Brian became a ranch partner with Hall and Hall in 2005 when he opened our northwest Colorado office. Originally from the Midwest, Brian strongly supports saving our agricultural heritage. In 1996, he received a master’s degree from the University of Denver’s Daniels College of Business and has specialized in high-value real estate since then. Brian holds real estate licenses in Colorado and several neighboring states. An avid sportsman, he is an active member of numerous conservation organizations and promotes wildlife and aquatic habitat protection and enhancement. Brian enjoys the good life in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, where he lives with his wife and two daughters.
Highlighted by stunning mountain scenery and prime big game habitat, this 516± acre ranch is located within Grand River Ranch, providing exclusive access to outstanding fishing, equestrian and lodging amenities. It is well-located just 10 minutes from a real town with a jet strip, and within 60-90 minutes of seven different top Colorado ski resorts.
From its elevated position about 1,800 feet above the valley floor, Gore Range Ranch showcases outstanding river valley and mountain range views in every direction. Scenic panoramas include the upper Colorado River and lower Blue River basins and surrounding mountain ranges, including Rocky Mountain National Park and the Indian Peaks Range to the east, the Rabbit Ears Range to the north, and the Gore Range to the south and west. One of the most impressive views is of the highest peaks of the Gores, including Mt. Powell, the Eagles Nest Wilderness and the landmark “Sleeping Indian.” Just a mile south of the property, the Colorado River cuts through the Gore Range, creating a deep canyon. The upper cliff walls of Gore Canyon are visible from the property, adding another dramatic element to the superb views to the south.
Gore Range Ranch features a mix of aspen and conifer forests, balanced by open areas which enable the incredible views. Elevations range from 8,600 feet to 9,500 feet. The land is generally oriented to the east and southeast. Gentle slopes are punctuated by ridges and drainages, including multiple small ponds and wallows. The terrain and scenery make it an excellent property for hiking or riding. Much of the uppermost elevations were logged to mitigate for the mountain pine beetle outbreak in the 2000s, and now support a healthy and diverse blend of trees.
The mosaic of forested areas and open hillsides results in prime habitat for elk and mule deer. The ranch borders BLM land to the west, which subsequently borders and provides access to Routt National Forest as well as State Wildlife Area lands. According to Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Hunting Atlas, the property is located in a summer range area for both elk and mule deer, and within a mule deer migration corridor.
The natural beauty of the land and scenery at Gore Range Ranch is readily apparent. The hidden beauty is that, by nature of the accompanying amenities of Grand River Ranch, it can be fully complete and ready to enjoy immediately. On the one hand, it is a blank canvas for an owner with plans to build an extraordinary new home. At the same time, it is turnkey for an owner who does not want to build, and simply wants to enjoy the land and utilize the amenities of Grand River Ranch without the need to do any projects or upkeep. The property has surprisingly easy access to town, the airport, Denver and many of the top resort towns in Colorado. It would take significantly more money and time to replicate what is encompassed by this offering.
Gore Range Ranch lies on the east flank of the Gore Mountain Range in western Grand County. This is the heart of Colorado ski country – 60 to 90 minutes from seven major ski resorts – Steamboat, Winter Park, Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Copper Mountain. Kremmling, a ranching and recreation-oriented mountain town situated at the confluence of the Colorado and Blue Rivers, is less than 10 minutes away. With around 1,500 residents, Kremmling is supported by most services, including a grocery, hardware store, restaurants, gas stations and a hospital. The more developed areas of Summit County and I-70 are just under an hour from the property, and the Denver metropolitan area is less than two hours.
An attractive characteristic of Gore Range Ranch is that it is located only 10 minutes from a jet strip. The 5,540-foot runway at the general aviation airport in Kremmling accommodates private jets up to Global Express in size. Commercial air travelers can utilize Denver International Airport (2.5 hours) or the Yampa Valley Regional Airport serving Steamboat, or the Eagle County Regional Airport serving Vail (both 1.5 hours).
The property is easily accessed from Kremmling and US Highway 40. The property is 7 miles from town on paved and gravel roads maintained throughout the year. An electric gate controls access to the private road (also maintained year-round), which climbs to the upper elevations of the property.
Gore Range Ranch is located within Grand River Ranch, which is one of Colorado’s most attractive shared amenity ranch communities. At most such developments, an individual parcel owner can purchase a small acreage lot, on which they may construct a home. At Grand River Ranch, the parcels are ranches themselves, with several hundred to several thousand acres of totally private land apiece. There are a total of only 17 parcels spread over 19,000± acres. The development was completed in the early 2000s, and all the parcels have been owned by private individuals for years, if not decades. Nearly all the other parcel owners have already constructed structural improvements. They range from small homes to grand lodges, but all are tasteful and of the highest quality. The Grand River Ranch community has been particularly successful, due to its natural beauty, convenient location, attractive amenities and quality staff. Please refer to the Recreational Amenities section and Grand River Ranch Amenities map for more details.
The property encompasses approximately 516.29± deeded acres.
There are no structural improvements on Gore Range Ranch. Improvements to the land include the private access road, buried electric, and a domestic water well, which was drilled and cased. There are several exceptional homesite locations for a future owner wishing to construct a new home or cabin.
The property taxes estimated by Grand County for tax year 2023 (payable in 2024) are $3,963.16.
In addition to the recreational usage of Gore Range Ranch, its future owner will have full access to the exceptional amenities of Grand River Ranch. The limited number of members of this exclusive club enjoy the following facilities and venues, which are all located within the surrounding Grand River Ranch community, owned and maintained by its Owner’s Association:
• Staffed equestrian center with ranch horses available for trail rides.
• Sporting clays course and rifle range.
• Staffed lodge with fine dining and four suites for additional guest accommodations.
• Boating and fishing for native cutthroat trout at 24-acre Jones Reservoir, accompanied by a nicely furnished cabin.
• Excellent tailwater fly fishing for trout on 1.5 miles of enhanced fishing stream, accompanied by two additional cabins.
• Refer to the Grand River Ranch Amenities Map for an overview of these locations relative to the deeded land of Gore Range Ranch.
The Grand River Ranch amenities are the perfect complement to the 516± private deeded acres of Gore Range Ranch – available for use at any time, while keeping it simple, without the need for any caretaking duties. The ranch lodge is a popular option for enjoying chef-prepared dining, and its guest suites and associated cabins can provide superb accommodations for the Gore Range Ranch owner and guests.
A 165± acre landmark holding sited at the Sweetwater Creek and Colorado River confluence, this former summer camp offers a beautiful residence, private river frontage, recreational amenities and agricultural production.
Recreational paradise with private access to the Medicine Bow National Forest. Diverse timber covered hillsides and draws to sub-irrigated spring-fed bottoms. Trophy-caliber antelope and elk frequent the property.
A historic 530-head cattle ranch encompassing approximately 63,000± acres (14,367± deeded acres), the K Ranch features diverse western Colorado mountain and canyon landscapes, and trophy big game hunting in Unit 10.
Telluride Renegade Ranch presents an opportunity to acquire 602± vacant acres, surveyed into 17-35 acre parcels. Located just 30 minutes to Telluride, the property offers 360-degree views, diverse topography, and vegetation.
Located midway between Vail and Steamboat, this exquisite custom home is complemented by a one-seventh share in King Creek Ranch, a recreational paradise featuring 5,000± acres of diverse mountain land that is fully improved, staffed and ready to enjoy.
