
• Yampa TailWaters Preserve – 514-acre trophy fishing property in Steamboat Springs for $21.9M

Come experience your own adventure in Colorado with several of our Colorado ranches for sale!

In an exceptionally moving turn of happenstance, the angler who walked away as this year’s top angler is also a physician who has dedicated his life to researching and treating Cystic Fibrosis – a very fitting and uplifting finish to this excellent event. Team Live Water was proud with their hard-fought 3rd place finish under experienced guide Gifford Maythem of Taylor Creek Fishing in Aspen. Brian Hartley enjoyed the honor of landing the tournament’s biggest brown trout – a 20” beauty that hammered a stonefly imitation. Stay tuned for details of next year’s event.  Tournament photos, courtesy of Lindsay Carole Photography

Come fish with us on the Yampa TailWaters Preserve!

Fly fishing legend Stu Apte enjoyed sensational dry fly fishing last week on the Live Water Properties listing Yampa Tailwaters Preserve in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.  While Stu is most widely recognized for his success chasing tarpon in the Florida Keys, he still enjoys the peaceful respite and grand splendor of site-casting to eager rainbows in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.

This Hall of Fame angler has several dozen world records to his credit with a 58-pound dolphin caught in 1964 and a 136-pound Pacific sailfish caught in 1965, both on 12-pound tippets.  Apte tell these and other fish stories in the book Of Wind and Tides, an autobiography recounting friendships and fishing trips with other legendary anglers, including baseball great Ted Williams.  In 1967, Apte made history again when he became the first person to catch a tarpon over 150 pounds on a fly.  In 1982, Apte set two tarpon records in one day, one in the morning and one after lunch.

Apte says, “You don’t need to spend a lot of money to catch fish on a fly rod, that’s not it.”  Then what does it take?  “Speed and accuracy,” he said. “That’s it…and plenty of practice.”

The 8th Annual Celebrity Hunt for a Cure at Cheyenne Ridge Signature Lodge was nothing short of amazing! With your support we were able to raise $127,000 (Net) for Sturge-Weber Syndrome, pediatric neurological disorders and children with special needs. We feel extremely blessed with this event and can’t wait until next year!

Ohio Creek Elk Ranch is surrounded by beautiful snow-capped peaks and breathtaking views of the Anthracite Range, Carbon Peak and the Castles.  This Colorado ranch for sale provides endless opportunities for recreational enjoyment and is a sanctuary for elk, deer and the other wildlife.  Previously listed by another firm at $3,000,000, Live Water Properties’ offering price is $2,195,000. 

During a time when the rivers can be in flux due to variable dam releases to make room for the surging snowmelt, and many area tributaires are running high and off color, finding a piece of water that fishes well can take a little extra research. The answer for Live Water Properties broker’s Alex Maher and Brian Hartley was an expectionally scenic and productive tailwater in Northern Colorado. 

Brian Hartley landed this trophy 27”+ rainbow early morning last Friday. Keep us posted re: your travel plans to the Northern Rockies for 2011. We look forward to getting together for a day on the water.

The views can only be described as one of a kind, boasting clear site lines to the famed Chalk Cliffs, Mount Princeton (14,197 ft), as well as many other breathtaking vistas.  Next to the home, a small mountain creek meanders down the hillside through a lush grove of old growth aspens. The ranch consists of aspen meadows, cedar covered ridges and open Ponderosa forests. The entire perimeter of the ranch is fenced allowing for plenty of roaming room for horses. This ranch is located conveniently close to both Salida and Buena Vista and within a 2-hour drive to Aspen, Vail or Breckenridge.  Alpine lakes, secluded waterfalls and endless trails can be accessed directly from the property making this an ideal retreat for equestrian enthusiasts, big game hunters, hikers or those who simply are looking for a quiet respite in quiet Colorado seclusion. With the seemingly infinite national forest surrounding this private retreat, the access to the exceptional hunting and wildlife viewing is unparalleled.  Elk, Mule and Whitetail deer frequent the property while a large herd of Bighorn sheep can be viewed on the nearby alpine ridge from the deck. 

Come see the property for yourself!