Wetzel Creek Ranch

Wetzel Creek Ranch offers 1,150± deeded acres in Adams County, Colorado. Family-owned since 1909, the property features productive native grassland, a well-maintained 2,392 sq. ft. home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, working pens, outbuildings, livestock water infrastructure, and excellent road access.

Land

The ranch consists entirely of native shortgrass prairie with gently rolling terrain and good natural drainage. Historically supporting up to 120 cow/calf pairs, the grassland has been carefully managed to maintain healthy native pasture. With established livestock water infrastructure and working facilities, the property is well-suited for cattle production and grazing operations.
Additional Property Available: A second home situated on 40± acres in the southeast corner of Section 1 is also available for purchase separately. Contact the listing agent for additional details.

Improvements

The ranch headquarters features a well-maintained 2,392-square-foot home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The residence has been well cared for over the years and serves as a comfortable headquarters for the ranch.
Adjacent to the home are working pens, outbuildings, and additional improvements that support day-to-day operations. These facilities provide a practical setup for handling livestock, storing equipment, and maintaining the property.
The property is served by an established livestock well and pipeline infrastructure that has supported cattle operations for decades. The well, located in Section 25, is approximately 60 feet deep and produces an estimated 2.5 gallons per minute. A new pump was installed in 2025, and PVC waterlines were installed around 1980.
The ranch also benefits from excellent road access, making it convenient to reach the headquarters and manage the surrounding acreage.

Recreation

Located in Adams County on Colorado’s Eastern Plains, Wetzel Creek Ranch offers a private rural setting with convenient access to surrounding communities. The property is approximately 30 minutes from Deer Trail, Byers, and Brush, with access to Interstate 70 and regional services.
Denver International Airport is approximately one hour away, providing convenient access for owners traveling to and from the ranch.
With 1,150± deeded acres, an established headquarters, livestock facilities, and over a century of family ownership, Wetzel Creek Ranch presents an opportunity to acquire a functional cattle ranch with additional agricultural and recreational potential

Region & Climate

Located in Adams County on Colorado’s Eastern Plains, Wetzel Creek Ranch offers a private rural setting with convenient access to surrounding communities. The property is approximately 30 minutes from Deer Trail, Byers, and Brush, with access to Interstate 70 and regional services.
Denver International Airport is approximately one hour away, providing convenient access for owners traveling to and from the ranch.
With 1,150± deeded acres, an established headquarters, livestock facilities, and over a century of family ownership, Wetzel Creek Ranch presents an opportunity to acquire a functional cattle ranch with additional agricultural and recreational potential.