$2,300,000
$6,407 per acre: total asking price divided by the reported 359 acres. Not an appraisal or a bare-land value.
1305 Thunder RoadNorwood, CO 81423
Equestrian property · MLS 11688994 · Listed 208 days ago (Apr 9, 2026)
Equestrian · Livestock and grazing · Crops and cropland · 26 irrigated acres reported · Farm and ranch details
For sale: Listed for sale and available according to the MyStateMLS feed.
About this property
Located just 2.5 miles from the town of Norwood in the heart of western Colorado, the J2F Ranch offers a rare combination of privacy, usable acreage, and immediate access to large blocks of public land. The 359± acre property borders approximately 25,000 acres of National Forest and 9,500 acres of BLM, creating exceptional opportunities for hunting, horseback riding, and backcountry recreation while remaining within easy reach of Telluride and Montrose. Direct access to these surrounding public lands significantly expands the usable footprint of the ranch. The ranch sits at approximately 7,300 feet in elevation and features a mix of rolling hills, timbered ridges, and a scenic canyon corridor. Vegetation includes pinyon and juniper, ponderosa pine, and oakbrush, along with approximately 26 acres of irrigated pasture. Views extend to the San Juan Mountains, Lone Cone, and the distant La Sal Mountains. Water is a strong feature of the ranch. Two ponds provide dependable water for wildlife and livestock, while a seasonal creek runs through the canyon portion of the property. Flood irrigation supports the irrigated pasture and overall productivity of the ranch. The property includes six shares of Lone Cone Ditch Company water supporting the irrigation system. Located in Colorado GMU 70, the property supports mule deer, turkey, elk, and bear. Deer and turkey are commonly seen across the ranch, while elk and bear move through the canyon corridor between the surrounding public lands and nearby private ranches. The unit offers over-the-counter elk hunting as well as landowner voucher opportunities for elk and deer. Improvements include an approximately 2,768 square foot home with four bedrooms and five bathrooms, well-suited as a full-time residence, mountain retreat, or lodge-style base. Additional improvements include a first-floor drive-through garage with 14-foot roll-up doors, a barn, and a separate cabin. Livestock use is a defining feature of the property. The ranch includes horse facilities with a built-in pen and tack shed adjacent to the home, along with additional livestock facilities, fencing, and infrastructure supporting grazing operations. Utilities include power, septic, two wells, and two 1,500-gallon cisterns. Propane service is provided by a 1,000-gallon and a 500-gallon tank. The property is accessed via county road and offers year-round access. Recreation opportunities surround the ranch. Immediate access to the National Forest and BLM provides miles of riding and exploration. The nearby Thunder Mountain trail system is popular for mountain biking and trail riding, while the region offers hiking, hunting, and winter recreation. Telluride Ski Resort is approximately 35 miles away, and Miramonte Reservoir provides nearby fishing. The J2F Ranch is well-suited for buyers seeking an equestrian base, private mountain retreat, or hunting property with direct access to expansive public lands. The property is commercially zoned, allowing for additional opportunities such as a lodge, guest accommodations, or short-term rental operation. With its combination of acreage, improvements, water, and proximity to Norwood and Telluride, the ranch offers a versatile Western Colorado lifestyle property.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Farm and ranch details
Listing-reported, not independently certified. These details come from the listing's own fields and description. Farms and Ranches has not inspected the property, measured acres, tested soil or water, or reviewed permits. Confirm everything with Keith Stephens of St James Sporting Properties and the right professionals.
| Listed here as | Equestrian propertyFarms and ranches: Listed by the MLS as a farm or ranch, or land with reported agricultural improvements such as barns, stables or fencing. |
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| Why it qualifies | MLS property type: Farm · How listings qualify |
| Reported use | Equestrian, Livestock and grazing, Crops and cropland |
| Total acreage | 359 acres (as reported) |
| Reported land breakdown |
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| Home included | Yes, a home is reported |
Reported buildings, water and land features
- Stable or stalls (listing structures field)
- Barn (listing structures field)
- Well (listing water source field)The listing reports a well. It says nothing about yield, water quality, permits or water rights; test the water and ask the state water agency.
- Fencing (listing fencing field)Fencing is reported. The listing does not describe its type, extent or condition unless the description says so.
- Irrigation mentioned (listing description)Irrigation is mentioned in the description. Equipment or a well does not establish a legal right to irrigate; ask for the water right or permit documents.
- Pasture (listing description)
- Pond (listing description)A pond is reported in the description. It does not establish a water right, and ponds can be seasonal.
- Creek or spring (listing description)
Not reported here and never inferred: yields, income, stocking rates or carrying capacity, water rights, transferable permits, organic certification, equipment or livestock included in the sale, and whether a building can be used or a site built on. Report a wrong classification.
Facts
- List price
- $2,300,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Farm or estate
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full baths
- 5
- Interior area
- 2,768 sq ft
- Lot size
- 359 acres
- Year built
- 2000
- Stories
- 3
- County
- San Miguel County
- MLS number
- 11688994
- Annual property tax
- $12,000
Facts are reported by the listing brokerage. Items not listed were not provided; that does not mean the property lacks them.
Land details reported by the listing
- Water source
- Well
- Fencing
- Fenced
Features
Interior
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Entrance Foyer
Appliances
- Washer
- Range
- Microwave
- Water Heater
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Hardwood
- Carpet
Heating
- Forced Air
- Gas
- Electric
Water
- Well
Location
The pin is the listing's reported coordinates and may be approximate. It is not a parcel boundary, and no soil, flood, wetland or access conclusion should be drawn from it. See more listings in Norwood.
Price and status history
Changes observed by Farms and Ranches in MyStateMLS data since Oct 30, 2026. This is not a public-record sales history; MyStateMLS does not publish sold prices.
Buyer checklist
Questions worth investigating for any farm or ranch purchase. They are not claims that this property has a problem or meets any condition.
- Legal accessIs there deeded or recorded access to a public road, and are there easements across the land (or that the land relies on)?
- Water rights and wellsA well, pond, creek or irrigation system does not by itself establish a legal right to use the water. Ask for the water right, permit or registration documents and test the well.
- Leases and tenanciesAre there farm, grazing, hunting, CRP, oil and gas or wind leases? Some survive a sale or require notice before they end.
- Soil and usable landHow many acres can actually be cropped or grazed? Check the NRCS soil survey and get a current lab soil test for the use you plan.
- RestrictionsZoning, conservation easements, deed restrictions, HOA rules, floodplain and wetland rules can limit what you can do.
- Building conditionBarns, fences, wells and septic systems need inspection; a listed building may not suit a commercial or livestock use.
- UtilitiesPower, water, septic capacity, internet and road maintenance: who provides them and at what cost.
- What is included in the saleEquipment, growing crops, stored hay, livestock, irrigation equipment, permits and farm program contracts are often separate. Get it in writing.
Explore this area's farming resources
Regional guidance for San Miguel County, CO. It describes the area, not this property: it does not say this land suits any crop or use.
- Regional overview and local referrals for San Miguel County
- Colorado State University Extension (county offices and local specialists)
- Colorado State University Soil, Water and Plant Testing Laboratory (soil testing) · other soil testing options
- NRCS Web Soil Survey (mapped soils; a map is not a soil test)
- All farm resources for Colorado
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of St James Sporting Properties. Listing agent: Keith Stephens. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing last updated by the brokerage May 14, 2026, 6:44 PM UTC. Farms and Ranches last received MyStateMLS data Nov 3, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify all details with the listing agent.