Preserving Snowmass Falls to Enhance the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness
“A pristine setting in a picture-perfect mountain valley and still close to world-class ski areas. It’s remarkable that it still exists.”
In a landmark moment for land preservation in Pitkin County, the 650-acre Snowmass Falls Ranch (a stunning swath of upper Snowmass Creek Valley surrounded on three sides by the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness) is being preserved for future generations. Pitkin County’s historic purchase of this property for $34 million underscores a community commitment to protecting open space and safeguarding sensitive wildlife habitat, scenic landscapes, and public trail access that might otherwise have been lost to development. Wilderness Land Trust
A key piece in making this conservation victory possible was the role played by Hall and Hall, the brokerage that listed and helped sell Snowmass Falls Ranch. With the property coming to market for the first time in over 78 years, Hall and Hall’s exclusive marketing resulted in the unique situation where Pitkin County was able to accomplish the purchase. Their work on the deal helped ensure that this remarkable land at the edge of the wilderness would be protected in perpetuity. Hall and Hall
Now under county ownership, Snowmass Falls Ranch is poised to be transferred to the U.S. Forest Service and incorporated into the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, a 181,535-acre roadless expanse beloved by hikers, hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts alike. This strategic conservation move not only protects two miles of Snowmass Creek frontage and diverse wildlife habitat, but also maintains one of the most scenic gateways to the wilderness. It’s a testament to what thoughtful preservation efforts, from county programs and land trusts to real estate professionals committed to conservation values, can accomplish.
