bear Paw Springs Ranch

A rare National Forest inholding located within the Gunnison National Forest, Bear Paw Springs Ranch is the ultimate private retreat. This 61+ acre parcel is the last privately-owned parcel before the West Elk Wilderness Area. Set high on a mesa bench commanding spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains, the ranch features lush hayfields irrigated from spring-fed streams cascading from the surrounding mountains. If you don’t like to mess with neighbors- this is your place! It is completely surrounded by the 1.4 million-acre Gunnison National Forest with no homeowner’s association, and no deed restrictions. 

Privacy, wildlife, and gorgeous views are Bear Paw’s best features. Other than an occasional plane passing over the only sounds are the ones you and the other animals make. The view is great all day but the last couple hours are a real show as the light changes every few minutes until dark. You can see literally thousands of acres from the front porch and there is not and will never be another roof-top in sight.

The magnificent 2-story, 4-bedroom log residence is encircled by a large redwood deck with built in grill, landscaped lawns, mature pine trees, and overlooks a 3-bedroom log guest house, beautiful log horse barn and caretakers house.

Built in 1980, this exceptional two-story log home contains over 3,000 square feet of living area with oak flooring and peeled log walls throughout. The seven-room home features four spacious bedrooms, two baths, and a 675 sq. ft. wraparound redwood deck with massive rock planters and built in propane gas grill.

A two-story moss rock fireplace highlights the first floor, with a cozy living room that evokes warmth and charm of the Old West. Adjoining the dining room is a fully equipped kitchen designed to accommodate large gatherings. The Master bedroom features a moss rock fireplace and sliding glass doors opening to a porch. Completing the first level is another full bedroom and full bath. Dormer windows and skylights add light and warmth to the second floor, which has two bedrooms and one full bath.