Located in one of northeastern Wyoming’s most appealing areas, the Saddle Tree Ranch is within easy driving distance to several area towns. The property lays south of Interstate-90 between Sundance and Moorcroft. From Exit 172 it’s approximately 4.5 miles to the main entrance of the ranch via Arch Creek County Road, which is a county maintained gravel road. The ranch joins the county road at several points along the western side. The ranch headquarters is approximately 7 miles from I-90.

The property is 20 miles southwest of Sundance, Wyoming and within a one-hour drive of Gillette, Wyoming and Spearfish, South Dakota. Nearby recreation sites include Keyhole Reservoir & State Park, the Black Hills National Forest and Devils Tower National Monument. Commercial airline service is available at Gillette, Wyoming and Rapid City, South Dakota. Sundance has a 9-hole golf course and Hulett has an award winning 18-hole course. Hulett also has a newer airport which can accommodate most private jets.

School buses in the area run to Sundance, Upton or Moorcroft. More information on schools is available at www.edu.wyoming.gov.

Driving distance to nearby towns:
Sundance, Wyoming – 20 miles
Moorcroft, Wyoming – 21 miles
Gillette, Wyoming – 50 miles
Spearfish, South Dakota – 52 miles
Deadwood, South Dakota – 67 miles
Rapid City, South Dakota – 98 miles
(mileages are approximate)

ACREAGE

Deeded land            5,392 acres more or less
State lease                  640 acres more or less
BLM Allotment          480 acres more or less
Total                       6,512 acres more or less

The acreage figures have been obtained from the Crook County Assessor’s Office, BLM, and State
of Wyoming. The property has not been recently surveyed.

The deeded and leased lands are run in common and fenced together with the property being crossfenced into 12 main pastures, with several smaller gathering pastures. Most fences are 4 or 5 strand barbed wire in average condition. There are several land use trades with bordering property owners. Typically fences are put in for convenience and may not follow the legal description. The Seller is making known to all potential buyers that there are variations between the location of the existing fence boundary lines and the legal description of the deeded property. Seller makes no warranties
with regard to the location of the fence lines in relationship to the deeded property lines, nor does the Seller make any warranties or representations with regard to the specific acreage contained within the fenced property lines. Seller is selling the property in an “as is” condition, which includes the location of the fences as they exist.

Boundaries shown on the accompanying maps are approximate, based on the legal description and may not reflect the actual fence lines. The maps are not to scale and are for a visual aid only. The accuracy of the maps is not guaranteed.

The ranch has been managed to promote the wildlife habitat with limited livestock grazing for several years. Hay is being harvested from about 400 acres of tillable land. The fields on the western side of the ranch along Inyan Kara Creek have historically been irrigated with side roll systems. There are also dryland fields on the property.

NOTE: Carrying capacity and production may vary due to weather conditions and different management practices. Prospective buyers are advised to make their own determination of carrying capacity and production.

 
The cost for the State Lease is $1,276, which includes a sub-lease fee. State of Wyoming leases run in ten-year increments, with the current lease expiring in 2012. The BLM Grazing Allotment is for a total of 70 AUMS. The cost for the BLM grazing permits was $1.35 per AUM for a total of $94.50.

Upon successful closing, the owner will relinquish the grazing leases in favor of the new buyer. The new owner will then have to make application to receive the leases. Owners have preferential positions for leasing. The annual grazing fees are set by the government and may fluctuate.

The ranch has a prime environment for wildlife with numerous water sources, a good feed base and lots of cover. Area wildlife includes elk, whitetail deer, mule deer, antelope, turkey, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote, fox, eagles and hawks. An abundant population of deer are native to the area, with deer frequently seen on the ranch. The elk herd in the area has been growing in recent years. Brown trout and rainbow trout were stocked in Inyan Kara Creek in 2009. There are several places along the creek where one might consider applying for rights to construct a permitted pond for fishing.
The ranch is in deer hunt area 5 and elk hunt area 129, which is a general license area.

More information on hunt areas and seasons can be obtained from the Wyoming Game and Fish at http://gf.state.wy.us/.

The ranch has numerous water resources including 5 water wells, 5 spring developments, 6 reservoirs and access to 2 creeks. A new water line project is being worked on to install several miles of water pipeline from a well in the west central part of the ranch traversing east to a holding tank and 3 stock tanks.

Inyan Kara Creek winds through the valley on the western part of the ranch for over four miles and for another mile on the southeastern corner the ranch. Arch Creek runs through the deeded land that lays west of the State lease land on the westerly most portion of the ranch. In some areas the creeks are intermittent or seasonal.

All water rights permitted and adjudicated to the subject property shall transfer to the buyer. Prospective Buyers may wish to have a water right search performed.

The ranch has two sets of improvements situated several miles from each other.

The southern headquarters is tucked into a secluded draw along Arch Creek Road. This location includes a ranch style log home which was built around 1979. This comfortable home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a wrap-around deck and two fireplaces. The two-car detached garage has a trophy room overhead. Just over the hill from the house a top quality 40’x80’ horse barn features lean-to’s on each side, 4 inside stalls, wash bay, tack room, indoor training area, hay storage in the loft and outside pens for horses.

In the west-central part of the ranch there is a three bedroom ranch style home built in 1963. Outbuildings at this location include a steel quonset, lambing shed and barn. These improvements are situated in the Inyan Kara Creek Valley.


The dramatic combination of topographical characteristics provide for stunning scenery and an excellent environment for wildlife. The creek bottoms, expansive valleys, and hidden meadows combined with wooded hills, deep draws with rimrock ledges, open grasslands and high plateaus with long range views make this a truly magnificent landscape. Ponderosa pine, cedar, bur oak, cottonwood, and aspen trees plus sagebrush, choke cherries, wild raspberries, wild roses, and a plethora of native bushes & wild flowers complete the scenery. The fields on the western side of the
ranch run along Inyan Kara Creek. On the hills overlooking the creek there is evidence of tepee rings, also petrified wood has been found on the property. Several old homesteads on the property silently whisper tales of days gone by.

In addition to the creeks, some of the topographical features and landmarks on the ranch include Norris Divide and Wolfe Draw.

The elevations on the ranch range from 4,800 feet above sea level in the upper plateau areas to 4,285 feet in the lower valleys. The NRCS 30-year average annual precipitation maps shows the property in the range of 14 to 18 inches. The Latitude and Longitude of the ranch is 44.34601, -104.62393

The ranch itself provides a lifetime of outdoor recreational opportunities with excellent hunting, hiking, horseback riding, camping, mountain biking, game watching, photographic expeditions, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and great territory for 4-wheeling. Even though the property is remote and rugged, miles of trails runs throughout the land and make it accessible for much of the year.

The Saddle Tree Ranch is strategically located to serve as a base for year round recreation. Within a one to two hour drive of the ranch the recreational opportunities are unlimited. To the west Keyhole Reservoir and State Park provide fishing and boating activities. Devils Tower and the Bear Lodge Mountains are north of the property. The Black Hills National Forest and destinations like Historic Deadwood, and Spearfish Canyon are located to the east.

Wyoming has one of the most attractive tax structures in the country with no personal state income tax, no corporate income tax and low property taxes.

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The current estimated real estate taxes are $4,696.75. Typically the county reassesses the real estate taxes when a property is sold. Interested parties should consult with the Crook County Assessor’s Office regarding property taxes.

The owner does not know the exact extent of amount mineral right ownership that he holds, however at this time the owner will reserve all mineral rights. No mineral rights will transfer with the property.

The owners respectfully request that real estate agents and prospective buyers contact Arnold Realty, Inc. to schedule a proper showing of the ranch and do not attempt to “drive by” or trespass on the property on their own. A notice of at least 48-hours is requested to make proper arrangements for an inspection of the ranch. The ranch is shown by appointment only. Your consideration is appreciated.

The Saddle Tree Ranch is one of the finest ranches for sale at this time in northeastern Wyoming. The picturesque setting offers live water, stunning scenery, outstanding views, abundant wildlife, two sets of improvements, miles of trails, and an excellent location close to Interstate-90. This premier western ranch has tremendous recreational potential and would be a
great addition to any investment portfolio.


The Seller reserves the right to effectuate a 1031 tax-deferred exchange according to IRS Regulations. This exchange will not produce any expense or liability on the part of the buyer.

All information has been obtained from sources deemed to be reliable by Arnold Realty, Inc.; however the accuracy and completeness of this information is not guaranteed or warranted by Arnold Realty, Inc. or the Seller. Prospective buyers are chargeable with making and expected to conduct their own independent investigation of the information contained herein. This offering is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, price change, correction, or withdrawal from the market without notice. The Seller reserves the right to accept or reject any and all offers without liability to any buyer or cooperating broker.

Arnold Realty, Inc. recommends that every item of interest to the purchaser (i.e. water laws, mineral laws, zoning,
easements, boundaries, use regulations, state, federal and private permits) be independently verified by the purchaser’s attorney. Inspect to the extent deemed necessary. At closing, the buyer will state in writing that such an investigation has occurred and the buyer is satisfied with the ranch and its suitability for the buyer’s intended purposes.