Turkey Ridge Ranch

The Turkey Ridge Ranch is located near Hartville in eastern Wyoming. Hartville is approximately 12 miles from the ranch, while Cheyenne is located roughly 111 miles to the south. The property is positioned near the Haystack Range in a region known for its scenic granite formations, timbered hills, and productive grazing country.

Guernsey State Park lies approximately 13 miles from the ranch and provides a variety of recreational opportunities, including boating, camping, biking, and hiking. Just two miles upstream from the town of Guernsey, the North Platte River is impounded by Guernsey Dam, creating the Guernsey Reservoir. After passing through the dam, the North Platte River flows along the southern edge of Guernsey and serves as a regional destination for fishing, kayaking, and wildlife viewing. Approximately eight miles downstream, the river reaches the Whalen Diversion Dam, where water is redirected into large agricultural canal systems serving both Wyoming and Nebraska.

The Oregon Trail Ruts State Historic Site, located near Guernsey, preserves some of the most visible remnants of nineteenth-century western migration routes and contributes to the area’s historical significance.

Air access is available through Guernsey Municipal Airport, which features a 5,500-foot runway. Commercial air service is available at Western Nebraska Regional Airport, located approximately 76 miles from the ranch, offering daily flights to Denver.

The surrounding area is characterized primarily by grazing lands and private hunting properties. The region maintains a rural agricultural identity with a strong connection to ranching, outdoor recreation, and western heritage. Nearby physical features include the Haystack Range, McCann Pass, Garnet Hill, and the North Platte River corridor, all of which contribute to the scenic character of the landscape.

The Hell Gap Archaeological Site, one of the most significant paleo-related sites in North America, is located nearby and reflects the deep historical importance of the region. The nearby communities of Hartville and Guernsey provide basic services and access to recreation while preserving the atmosphere of small western towns rooted in ranching and outdoor culture.

The area experiences a semi-arid continental climate characterized by long, cold, and generally dry winters along with warm, mostly dry summers. Temperatures typically range from approximately 13 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer. The region benefits from abundant sunshine, relatively low humidity, and moderate wind conditions throughout the year.

Annual precipitation averages approximately 15 inches, with most moisture arriving through late spring and summer thunderstorms. Winter snowfall averages approximately 37 inches annually and contributes significantly to total yearly moisture.

There are no conservation easements associated with the property.

The ranch improvements are anchored by a custom-built residence completed in 2016 and designed with extensive craftsmanship and high-quality finishes throughout. The exterior of the home is primarily moss rock, with hardy board siding on the rear elevations and a durable metal roof. Large, covered porches on the north and east sides of the residence provide protected outdoor living space with views of the surrounding landscape. The fenced yard includes newly planted trees and a greenhouse equipped with 55-gallon barrels designed to help regulate interior temperatures.

The attached oversized three-car garage is fully finished and includes storage space as well as the home’s utility room. Entering through the mudroom from the garage, the home features built-in cabinetry, an office area, laundry facilities, a walk-in pantry, and a full three-piece bathroom with tile flooring, granite countertops, and a farmhouse sink. Adjacent to the mudroom is an enclosed patio featuring a wood-burning cook stove.

The residence encompasses approximately 4,437 square feet of living space designed in an open-concept arrangement connecting the kitchen, dining room, and great room. Heating is provided through propane-fired in-floor radiant heat with individual room controls, supplemented by central air conditioning. Hardwood flooring extends throughout the home and is complemented by detailed baseboards, crown molding, custom seven-foot interior doors, antique transoms, and glass door knobs.

The great room includes vaulted knotty pine tongue-and-groove ceilings, numerous seven-foot windows, built-in oak cabinetry, and a wood-burning stove accented by a marble-inlaid hearth and a mantel estimated to be more than 150 years old. The kitchen is centered around a 6’x12’ island with marble countertops, a farmhouse sink, and seating for six. Appliances include a KitchenAid cabinet-depth refrigerator, a six-burner double-oven gas range with pot filler, a dishwasher, and a microwave. Additional features include illuminated glass display cabinetry, subway tile walls, two appliance garages, and a large pantry.

The dining area incorporates bench seating within a bay window. Adjacent to the kitchen is a large office or hobby room with high ceilings, built-in desks and cabinetry, bookshelves, and a walk-in closet with a sliding barn door.

The bedroom wing includes extensive built-in storage and custom finishes throughout. The first guest bedroom features knotty pine accents, built-in shelving, bench seating, a walk-in closet, and a tiled bathroom with a custom antique buffet converted into a vanity. The second guest bedroom features wainscoting, built-in shelving, bench seating, a walk-in closet, and a tiled bathroom with a second custom buffet-style vanity and a granite countertop.

The primary suite features an oak accent wall, bay window, coffered ceiling with tin detailing, and antique lighting fixtures. The primary bathroom includes two custom vanities constructed from antique buffet tables with original granite tops, a claw-foot soaking tub positioned beneath a stained-glass window, a 5’x6’ walk-in shower, a separate water closet, and extensive built-in storage within the walk-in closet.

Additional ranch improvements include a 5,000±-square-foot insulated shop equipped with a heated work area and four 14-foot overhead doors. The 6,000± square foot horse barn includes a tack room, feed storage, indoor stall capacity, and overhead doors suitable for equipment storage. The ranch is also fenced and cross-fenced to support rotational grazing operations.

Water resources on the ranch include four wells and one year-round spring that provide water for livestock and wildlife use throughout the property.

Any and all water rights associated with the property will convey to the buyer.

Seller will retain any mineral rights.

Annual property taxes are approximately $5,179.

While there are no major fisheries located directly on the ranch, the property benefits from close proximity to the North Platte River and several regional reservoirs, including Guernsey Reservoir, Grayrocks Reservoir, and Glendo Reservoir. These water bodies provide opportunities for boating and fishing within a short drive of the ranch headquarters. Guernsey Reservoir is the closest and is located approximately 20 minutes from the property.

Turkey Ridge Ranch provides excellent wildlife habitat due to its combination of timber cover, rugged granite terrain, native grass meadows, and reliable water sources. The ranch supports healthy populations of trophy bull elk and mule deer, with Wyoming residents able to hunt both species under general over-the-counter licensing structures.

Wild turkeys are abundant on the property, with both spring and fall hunting seasons available. Predator species, including mountain lions, bobcats, and coyotes, are also present, creating additional winter hunting opportunities.

The ranch offers a wide range of recreational opportunities beyond hunting and fishing. The terrain is well-suited for horseback riding and cattle gathering, with established equestrian access throughout the property. Additional recreational uses include mountain biking, hiking, wildlife viewing, and arrowhead hunting.

The mild climate by Wyoming standards and the strategic placement of the ranch headquarters along the eastern side of the Haystack Range contribute to comfortable year-round use and protection from prevailing storms.

The ranch is currently operated as a year-round grazing property and is owner-rated to support 50 cow-calf pairs with supplemental winter feed. Cross-fencing divides the ranch into four pastures to facilitate rotational grazing management.

In addition to livestock operations, the property supports extensive recreational use, including hunting for elk, mule deer, turkey, mountain lion, bobcat, and coyote.