Kokopelli Ranch

Exceptional New Mexico Cattle & Hunting Ranch 18,895 Acres Near Magdalena, NM Offered at $4,555,000 ($925 per deeded acre) Discover a true New Mexico working ranch with unmatched diversity, productivity, and opportunity. Situated on Highway 60 east of Magdalena, this 15,395 total acre ranch combines 4,915 deeded acres, 3,500 private lease acres, 9,680 NM State Lease acres and 800 uncontrolled acres, creating a vast landscape ideal for livestock and wildlife alike. Excellent Grazing & Ranch Management Rolling open grasslands transition into rugged desert mountain terrain offering prime grazing rotation, protective cover, and spectacular scenery. Comfortably supports 300 pairs of cattle across well-designed pastures with good fencing. Water infrastructure features strategically placed piped drinkers and select earthen tanks ensuring ample, reliable water distribution. Grazing Lease Opportunity 3,500 deeded acres are under an existing solar lease and will not convey with the purchase (please see map). Should the solar project proceed, acres will be fenced off; if not, buyer retains first right of refusal to purchase the land, creating a valuable future opportunity. Headquarters & Infrastructure Remodeled 3-bedroom ranch house offering comfortable living. New 30x40 metal shop (2023), storage buildings, and a high-quality pipe-fenced working and shipping pen system. Prime Hunting & Recreation Trophy elk, mule deer, and antelope are abundant; bighorn sheep roam the rugged mountain sections. Proven income potential from bighorn sheep hunters, trespass fees paid by properly permitted hunters and outfitters. Ideal Location Direct highway frontage on Hwy 60 provides excellent year-round access. Proximity to Socorro and Albuquerque ensures convenient access to supplies and services. Less than 90 minutes to Elephant Butte Lake for fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation. This operating ranch is well-maintained, operational from day one, and ready for your cattle, hunting, and land investment goals.