Julie Piland – Western Colorado Land & Lifestyle Expert | Accredited Land Consultant| United Country Real Colorado Properties
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$90,000
MLS: 05071-260084
2.74 Acres
Own a piece of Western Colorado where investment potential meets mountain lifestyle in this 2.74 acre parcel near the historic town of Collbran. This sloping acreage offers natural terrain dotted with cedar trees and a potential building site ready for your vision—whether you're planning a mountain home, cabin retreat, or long-term land investment. Positioned in a highly desirable recreation corridor, this property places you at the doorstep of Colorado’s outdoor playground. Enjoy close proximity to Grand Mesa—the largest flattop mountain in the world—along with nearby Powderhorn Mountain Resort and Vega State Park for year-round recreation including skiing, fishing, hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Located within a known Colorado hunting region, this area offers access to abundant game and public lands, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and sportsmen. The property borders Kimball Creek Road leading to nearby public land access. A town of Collbran water tap is available, with the possibility for a well permit (buyer to verify), giving flexibility for future development. Experience the charm of small-town living with an authentic Old West feel, local rodeo grounds nearby, and a welcoming rural community atmosphere. Yet, you’re still within a scenic drive along Highways 330 and 65 to the I-70 corridor, connecting you to Grand Junction and other major Western Colorado destinations for shopping, dining, and services. Whether you're seeking a future homesite, seasonal getaway, or land investment in a high-demand recreation area, this Western Colorado acreage delivers location, lifestyle, and opportunity. Step into the quiet, the views, and the freedom of Western Colorado land—where your vision meets the mountain horizon.
Collbran is the hub of the wheel leading to all aspects of recreation and community activities and business. Travel Highways 65 and 330 during all seasons for all activities--fishing, hunting, hiking, skiing, jeeping, snowmobiling, boating, camping, rodeos, biking-- and lead to Grand Mesa, aka the largest flattop mountain in the world, Vega State Park, Powderhorn Ski Resort, hunting districts and public land access. The surrounding mountain ranges offer recreational features for all interests--a local ski resort, a bikers trail course, rodeo grounds, and lodges for outdoor enthusiasts. Grand Mesa has over 300 lakes with fishing and boating, campgrounds and lodges, hunting districts, hiking trails, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and more. Vega State Park is known for fishing, boating, camping, hiking and Vega Lodge and cabin rentals. Public lands covered in forests of aspen and pine trees are utilized for four wheeling, hunting, hiking and more. Rodeos are conducted throughout the summer from professional competition to junior rodeos and gymkhanas. No matter what your interest, bring a camera and capture the serenity and beauty of the area. A short drive from the I70 corridor and major towns.
History is alive with homestead ranches and generational ranching families in the Plateau Valley area. The historic western town of Collbran offers services and events throughout the year. Highway 330 is the main throughway with local and tourist traffic. Collbran is a historical town with some of the original structures founded in 1908. Many of these buildings present an old time western front along with modern building to house the businesses-- a bank, grocery store, post office, restaurants, a fitness center, library, gift shops, motels, auditorium, churches, hardware store, police and fire department, realty office, a weed control service, Forest Service, a feed and supply store, automotive store, schools, medical and emergency clinic, vet services, therapy center and diner that offer additional services for the communities. 4H and FFA and school events are supported with commitment and enthusiasm from everyone. Area activities include Collbran Heritage Days, Cowboy Christmas, rodeos, and occasional cattle drive through town and country roads. The Mesa community offers restaurants, a community center, salon, churches, PO, RV Park with a C-store and cabin rentals, local produce market, fire department, and friendly residents. A short scenic drive along hwys 330 and 65 to I70 takes you to Grand Junction with adjoining towns of Palisade, Clifton, Grand Junction, and Fruita that span several miles along I70 with major shopping, colleges, schools, hospitals, regional airport, and more amenities for residential and business needs. Stop at any one of the museums or visitor centers to learn more about the history and what the region has to offer. The area is known for its mild winters, sunny days, and all year recreation from the high desert to the nearby mountaintops.
The Western Slope of Colorado offers a variety of recreation for all interests and ages. Nearby highway 65, aka as the scenic byway over Grand Mesa, is the world’s largest flattop mountain. With over 300 lakes, Grand Mesa offers fishing and boating, campgrounds, and lodges, hunting districts, hiking, ATV, and biking trails, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling. Birdwatching and wildlife viewing provide photographic opportunities for professional or amateur photographer. Powderhorn Ski Resort offers winter and summer activities. Enjoy all skill levels on the slopes with skiing, snowboarding in the winter and biking, hiking trails in the summer. A lodge, condos, restaurant, and other attractions add to the resort fun. Travel Highway 330 to Collbran and the Vega State Park. Enjoy year-round recreational activities. Camping sites, hiking trails and mountain ranges surround Vega Reservoir offering fishing and boating, or a chance to view and relax along the shore of rippling clear mountain waters behind the Vega dam. Vega Lodge offers cabin rentals, restaurant, and much more. Highway 65 winds through the scenic Plateau Canyon to access I70 and the high deserts surrounding Grand Junction and adjoining communities known for hiking and biking trails, dinosaur digs, sports events, seasonal festivals, golf courses and country clubs, and farmer’s markets. Find challenges with the popular wheeling on the Jeep trails in the area. The Colorado National Monument is a landmark with a rimrock drive to explore rock formations, wildlife, horticulture, and bird watching. Orchards, farm grounds spread across the valley with adjoining towns of Palisade, Fruita, Clifton, Orchard Mesa, and Fruitvale. Cowboy and early settler history abound with tales and true experiences whether in the mind or fact abound on the Western Slope of Colorado.
Julie Piland