74.0 acres in Catron County, New Mexico

Rio Frisco Farm is nestled in the stunning San Francisco River valley of Catron County in southwest New Mexico. At 4,500 foot elevation, this gorgeous property offers four mild seasons, abundant water and stunning views of the 10,000 foot peaks of the Aldo Leopold Wilderness to the east and national Forest to the west. Huge supply of good affordable water will grow anything. There are state certified annual river/surface water rights to 18.6 million gallons. The 12" cased irrigation well can easily pump 500gpm with a static groundwater level at 25 feet. A grandfathered domestic well provides 1.1 million gallons annually. Plus annual rainfall averages 20". Improved permanent pastures are flood irrigated from two, newly-cleaned ponds which are home to native fish, even gila trout. Hunters will appreciate the abundant wildlife year round which include mule deer, white tail, elk, turkey, javelina and bear. The entire property is fenced and the improved permanent grass pastures are divided into 8 paddocks with drinkers. There are two houses, a large equipment barn, 2 wells, 5 electric meters, mechanic shop, steel paneled corrals to work cattle, large round pen and covered arena to work horses all shaded by giant trees and multiple shade structures. Of special interest to horse trainers is the heavy felt that lines a leveled 2 acre pad topped with sand. Perfect location for horse events, music festivals, bed and breakfast rentals, overnight camping or grazing leases. The driveway connects to US Highway 180. Western NM Telephone provides a land line and high speed internet, Verizon wireless offers good cell service plus USPS mail is delivered to your mailbox out front.