955 County Road 303, Unit CROSS CANYON RANCH

Cebolla, NM 87518

$5,500,000
Price
116,740,800 / 2,680
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Totaling +/-2680 acres (2200 +/- deeded AC and 480+/- AC State Lease), Cross Canyon Ranch represents one the most historic hunting and working ranches around. Located approximately 13 miles west of Cebolla New Mexico off Hwy. 84, the Cross Canyon is in very coveted BGU 51, the ranch received 11 elk authorizations in 2025. Mule Deer authorizations are unlimited. The ranch has seen numerous improvements and is undergoing many more enhancements. Land - There are 4 wells on the property.  The Rio Cebolla...Totaling +/-2680 acres (2200 +/- deeded AC and 480+/- AC State Lease), Cross Canyon Ranch represents one the most historic hunting and working ranches around. Located approximately 13 miles west of Cebolla New Mexico off Hwy. 84, the Cross Canyon is in very coveted BGU 51, the ranch received 11 elk authorizations in 2025. Mule Deer authorizations are unlimited. The ranch has seen numerous improvements and is undergoing many more enhancements. Land - There are 4 wells on the property.  The Rio Cebolla Creek runs through the center of the property and provides year-round water for wildlife and cattle.  The ranch is bordered by BLM, Carson National Forest and the Chama Wilderness Reserve, providing thousands of acres as your backyard. With vistas for dozens of miles, altitude from 6800’ to 7200’, the ranch features large meadows (some cleared and planted in native grasses), sage flats, oak, pinion, juniper and stands of ponderosa pines. Pick-up or side-by-side trails provide for excellent access throughout the ranch.  Improvements The current owner is in the process of several projects on the ranch all geared to enhance, access, water development, additional forage, security and other improvements that will add not only to the functionally of the ranch but will add value as well.  Some of the projects include additional fencing, spring development, road improvements, screening and placing gravel on roads to provide better and safer access, road closures, clearing and planting. Residential Improvements: The historic log and wood frame Rustic Ranch house of approximately +/-3,000 square feet, was built in 1920 and has been added on and remodeled over the years with major renovations under the current owner between 2022-2025.  Total remodeled square footage is 2,000 SF.  The home, +/- 80-years-old, overlooks the river by 25-yards. Renovations on the home include new floors, new interior, new metal roof and lots of other up-to-date amenities that fit perfectly with the rustic design of the historic home. The home features power, phone, water and internet as well as hand-hewn rafters. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths and is part museum and part working ranch house and is heated by propane and wood burning stoves.  Complementing the headquarters home is a tool shed and outbuildings.  Recreation: This end-of-the-road, secluded ranch borders the intersection of the Carson National Forest and the Chama Wilderness Reserve. You can grab a fly rod and hike out the back gate straight into the Chama River Canyon for miles and miles, hunt big or small game, hike or ride your ATV. The Ranch is currently enrolled with the NM Department of Game & Fish EPLUS Program and receives a total of 11 Elk authorizations, 5 Mature Bull, 4 Antlerless Elk , 2 Either sex Archery.  Mule Deer authorizations are unlimited and available online or the local license dealers.  Always check regs. Agriculture: Water everywhere, with four wells on deeded acreage, complimented by water lines and drinkers, the ranch  historically carries +/- 75 pair of cattle year-round.  Live creeks and 25 +/- springs are located on this ranch. The ranch has been a working cattle ranch for decades; the current owner has a grazing lease with a local rancher, $2,000 annual grazing lease on 50% of ranch through 2025. The Big Game hunting authorizations add an additional source of income for the ranch. Chama NM +/- 1 hours.    Farmington NM+/- 3 hours.    Albuquerque +/- 3 hour’s.    Santa Fe NM +/- 2 hours.    Taos Ski Area +/- 2.5 hours.    Navajo Reservoir and/or Wolf Creek Ski Area +/- 2 hours.    Denver CO +/- 6 hours.    Durango CO +/- 4 hours.    Purgatory Ski Area +/- 3.5 hours.  Co brokers welcome.
  1. Listed by Greg Liddle • Hayden Outdoors LLC

Property Details for 955 County Road 303, Unit CROSS CANYON RANCH

Water Front
Yes
Zoning
Agriculture
Waterfront
Seasonal Stream/Spring
Subdv Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 10/20/2025 01:38 AM

Property Details for 955 County Road 303, Unit CROSS CANYON RANCH

StatusActive
MLS #829312
Days on Market114
Taxes$2,608 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeFARMRANCH / With Residence
Year Built1920
Lot Size2680.00 AC
CountyRio Arriba County

Location

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Building Information for 955 County Road 303, Unit CROSS CANYON RANCH

Building Size-Lot Size2680.00 AC

Payment Calculator

$27,023 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$26,806

Property Taxes

$217

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 955 County Road 303, Unit CROSS CANYON RANCH

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Year Remodeled: 2025
  • Directions: Off US Highway 84, turn west on CR 303 for approximately 13 miles to gate.
Parking
  • Carport Y/N: No
  • Garage Y/N: No
School Information
  • Elementary School: Open Enrollment
  • Middle School: Open Enrollment
  • High School: Open Enrollment
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA Y/N: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Total Taxes $: 2608
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Legal/Lot Block: Rio Arriba County +/- 2200 deeded acres and +/- 480 state land lease
  • Photo Count: 44
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Covenants Y/N: NO
  • Board Name: Durango Area Assn of Realtors
  • Documents On File: Aerial Photo, Topography Map
  • Income Producing: Yes
  • Can Be Divided: Yes
Lot Information
  • Special Assemnt Y/N: No
  • Water Rights/Irrigation: No
  • Lot Size/Acerage: 200+ Acres
  • Current Property Use: Cattle, Ag/Livestock, Recreation, Grazing, Hunting
  • Possible Property Use: Ag/Livestock, Ag/Row Crops, Cattle, Grazing, Hogs, Horses, Hunting, Irrigated Farmland, Mountain Recreation, Pasture, Poultry, Recreation, Residential Single Family
  • Well Permit #: To be advised
  • Parcel ID #: 1.015153264396E12
  • SqFt Source: Owner
  • Elevation: 7000
  • Property Description: Borders Public Land
  • Irrigation System /Rights: Well, Other
  • Property Type: Agriculture, Recreational
  • Improvements/ Structured: Equipment Shed, Barn
  • Leased Y/N: No
Green Features
  • Green Certification Y/N: No
  • HERS Rated Y/N: No
  • Energy Star Qualified Y/N: No
  • LEED for Homes Y/N: No
  • NAHB/NGBS-ICC 700: No
Utilities
  • Internet Service Y/N: Yes
  • Utilities: Electricity, Phone, Propane-Tank Owned
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • DOMESTIC WATER: Well-Other, Spring
  • DOMESTIC SEWER: Septic Installed
  • Fireplace Type/Location: Wood Stove
  • Addit Living Quarters: No
  • Water Well: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Room Information
  • 1/2 Baths: 0
  • 3/4 Baths: 0
  • 1/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 2.00
  • Total Office/Den(s): 0
Interior Features
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliance Inclusions: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave
Exterior Features
  • Residence Style: Ranch, Log, Cabin
  • Roof: Metal
  • Fence: Barbed Wire
  • Topography: Level, Rolling, Steep
  • Barn Y/N: Yes
  • Corral Y/N: No

Property History for 955 County Road 303, Unit CROSS CANYON RANCH

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRENMLS #829312

$5,500,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/16/2025

Listed (Active)

CRENMLS #829312

$5,500,000

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Schools near 955 County Road 303, Unit CROSS CANYON RANCH

This home is within Chama Valley Indep. Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tierra Amarilla Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Escalante Middle/High School
Public7 to 12

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955 County Road 303, Unit CROSS CANYON RANCH is a 2,680 ac of land for sale in Cebolla, NM 87518. This property was listed for sale on October 17, 2025 by Hayden Outdoors LLC, it's currently listed at $5,500,000. This listing's school district is Chama Valley Indep. Schools. Nearby schools include Tierra Amarilla Elementary School and Escalante Middle/High School. 955 County Road 303, Unit CROSS CANYON RANCH is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 3,000 sqft 2,680 ac of land built in 1920 on a 116,740,800 sq. ft. / 2,680 acres lot.

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Listing Courtesy of Hayden Outdoors LLC, Greg Liddle

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