86.6 Acres with a Strong 20 GPM Domestic Well | Lot 27 Ghost Mine Ranch Near Del Norte, Colorado
Lot 27, Ghost Mine Ranch
Elkhorn Canyon Road, Del Norte, CO
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Finding Colorado mountain acreage is easy. Finding acreage with a 20 GPM domestic well, electricity at the lot line, year-round access, septic plans & soil testing completed, and nearly 87 acres to explore is another story.
Lot 27 in Ghost Mine Ranch checks all of those boxes while offering something that's becoming increasingly hard to find—a private mountain setting that feels miles away from everything, yet is only minutes from the town of Del Norte.
Tucked into its own scenic canyon, this 86.6-acre property is surrounded by rolling hills, rocky outcroppings, mature pinon and juniper trees, and incredible mountain scenery. Instead of feeling like an open field, the natural terrain creates a sense of privacy and adventure that unfolds as you explore.
Several of the biggest infrastructure expenses of building in Colorado have already been covered.
A strong 20-gallon-per-minute domestic well is already drilled and equipped with an electric pump and a frost-free hydrant. Electricity is available right at the lot line, giving you a tremendous head start toward building your dream mountain home, cabin, or Colorado basecamp. Additionally, soil testing and engineering plans for a septic system have already been completed!
Watch the aerial tour to appreciate the property's scale, the natural canyon setting, multiple building sites, and the surrounding mountain landscape.
Unlike many vacant land parcels that offer only one obvious building site, this property offers options. Build down low among the trees with easy access, or choose one of the elevated homesites where spectacular views stretch across the surrounding mountains and valleys. Whether you envision a full-time residence, a seasonal getaway, or simply a place to unplug on weekends, you'll find plenty of room to create exactly what you've imagined.
When the day's adventures are over, gather around the existing steel fire pit with its cooking grate, watch the sun disappear behind the canyon walls, and enjoy some of the darkest night skies Colorado has to offer. This is the kind of place where the Milky Way becomes part of your evening entertainment.
Wildlife is abundant throughout Ghost Mine Ranch. Mule deer, elk, wild turkey, foxes, and countless bird species are frequent visitors, making every morning a little different than the last.
Join me on the ground as we explore the well, potential homesites, terrain, and everything that makes Lot 27 in Ghost Mine Ranch such a unique opportunity.
A Community That Makes Mountain Living Easy
Ghost Mine Ranch has earned a reputation for offering the peace and privacy buyers seek without sacrificing accessibility.
County-maintained gravel roads provide dependable year-round access, so whether you're visiting for the weekend or living here full-time, getting home is never a seasonal concern.
The HOA keeps covenants intentionally simple, focusing primarily on road maintenance and protecting property values rather than dictating how you enjoy your land. One unique benefit owners appreciate is the optional neighborhood trash cooperative, which allows residents to participate in a shared trash service instead of making regular trips to the county landfill.
It's a welcoming mountain community where neighbors look out for one another while still enjoying the privacy that comes with owning large acreage.
Discover the Best of the San Luis Valley
One of my favorite things about this property is its location.
You'll feel completely removed from the hustle of everyday life, yet you're close enough to enjoy everything that makes the San Luis Valley one of Colorado's best-kept secrets.
The nearby town of Del Norte has quietly become one of Colorado's emerging outdoor recreation destinations. Mountain bikers travel from across the country to ride the area's expanding trail system, while hikers, ATV enthusiasts, hunters, and anglers enjoy nearly unlimited access to the Rio Grande National Forest just minutes away.
Only about 20 minutes from the property, Penitente Canyon has become an international destination for rock climbers. Even if climbing isn't your sport, the hiking trails, unique volcanic rock formations, and spectacular scenery make it a place you'll find yourself returning to again and again.
The Rio Grande River offers outstanding trout fishing, while thousands of acres of nearby public lands provide endless opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, wildlife photography, camping, and exploring Colorado's backcountry.
When winter arrives, you're only about an hour and a half from Wolf Creek Ski Area, home to the most natural snowfall in Colorado. Spend the day skiing fresh powder before returning home to the peace and quiet of your own mountain retreat.
The location also puts you within easy driving distance of many of southern Colorado's most popular destinations.
- Approximately 15 minutes to Del Norte
- Approximately 20 minutes to Penitente Canyon
- Approximately 1 hour to Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve
- Approximately 1 hour to Adams State University in Alamosa
- Approximately 1½ hours to Wolf Creek Ski Area
- Approximately 3½ hours to Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Approximately 4 hours to Denver
Whether your perfect weekend includes hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, fishing, hunting, skiing, exploring old mining roads, or simply relaxing beside a campfire under a sky filled with stars, you'll find it all within easy reach.
Why I Think This Property Stands Out
I've photographed a lot of mountain acreage over the years, and what makes this parcel different is its personality.
It doesn't feel like you're standing in the middle of an open field.
Instead, the surrounding hills wrap around you, creating a sense of privacy that's hard to appreciate until you're actually there. As you explore the property, the landscape changes from the gentle valley floor to higher overlooks with expansive mountain views, offering choices that many vacant land parcels simply don't offer.
Add in a productive domestic well, electricity at the property line, year-round county-maintained roads, and nearly 87 acres to explore, and you have a property that's ready for the next chapter.
If you've been waiting for a place to build your Colorado mountain lifestyle, Lot 27 in Ghost Mine Ranch deserves a closer look.
Property Highlights
- 86.6 acres in Ghost Mine Ranch
- Strong 20 GPM domestic well
- Electric pump installed
- Frost-free hydrant
- Electricity at the lot line
- Multiple potential building sites
- Elevated homesites with incredible mountain views
- Level building sites with easy access
- Culverts are already on-site for future driveway construction
- Steel fire pit with cooking grate
- Mature pinon and juniper trees
- Excellent wildlife habitat
- County-maintained roads with year-round access
- HOA with light covenants focused primarily on road maintenance
- Optional neighborhood trash cooperative
- Minutes from Del Norte
- Close to Rio Grande National Forest, Penitente Canyon, the Rio Grande River, Great Sand Dunes National Park, and Wolf Creek Ski Area
To schedule your private showing, contact Dee Plucinski, Luxury Home Broker with Steffens & Company Realty. All buyer's must be accompanied by their agent on showings.
Additional photos can be found HERE.
Here is a link to the official Real Estate listing.
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Steffens & Company Realty South Fork, CO 81154
719-873-5605 (Call or Text)
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Discover More of Southern Colorado
Owning this property isn't just about the cabin—it's about embracing the mountain lifestyle that makes this corner of Colorado so special.
You may also enjoy these local guides:
- Living in Del Norte, Colorado
- Great Sand Dunes National Park Visitor Guide
- Wolf Creek Ski Area – Home of the Most Snow in Colorado
- Penitente Canyon Rock Climbing & Recreation Guide
- Living in South Fork, Colorado
- Buying an Off-Grid Cabin in Colorado
- Colorado Hunting Properties & Mountain Cabins
(I'll update these with links as they're published.)
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