BIGHORN MOUNTAIN BULL CAMP

Bighorn Mountain Bull Camp is an elk hunter’s dream property. With the perfect mix of habitat including timber, springs, aspens, and open grassy parks, signs of elk are everywhere. Located 37± miles from the friendly town of Buffalo, Wyoming, the drive to the Ranch is both relaxing and interesting. Elk, mule deer, antelope, moose, mountain lions, black bear, coyotes, fox, and bobcats take advantage of the ideal wildlife habitat. The Ranch, with 1,544± total acres of which 1,149± acres are deeded, has historically supported 125 cow/calf pair for 3 months, and is surrounded by several large landowners. The cozy hunting cabin overlooks a grassy meadow in a location perfect for watching elk from the porch. This Ranch will appeal to those wanting extreme privacy and consistent elk-harvesting opportunities.

Located just 37± miles from downtown Buffalo, Wyoming, via Highway 16 (25.5 Miles), Hazelton Road (4.75 Miles), and Bull Camp Road (6.75 Miles), the Ranch is an enjoyable mountain drive away.

Buffalo is a friendly town with a population of approximately 4,600. With quaint downtown shopping, dining, and art galleries, the warm welcome from the local business owners is readily apparent. Buffalo can provide all of the essentials with a modern hospital and clinic, two grocery stores, a sporting goods store, four banks, several agricultural-supply, hardware, and lumber stores, a movie theatre, fine dining, and an excellent public-school system.

Johnson County Airport (KBYG), a well-improved airstrip capable of handling good-sized aircraft, is located in Buffalo, Wyoming. The lighted asphalt runway is 6143’ x 75’ with a beacon operating from sunset to sunrise.

Sheridan, Wyoming, 30 miles north of Buffalo via Interstate 25 along the Big Horn Mountains, provides additional services including exceptional restaurants, large building-supply stores, Walmart, commercial flights connecting to Denver, and a fine downtown shopping experience. Sheridan provides a great mix of the old west and modern conveniences.

Gillette, Wyoming, east of Buffalo, on Interstate 90 has commercial air service with connecting flights to several major hubs including Denver and Salt Lake City. Gillette also offers additional services for building supplies and equipment to satisfy nearly all the needs on the Ranch.

Approximate distances to other nearby towns are as follows:

Sheridan, Wyoming
Gillette, Wyoming
Casper, Wyoming
Billings, Montana

73.5 miles
107 miles
152 miles
204 miles

The Ranch elevation ranges from approximately 7,500 to 7,850 feet above sea level. The local area experiences a semi-arid climate with moderate temperatures. The average annual precipitation in nearby Buffalo is 13.26 inches.

The Ranch sits atop the Big Horn Mountains and often benefits from the afternoon thundershowers typical to a mountain setting.

The Ranch hosts thick stands of healthy pines, wet draws full of aspens, and grassy meadows which transition into open grassy slopes providing the perfect combination of resources for wildlife and livestock. The terrain of the Bighorn Mountain Bull Camp is very huntable. Gentle slopes and gradual draws in and out of the trees provide the perfect stalking situation for rutting bulls.The Ranch has historically been utilized as a summer grazing unit for 125± cow/calf pairs. With grass-filled meadows, springs, and small creeks, cattle have all they need to thrive in this mountain environment.

Acreage Breakdown

Total Acres:
Deeded:
Wyoming State Lease:
Bureau of Land Management:

1,544± acres
1,149± acres
80± acres
315± acres

Land Classification Breakdown:

Native Mountain Pasture:
Timber:

804± acres
740± acres

Historically, the Ranch has been used as a summer grazing unit (approximately 3 months) for 125 cow/calf pair with the remaining grass left for the wildlife.

The improvements on the Ranch are well maintained with a neat appearance. This signifies the stewardship with which this Ranch has been managed. A cozy cabin built from logs cut on the property, an outhouse, outdoor shower, and a hunting blind are fitting for the setting and provide the perfect mix of rustic, yet cozy, mountain living.

Cabin

The cabin, built in 1997, consists of 864± square feet, with 2 bedrooms, and a cozy living room open to the kitchen and dining room. One bedroom fits a queen-size bed while the second bedroom serves as a bunk room with multiple beds providing ample room for family and friends. The covered front porch is a common place to sit and enjoy watching the wildlife feeding near the cabin.

Hunting Blind

A hunting blind positioned on the edge of “Kidney Park” provides the perfect vantage point to wait for elk to feed out into the meadow. This blind is perfect for hunters that have difficulty hiking as it is an easy walk to and from the cabin.

A list of personal property to be included in the sale can be provided upon request.

Propane is provided by All Star Gas. The Ranch currently has no other utilities.

The real estate taxes for 2021 were $1,120.80.

The Seller will convey with the Ranch 50% of whatever mineral, oil, gas, geo-thermal, hydro-carbon, and gravel rights they actually own, subject to reservations by previous owners. The Seller makes no representation as to the quantity or quality of any mineral or other sub-surface rights appurtenant to the Ranch.

The Seller hereby makes known that there may be variations between the property boundary lines and the location of the existing boundary fences on the Bighorn Mountain Bull Camp. The Seller makes no warranties regarding the location of the fence lines in relationship to the property boundary lines, nor does the Seller make any warranties or representations regarding the specific acreage within the fenced property lines.

The Seller is selling the Bighorn Mountain Bull Camp in its “as is-where is” condition which includes the location of the fences as they now exist. Boundaries shown on any accompanying maps are approximate. The maps are not to scale and are for visual aid only. The accuracy of the maps and information portrayed therein is not guaranteed nor warranted.

The area economy is driven by agriculture, tourism, and energy development. However, through the boom and bust of energy development, agriculture has remained the backbone of the local economy. Tourism remains a viable economic factor as Buffalo is located at the intersection of Interstate 90 and Interstate 25 and is a logical stopping point for visitors heading to Yellowstone National Park. As a result, Buffalo has excellent hotel amenities and restaurants.

The nearby Bighorn National Forest and Cloud Peak Wilderness provide endless sightseeing, hiking, camping, horseback riding, hunting, and fishing opportunities. Wildflowers, rushing creeks, beautiful, rugged terrain, and good wildlife populations make the Buffalo area a prime destination to view the wonders of nature.

The Ranch is home to an abundance of wildlife including trophy elk, whitetail deer, mule deer, antelope, moose, bear, mountain lion, coyote, and bobcat. One of the unique characteristics of the Ranch is its location amongst larger ranches, which makes it extremely private and quiet, and enjoys a large buffer from the public and its pressures.

Aside from the hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities, the Ranch provides the perfect terrain for ATV, hiking, and quiet mountain living.

Hunting Areas

Elk hunt area:

34 (Draw for both residents and non-residents) The Ranch has qualified for two landowner elk tags each year

Deer hunt area:

30 (General tag for residents and Region Y draw for Non-Residents)

Antelope hunt area:

20 (Draw for both residents and non-residents)

STOCK WATER

The Ranch is well watered by numerous springs, small unnamed seeps, and Beaver Creek.

LIVE WATER

Beaver Creek traverses the Ranch for approximately 3/4 mile. While no fish are currently seen in Beaver Creek, it does flow year round and one could perhaps introduce trout into the stream.

As possibly one of the best elk hunting properties in this price range, the unique attributes of the Bighorn Mountain Bull Camp create an extremely attractive offering in this region of Wyoming. This 375 AUM grazing unit on 1,544± total acres is enhanced by the recreational facets available both on the Ranch and in the nearby Bighorn National Forest and Cloud Peak Wilderness Area. The elk hunting enthusiast will appreciate the habitat which attracts an abundance of elk and other wildlife. The cozy log cabin overlooking a meadow appropriately fits the setting. Unlimited hunting, horseback riding, hiking, and other outdoor opportunities will be afforded to the new owner of the Bighorn Mountain Bull Camp.

OFFERING PRICE AND CONDITIONS OF SALE

Bighorn Mountain Bull Camp, as previously described herein, is offered at US $4,500,000.00 Cash or Terms acceptable solely at the discretion of the Seller. The conditions of sale as of June 2022 are as follows:

All offers to purchase must be in writing and accompanied by an earnest money deposit check in the amount of 5.00% of the Purchaser’s offering price;
All Offerors must demonstrate to the Seller’s satisfaction unquestioned financial capability to purchase the Ranch prior to scheduling a showing;
Earnest money deposits will be placed in escrow with Sovereign State Title, Sheridan, Wyoming;
The Seller will provide and pay for a standard owner’s title insurance policy issued by Sovereign State Title Company;
50% of the Ranch’s mineral rights appurtenant to the property and currently owned by the Seller will be transferred at Closing;
Buyers’ Brokers are welcome and cordially invited to contact Swan Land Company for information regarding Cooperation Policies and Commission Splits.

The Seller reserves the right to effect a tax-deferred exchange for other real property in accordance with provisions in Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code. The Buyer will not be required to incur any additional expenses nor to step into the chain of title on any property which the Seller may acquire.

This entire Offering is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice and approval of purchase by the Seller. Information regarding land classifications, acreages, carrying capacities, crop yields, potential profits, etc., are intended only as general guidelines and have been obtained from sources deemed reliable; however, accuracy is not warranted or guaranteed by the Seller or Swan Land Company. Prospective Buyers should verify all information to their sole and complete satisfaction.

TERMS OF INSPECTION

A 48-hour notice is requested to make proper arrangements for an inspection of Bighorn Mountain Bull Camp.

Swan Land Company has been authorized by the Seller to act as their Exclusive Real Estate Broker on the sale of Bighorn Mountain Bull Camp. Since 2002, we have focused on the brokerage of significant ranches, farms, and recreational properties throughout the Rocky Mountain West.

This Offering is based on information believed to be correct; however, it is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, and change or withdrawal without notice. Information contained herein has been provided by the Sellers or obtained from other sources deemed reliable. The Agent does not, however, guarantee accuracy and recommends that any Prospective Buyer conduct an independent investigation.

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Scott M. Williams

307.621.0098 | [email protected]

Land has always been a passion for me as long as I can remember. I think back to my beginnings, where we learned to enjoy the satisfaction in a hard day’s work, the feeling of responsibility as we cared for livestock through blizzard and drought, and the reward in finding practical solutions to day-to-day problems. ...

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