12,698 Acres in Mountainair, NM - $12,202,300

Set amidst the sweeping vistas of Central New Mexico, LetItRide Ranch spans an impressive 12,698 acres of deeded and state-leased land. Located just 7 miles southeast of Mountainair with paved access via State Highway 55, this turn-key ranch offers a rare blend of natural beauty, high-quality improvements, and tremendous potential for livestock production, hunting, and recreation.

Whether you're seeking a legacy ranch, premier hunting destination, or productive cattle operation, LetItRide Ranch delivers.

Property Highlights

• Total Acreage: 12,698 acres (11,093 Deeded Acres • 1,605 NM State Lease Acres)

• Topography: Rolling high plains with mountain views

• Vegetation: Piñon-juniper canopy with native grasses & chamiza

• Water: 5 wells, 20+ drinkers, multiple earth tanks & wallows

• Wildlife: Trophy elk, mule deer, antelope, mountain lion, quail

• Improvements: Ranch HQ, home, horse barn, HQTS arena/shipping pens, workshop, main shipping pens with hydraulic chute and scales

• Access: Paved road frontage off NM State Hwy 55

• Price: $12,202,300 • $1,100/deeded acre

Land • Vegetation

Ranging from approximately 6,540 to 6,774 feet in elevation, the terrain includes rolling meadows, piñon- and juniper-covered ridges, and sweeping views of the Manzano and Gallinas Mountains.

Vegetation is a mix of productive native grasses—blue, black, and side-oats grama, western wheatgrass and an outstanding stand of Fourwing saltbush (chamiza), which provides exceptional winter forage for both livestock and wildlife. Tree canopy covers roughly 70% of the property, offering shelter and habitat diversity.

Ranch Operations

LetItRide Ranch has been carefully managed with a commitment to sustainability and stewardship. The current grazing program rotates a limited herd of cows, calves, and bulls across multiple pastures, ensuring healthy forage availability and soil health.

Livestock Features:

• Certified scales and hydraulic squeeze chute

• Wood and continuous pipe cattle pens with railroad tie reinforcements

• Range pens located east of main shipping pens

• Hay/feed barn and equipment shed at a central hub in the north-central part of the ranch

Wildlife & Recreational Opportunities

LetItRide Ranch is a hunter’s paradise with well-managed herds showcasing remarkable trophy potential. The ranch is within New Mexico Game Management Unit 38 and features a variety of habitats supporting game year-round.

Wildlife Highlights:

• Elk: Trophy bulls, frequent wallows, unlimited ES tags via EPLUS

• Mule Deer: Consistently producing 170+ B&C class bucks

• Antelope: Thriving population, particularly on eastern pastures

• Other Game: Mountain lion, blue quail, raptors, and waterfowl

Five wildlife feed stations supplement forage, enhancing trophy development and viewing opportunities. Private landowners retain full control over hunting access, season timing, and harvest limits.

Ranch Headquarters Improvements

Behind a keypad-controlled entrance off State Road 55 lies the well-equipped ranch headquarters:

Owner’s Residence:

• Built in 1999 | ~2,500 sq ft

• 4 bedrooms | 2 full baths

• Central heating & refrigerated air

• Remodeled in 2024

Horse Barn:

• ~2,600 sq ft with 6 stalls and exterior runs

• Freeze-free drinkers | Drive-through roll-up doors

• Space for tack room expansion and feed storage

• Covered hay/equipment storage in rear

Arena:

• 150 x 240 pipe arena with roping chutes, alleys, and squeeze gate

Workshop:

• 1,600 sq ft with concrete floor and electricity

• Includes walk-in cooler for game/meat storage

Other Features:

• Gravel base around HQ for low maintenance

• Natural xeriscape landscaping

• Public electric, private well, septic, and propane

• Strong cellular and landline service throughout

Infrastructure • Water Assets

Fencing:

• 5-strand barbed wire on steel or cedar posts

• 15 heavy-duty cattle guards throughout

Water Improvements:

• Wells: 3 electric, 2 solar, deepest at 700 feet

• Above-Ground Water Storage: 4 in service, 1 under repair

• Drinkers: 20+ via underground pipeline

• Pipelines: Mostly PVC, some poly; all 1-inch lines

• Tanks: Multiple earth tanks and overflow wallows

• Water Quality: Excellent for livestock, wildlife, and domestic use

Roads:

• Maintained dirt roads and unimproved two-track trails throughout

Location • Lifestyle

LetItRide Ranch sits in the heart of Torrance County, New Mexico—one of the state’s best-kept secrets for ranching, recreation, and access to public lands.

• Mountainair (7 mi): Services, schools, and gateway to the Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument

• Albuquerque (~1.5 hrs): Full services, hospitals, higher education, and international airport

• Recreation: Hiking, camping, and hunting in Cibola National Forest, Gran Quivira ruins, and more

Torrance County Climate:

• January Avg High/Low: 42°F / 24°F

• June Avg High/Low: 85°F / 59°F

• Rainfall: 14" • Snowfall: 23"

• Sunshine Days: 278 annually

Price Terms

Offered at: $12,202,300 • $1,100 per deeded acre
Includes: All owned mineral, water, wind, and solar energy rights
State Lease: Transfers at closing ($1,658.81 or $1.03/State Lease Acre)
2024 Property Taxes: $3,633 or $0.33 per deeded acre

Ranches of this scale and quality rarely come to market in Central New Mexico. LetItRide Ranch represents one of the most compelling legacy land opportunities in the region, offering unmatched recreational appeal, long-term investment value, and operational readiness.

Contact Information
For more information or to schedule a private showing, please contact:

Jim Welles – (505) 967-6562
Dwain Nunez – (505) 263-7868