Your Colorado Basecamp: 5 Acres Beneath the Sangre de Cristos

Property Highlights
What we love about this property and why we purchased it:
Zoned ER- Estate Residential – Allows mobile homes, tiny homes, and camping
Stunning Mountain Views
Average June temperature: High of 77 degrees F and low of 41 degrees F
County-maintained Dirt Road Access in excellent condition (see photos)– Reach your land easily
Abundant wildlife including deer, elk, pronghorn, and wild turkey
Low Taxes & No HOA – $100/year in property taxes
4 miles to the Rio Grande River
Nearby town of San Luis
Surrounded by farm land
Rio Grande Ranches/Ranchos area
Nearby Attractions & Amenities
San Luis (Approx. 15-20 minutes)
Grocery store
Gas stations
Restaurants
Post office
County offices
Schools
Medical clinic
Fort Garland (Approx. 35 minutes)
Additional shopping
Hardware store
Restaurants
Banking services
Alamosa (Approx. 1 hour)
Walmart
Regional hospital
Airport
Major grocery stores
Home improvement stores
National retailers
Nearby Attractions
Rio Grande River
Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area
Mountain Home Reservoir
Great Sand Dunes National Park
Sangre de Cristo Mountains
Carson National Forest (New Mexico)
Hunting, fishing, ATVing, hiking, and camping opportunities throughout the region
Why This Land?
Escape the crowds and enjoy Colorado’s high-desert paradise. This property offers the freedom to camp, explore, and build your dream retreat while taking in panoramic mountain views in every direction. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway, future homesite, or long-term investment, Rio Grande Ranches provides affordable acreage in one of Colorado’s most scenic regions. The combination of privacy, natural beauty, and proximity to public lands makes this an excellent opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts and anyone seeking a quieter lifestyle.