83 Bear Valley Road, Pinehill, NM 87321 - Cibola County

Bear Valley Ranch spans 231.95 acres in Cibola County, NM. With road frontage, two wells, multiple power access points, and BLM and tribal land access, it's a prime opportunity for hunters, developers, or investors. Featuring a mix of pion-juniper, grassland and ponderosas over shallow canyons and gently rolling hills, this versatile property is ready for residential, recreational, or business use.

Land

Bear Valley Ranch spans 231.95 contiguous acres in Cibola County, NM, featuring a diverse landscape suited for various uses. The property sits at an elevation of 7,3007,500 feet and consists of gently rolling hills, shallow canyons, and open meadows. Soils vary across the property, with sandy and loamy textures supporting a mix of pion-juniper woodlands, ponderosa pines, and native grasslands.

The largest portion of the ranch is strategically positioned between two significant tracts of public landBLM borders the west, while Navajo Trust Land borders the eastproviding expanded access for recreation and hunting. A seasonal dirt tank on the property serves as a vital water source for wildlife and livestock, enhancing the habitat for elk, deer, and other game.

Improvements

Bear Valley Ranch includes multiple structures, and essential infrastructure to support various land uses. While there are multiple homes present on the property, they are in poor condition and do not contribute to the overall value of the land.

Two wells provide reliable water access, supporting both residential and agricultural potential. Electricity is available at multiple points throughout the ranch, offering flexibility for future development. A seasonal dirt tank serves as an additional water source for wildlife and livestock, enhancing the property’s natural appeal for hunting and ranching.

The ranch also features traditional Navajo Hogans and a sweat lodge, reflecting the area’s deep cultural heritage.

With road frontage on Candy Kitchen Road and Bear Valley Road, along with its existing water and power infrastructure, Bear Valley Ranch is well-positioned for future improvements to suit a range of uses, from hunting and recreation to residential or business development.

Recreation

Bear Valley Ranch is located in GMU 12, which is renowned for its elk herd and mild terrain. With its dirt tank, grazing, and strategic location between multiple year-round water sources, Bear Valley Ranch has a strong elk presence. By registering the ranch through the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish’s Elk Private Land Usage System (ePLUS), the landowner may be able to obtain elk hunting tags as a Small Contributing Ranch.**

Lower densities of deer, turkey, antelope, and predators are also in the area, and provide OTC hunting opportunities for the ranch owner who registers the ranch through NMDGF. Simple improvements such as the addition of food plots, feeders, and additional dirt tanks or drinkers could increase the huntability of an already impressively populated ranch!

Fishing is available in many locations throughout the local area, as are hiking and mountain biking.

Winter sports such as skiing and snowshoeing are available in less than 4 hours of drive time at Santa Fe Ski Area and Pajarito Mountain, and Durango Mountain Resort can be reached in 4 hours 30 mins.

The El Morro and El Malpais National Monunments are both less than an hour from the ranch, and provide year-round hiking and exploration for visitors. El Morro National Monument is a certified dark sky location and both parks provide visitors with incredible views of the Milky Way on a clear night.

**Hayden Outdoors makes no guarantee that the new landowner will receive Landowner tags through the ePLUS program, but may assist in the application and/or provide recommendations of improvements to increase chances.

Region & Climate

Pinehill, New Mexico, experiences a semi-arid climate with notable seasonal variations.

Temperature:

Summer: In July, the average high temperature is approximately 85F.

Winter: January sees average low temperatures around 16F.

Precipitation:

Annual Rainfall: Ramah receives about 14 inches of rain per year.

Annual Snowfall: The area averages 37 inches of snow annually.

Sunshine:

Sunny Days: On average, there are 278 sunny days per year in Pinehill.

Location

The nearest full service airport is the Albuquerque International Sunport at 2 hrs 15 mins.

Shopping, dining, and groceries are available in Gallup and Grants NM, which are both approximately 1 hr 15 mins from the ranch.

Drive times to other notable locations:

Santa Fe, NM 3 hours

Flagstaff, AZ 3 hours 45 mins

Durango, CO 4 hours

Scottsdale, AZ 5 hours 30 mins