TBD, Eastland, UT 84535 - San Juan County

The Blue Abajo Ranch spans 1,680 acres in one of the region's premier big game hunting areas. Herds of Wapiti (Elk) and trophy Mule Deer transition between their preferred bedding areas on and off the property throughout the day. The ranch, located in Utah's San Juan Abajo Mountains (Hunt Unit 14A), offers a mix of fertile farm ground, diverse foliage, and natural ponds that attract wildlife. The landscape features a blend of wooded rolling hills and hidden flat grasslands, with stunning views of the Blue Abajo Mountains, La Sal Mountains, and several Colorado mountain ranges.

HUNTING TAGS & ADDITIONAL HUNTING

Appropriate hunting tags are available through Utah's Division of Wildlife Resources ( The property qualifies for landowner tags for Elk and Mule Deer. Contact the agent for details on availability and the application process).

Additional hunting opportunities on the ranch include:

Mountain Lion Open year-round with a valid hunting license.

Black Bear Draw, Pursuit, & Harvest Objective Tags.

Bobcat Limited over-the-counter tags available.

Turkey Draw-based, youth-specific, over-the-counter, and landowner tag options are available.

Coyotes Open year-round.

ACCESS & OPERATIONS

The ranch is secluded yet accessible via county roads leading to a private road that enters the property. It is fully fenced and cross-fenced for potential cattle grazing and currently generates income through organic farming operations.

ADJACENT RANCH AVAILABILITY

An adjacent ranch (Old Hwy Ranch 760 acres) is also available. Contact the agent for details.

LAND

1,680 deeded acres

Mild terrain with rolling hills

Pinyons/Junipers mixed with Sagebrush and hidden fields

Grazing leases may be available

750 acres of Organic Wheat, Safflower, and Milo Crops

320 acres of commercial farmland on the south side of Hwy 491

Elevation: Roughly 6,800 ft

WATER

Seasonal springs and creeks

Seven+ seasonal stock ponds providing water for wildlife

Water-well options for domestic, livestock, and limited agricultural irrigation use

Water rights are available (

BOUNDARY

Bordered by private landowners on all sides

An adjacent ranch (Old Hwy Ranch 760 acres) is also available.

ACCESS

County roads lead to a private gated road.

INCOME

The ranch's primary income is from organic and conventional farming.

750 acres organic / 220 acres nonorganic Wheat, Safflower, and Milo farming currently in production (Contact the agent for income details).

The land is rotated annually using an Organic Wheat, Safflower, & Fallow cycle.

Production rates range from 10-12 bushels per acre, with a maximum yield of 18-20 bushels per acre.

CONSERVATION EASEMENTS

No current conservation easements

Potential for future conservation easements (New owners may explore options).

PROPERTY IMPROVEMENTS

Barbed-wire fencing throughout

No structures

Dirt roads provide access to feeding areas, ponds, and crop fields

A septic system & water well would be required for any domestic dwelling

RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Utah's Game Management Area 14A (San Juan, Abajo Mtns)

Resident and migratory trophy-caliber Mule Deer & Wapiti Elk herds

Secluded property enhances hunting opportunities.

Hunting tags are highly sought-after.

High-quality Mule Deer, Wapiti Elk, Black Bear, Mountain Lion, and small game

The property qualifies for Landowner Draw tags for Elk and Deer (Contact the agent for details).

FISHING

No fishing on the property

Nearby lakes and reservoirs offer excellent fishing opportunities:

Monticello and Foy Brook & Rainbow Trout

Lloyd's Lake Rainbow Trout & Green Sunfish

Lake Powell Striped Bass, Lake Trout, Northern Pike, etc.

San Juan River Carp & Channel Catfish

OTHER RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Moab, Utah Renowned for hiking, jeeping, photography tours, and expeditions

The Hideout Golf Club One of Utah's top-rated golf courses

Skiing across the border in Colorado

Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling in the Abajo Mountains

Anasazi Indian Ruins Explore Butler Wash or Mule Canyon sites.

LOCATION

Dove Creek, CO (35 minutes) Gas, groceries, supplies, hospital, restaurants

Blanding, UT (30 minutes) Municipal airport & shopping locations

Cortez, CO (1 hour) Municipal airport & shopping locations

Monticello, UT (30 minutes) Groceries, auto parts, hardware, convenience stores

Moab, UT (1 hour) Flights via Delta, United, American, Contour, and Breeze Airlines to Salt Lake City, Phoenix, and Denver (Canyonlands Regional Airport - CNY)

Salt Lake City, UT & Albuquerque, NM (5 hours) International airports

Durango Mountain Ski Resort (2.25 hours)

Dunton Hot Springs (2.25 hours)