Introduction
Story Mountain Ranch is truly a rare find. Over 200 acres of deeded land on the Eastern slope of the Big Horn Mountains with unmatched views of the entirety of Sheridan, County. Jenkins Creek runs through the heart of the property creating a trout laden pond, diverse habitat, and fields of dreams.
Lay of the Land
Wild plum and aspen groves accent the rolling terrain that are home to elk, black bear, game birds, antelope, mule deer, and countless white-tail deer. The property holds approximately 214 deeded acres includes a grazing lease on an additional 320+/- acres of the adjacent 1,000 acres of State Land. This bordering public land allows direct access to the coveted Piney Creek.
Trout Pond and Gravity Flow Irrigation
Kearney Reservoir water gravity feeds the cascading irrigation high pressure sprinklers that can be managed with the touch of your phone. Sale includes 13 Class A Kearney Reservoir shares as well as 13 Class B Kearney Reservoir shares which are delivered via the Prairie Dog Ditch. Water right documents are available upon request and will transfer to Buyers at closing.
Orchards and Aspen Groves
Numerous springs and stretches of irrigation ditches add to the lush landscape that features apple orchards and game foodplots. Story Mountain Ranch is a blank canvas for the next owner to build an estate that would rival any in northeast Wyoming.
Location, Location, Location
Situated adjacent to the mountain community of Story, the ranch is served by a DOT approved residential approach off highway 193 with convenient access to Sheridan and a short UTV ride into the town of Story. Proximity to the Big Horn Equestrian Center, the Powder Horn Golf Community, and the Penrose Trail makes its location at the top of anyone's list in the Rocky Mountain West.