The Reservation Ranch is on the market for the first time in over 150 years. This 1,668-acre working dairy ranch provides a multitude of opportunities the ranch can go in. The new owners can continue to run it as a dairy ranch, run as a cattle ranch, grow pasture, plant and grow Easter Lilies, create an organic producing ranch, or even a hunting and/or fishing club, all providing excellent income opportunities. The historical ranch features three miles of river frontage of the incredible Smith River, which is known as ''California's last wild river'' with trophy salmon and steelhead weighing over 20 lbs. Not only do you enjoy California's best salmon and steelhead fishing, but the exquisite surrounding scenery of giant redwoods and diverse wildlife. There are excellent water rights and 3 wells. Abundant water, a comfortable climate, and healthy annual rainfall produce year-round vibrant green pastures.
The ranch is home to an abundance of wildlife, including Roosevelt elk, deer, ducks, and geese. Several sloughs create a vibrant estuary ecosystem. This is a true sportsmen's paradise! Reservation Ranch is truly a multi-dimensional property. Offering an established dairy operation, room to expand into a variety of interests, and in a location that's beyond compare.
The current owners have enjoyed the ranch for more than 6 generations, creating local jobs, protecting wildlife, and making memories for to last lifetimes for those lucky enough to experience it. It is time for a new steward; choose your legacy that will last for the next generations to come.
Water:
Three miles of incredible Smith River frontage
Smith River: known as California's "last wild river" with outstanding fishing
Excellent water rights and climate for year-round green pastures
Main riparian water pump from Smith River plus three wells
Good preventative dyke system built in the 1960s
Irrigation:
Roughly 1/3 irrigated by wheel lines and the other 2/3 via hand lines
Excellent soil: Class 5, 4, & 1
Cattle/Dairy:
580 Dairy (Holstein / Jersey cross) cows- contract with Rumiano Cheese Co.
Plus 100 dry cows all supported by 1,300-acres of irrigated pasture
Plantings:
80-100 acres leased annually for the production of Easter Lily bulbs
Recreation:
Roosevelt elk, deer, ducks, geese
Great duck and goose hunting
Incredible Fishing on Smith River
Large trophy Salmon and Steelhead over 20 lbs
Famous fishing hole on the mouth of the Smith River
Several sloughs with a vibrant estuary ecosystem
Plenty of trails in the area for coastal views, spotting wildlife, and various plant species
Improvements:
Massive metal shop / covered grain bins (features an office & mechanic pit)
Four large feeding barns, a large calving barn, and a milking barn with 16 stalls
Bottling Plant/ Dock
Three homes
Bunkhouse for hired hands
Trailer park next to Smith River currently used to house employees
Three above ground fuel tanks (gas & diesel)
