8201 State Highway 78, Beulah, CO 81023 - Pueblo County

Welcome to Owl Canyon Ranch, a legacy mountain holding encompassing 2,125 contiguous deeded acres in the foothills of the Wet Mountains, just 18 miles southwest of Pueblo, Colorado. Tucked away at the end of a private road, this scenic property offers a rare combination of rich wildlife habitat, historic improvements, and direct access to the San Isabel National Forest. Held in the same family for over 54 years, Owl Canyon Ranch provides an exceptional opportunity for year-round recreation, private mountain living, and long-term land stewardship.

The ranch features varied topographyfrom terraced meadows and rocky ridgelines to deep canyons and timbered slopes. Wales Canyon and Hoot Owl Canyon carve through the landscape, offering dramatic beauty and seclusion. With sweeping views of the Wet Mountains and the Beulah Valley, this property feels remote, yet it’s located just minutes from the town of Beulah and less than 40 minutes from Pueblo.

Owl Canyon Ranch offers outstanding big game hunting in Colorado’s highly regarded Game Management Unit (GMU) 84, known for producing trophy-class elk and mule deer. The property’s varied terrainranging from pine-covered ridges and terraced meadows to secluded canyons and year-round water sourcescreates ideal habitat for a wide variety of wildlife. Elk and mule deer are frequently observed on the property, and the ranch qualifies for the Landowner Preference Program (LPP), offering a significant advantage in securing limited draw tags. In addition to big game, the ranch supports thriving populations of turkey, black bear, mountain lion, and bobcat. Over-the-counter licenses are available for spring and fall turkey and archery pronghorn, making this a versatile and rewarding destination for sportsmen year-round.

PROPERTY ATTRIBUTES

2,125 contiguous deeded acres

Elevation ranges from approximately 6,300 to 7,600 feet

Diverse terrain with canyons, meadows, ridgelines, and rock outcroppings

Vegetation includes ponderosa pine, oak brush, native grasses, and wildflowers

1,998 acres of forest, canyons, and high-mountain pasture

117 acres of dryland farming (historically used for grass hay)

Nine livestock ponds, one well, and a hand-dug, rock-lined spring well

Direct access to San Isabel National Forest along the western boundary

Borders thousands of acres of protected public land

Historic features include an old feed mill, dairy barn, and early homestead cabins

-mile private, crushed asphalt access road with easement

IMPROVEMENTS

Main Residence: 6,168 sq ft total (3,084 main floor, 3,084 walkout basement)

3 bedrooms / 3 bathrooms

Vaulted living room with fireplace and panoramic views

Formal dining room and spacious kitchen

Primary suite with private deck

Walk-out basement with finished bathroom and expansion potential

Oversized 6-car heated garage with EV charging, storage, and lockers

Stucco exterior, tile roof, propane hot water heat, central A/C

Historic dairy barn and feed mill

Multiple potential building sites with privacy and scenery

CONSERVATION EASEMENT

1,985 acres protected under conservation easement across 8 legal parcels

Two retained building envelopes for future development

Easement protects scenic, wildlife, and agricultural values

Allows continued ranching, recreation, and residential use

HUNTING

Located in renowned GMU 84 trophy unit for elk and mule deer

Eligible for Landowner Preference Program (LPP) for elk and deer tags

Over-the-counter spring and fall turkey licenses

Over-the-counter either-sex archery pronghorn tags

Private Land Only, Limited Draw Bear License

Species include elk, mule deer, pronghorn, black bear, turkey, mountain lion, and bobcat

Multiple water sources and diverse terrain provide excellent habitat

RECREATION

Direct access to San Isabel National Forest for hiking, horseback riding, and ATV

Pueblo Reservoir (Lake Pueblo State Park): Less than an hour from the ranch, with 4,600+ surface acres of water and 60 miles of shoreline for boating, fishing, paddleboarding, and more

Arkansas River: Premier destination for whitewater rafting, kayaking, and trout fishing

Bishop’s Castle: Unique mountain attraction

Pueblo Mountain Park: Offers trails, disc golf, and educational programs

Monarch Mountain: Family-friendly ski area with 800+ acres, powder, tree skiing, and summer hiking

Nearby Golf:

Hollydot Golf Course 36 minutes

Elmwood Golf Course 28 minutes (18-hole and 9-hole executive)

Walking Stick Golf Course tournament-ready par 72

Desert Hawk scenic, wide fairways

Pueblo Country Club private 18-hole championship course

LOCATION

3 miles to Beulah, CO

19 miles / 30 minutes to Pueblo, CO

1 hour 35 minutes to Colorado Springs

1 hour 40 minutes to Colorado Springs Airport

2 hours 30 minutes to Denver International Airport

Owl Canyon Ranch is a rare blend of beauty, privacy, wildlife, and legacy. With national forest access, historic character, and protected land stewardship in place, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of southern Colorado’s premier mountain ranches.