Magdalena, NM 87825 - Socorro County

Exceptional New Mexico Cattle & Hunting Ranch – 18,895 Acres Near Magdalena, NM
Offered at $4,555,000
($925 per deeded acre)

Discover an exceptional New Mexico cattle and hunting ranch where productivity, diversity, and recreational opportunity converge. Located along Highway 60 just east of Magdalena, this expansive 18,895 acre operation encompasses 8,733 deeded acres, 9,680 New Mexico State Lease acres, and 800 acres of uncontrolled use, creating a true western landscape built for livestock, wildlife, and adventure.

Working Cattle Ranch With Excellent Grazing

The ranch blends rolling open grasslands with rugged desert mountain country, providing an ideal mix of grazing rotation, shelter, and forage diversity.

Comfortably supports 300+ cow/calf pairs.

Pastures are well-fenced and thoughtfully laid out for efficient management.

Reliable water distribution via piped drinkers and select earthen tanks ensures consistent livestock access across the operation.

Irrigated Land & Valuable Water Rights

A rare asset in this region, the ranch includes 205.5 acres under pivot irrigation, supported by adjudicated water rights from the New Mexico Office of the State Engineer.

Highly productive irrigated ground adds stability, feed security, and operational flexibility.

Ideal for forage crops, winter feed, or additional agricultural revenue streams.

Headquarters & Improvements

A functional and comfortable headquarters anchors the ranch:

Remodeled 3-bedroom ranch house, move-in ready for owners or staff.

New 30' x 40' metal shop (2023) plus additional storage buildings.

High-quality pipe working and shipping pens, designed for safe and efficient cattle handling.

Premier Hunting & Wildlife

This region is renowned for some of the best wildlife habitat in central New Mexico. The ranch routinely holds:

Trophy elk, mule deer, and pronghorn antelope.

Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep frequent the rugged mountain sections.

Established revenue streams from bighorn sheep hunters, trespass fees, and collaborations with licensed outfitters.

Location & Access

Direct highway frontage provides year-round convenience without sacrificing privacy.

Easy access to Magdalena, Socorro, and Albuquerque for supplies, airports, and amenities.

Under 90 minutes from Elephant Butte Lake, offering fishing, boating, and recreational opportunities.

Well-maintained and operational from day one, this ranch is ready to support your cattle program, enhance your hunting portfolio, and stand as a long-term land investment with tremendous potential.