1273 County Road 5 Rifle, CO 81635

Bugle Canyon Ranch encompasses 321 acres of mountain land in Garfield County, Colorado, within the boundaries of Game Management Unit (GMU) 22. This ranch offers exceptional access to recreation and hunting, bordering expansive BLM public lands that open into thousands of additional acres of rugged Western Colorado terrain. The property’s location and topography make it a valuable addition to a larger landholding, and over 3,000 contiguous acres are available for purchase in combination with this parcel.The landscape at Bugle Canyon Ranch is varied and visually striking. From the high ridgelines, long views extend across rolling oak hills, stands of mature pine and aspen, and open meadows that characterize the high country of this region. The property’s terrain transitions naturally from open, gently sloping benches into more timbered draws and brushy canyons that connect to BLM land and nearby drainages. Cow Creek flows through the property, enhancing wildlife movement and creating a strong year-round water influence that supports both game and native vegetation.This mix of cover, water, and elevation creates a reliable habitat for elk, mule deer, black bear, turkey, and an occasional moose. The ranch lies in an area known for steady elk activity throughout the seasons, with animals frequently moving between Cow Creek and the surrounding ridges and meadows. The nearby Bear Creek drainage adds to the quality of the wildlife habitat and further connects the property to a broader migration corridor used by big game.The property is situated within GMU 22, one of Western Colorado’s accessible big-game management areas. Over-the-counter elk tags are available for multiple rifle and archery seasons, and deer tags are distributed through the draw. Turkey hunting opportunities are also abundant, with both spring and fall tags available over the counter. Bugle Canyon Ranch also qualifies for the Colorado Landowner Preference Program (LPP), providing eligibility to apply for future landowner big-game licenses.Access to the ranch is provided from County Road 249, with additional access routes available through adjoining BLM property. The ground is well-suited for multiple uses, including hunting, camping, horseback riding, hiking, and ATV exploration. The blend of pine and aspen timber, open ground, and riparian corridor along Cow Creek makes this an excellent location for both recreational and wildlife-oriented land ownership.The ranch’s character is defined by its seclusion and classic Western Colorado scenerytimbered ridges of pine and aspen, open meadows, and brushy slopes that hold color through every season. It is well-positioned for continued enjoyment as a hunting or recreational property and may also serve as an expansion to a larger ranch operation, particularly when combined with neighboring available acreage.Rifle is located approximately 45 minutes from the property, while Meeker is roughly an hour away, both providing amenities such as groceries, fuel, and dining. Grand Junction and Eagle County airports are each within about two hours, offering convenient regional and commercial flight connections.Bugle Canyon Ranch includes mineral rights and has no conservation easement, providing flexibility for future management or ownership plans. The property reflects the character of Colorado’s upland countryquiet, scenic, and rich with wildlife.