State Highway 357
Dulce, NM 87528
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,800 sqft (on 283 acres)
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,800 sqft
(on 283 acres)
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Description
At the Top of the World, Just 1.5 Miles from Colorado
Some ranches sell land. This one sells a life. Positioned just 1.5 miles from the Colorado state line in the high country of Rio Arriba County, the Lumberton Valley Ranch commands some of the great scenery of the American Southwest — sweeping, unobstructed views of the Archuleta Mesa and the Lumberton Valley unfold in every direction, framed by the ancient ridgelines of the San Juan Mountains. This is the kind of vista that makes you stop talking.
At A±283 acres, this fully equipped mountain ranch sits at the convergence of two states, two legendary hunting units, and a lifetime's worth of outdoor adventure — all within a short drive of the region's finest destinations.
A Location That Opens the Map
Few properties in northern New Mexico offer this kind of access. You are positioned at the center of one of the most recreation-rich corridors in the West:
Chama, NM — ~25 minutes south — home to the world-famous Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, blue-ribbon trout fishing on the Rio Chama, and the gateway to the Carson National Forest
Pagosa Springs, CO — ~45 minutes north — renowned for natural hot springs, world-class skiing at Wolf Creek, and the vast San Juan National Forest
Durango, CO — approximately 1.5 hours — a four-season mountain hub with top-tier dining, shopping, fly fishing on the Animas River, and Purgatory Resort
Navajo Lake State Park — world-class kokanee salmon and striped bass fishing just over an hour away
El Vado & Heron Lakes — scenic state parks offering camping, hiking, and trout fishing within easy reach
Wolf Creek Ski Area — one of Colorado's snowiest resorts, within a day-trip distance for winter recreation
Whether you're riding horses through the mesa country, snowmobiling Cumbres Pass in winter, or rafting the Rio Chama in spring, the recreation surrounding this property is virtually limitless.
The Improvements
The infrastructure on this ranch was built to last and built for living — not just visiting.
2,800 sq ft two-story log cabin — off-grid with solar power, offering true self-sufficiency while power lines run along the property for future connectivity. Solid construction, mountain character, and all-season livability
60x40 shop — an exceptional working facility suited for equipment storage, mechanical work, or any number of ranch and hobby operations
Horse barn with hay loft — ready to support an equestrian operation, with storage built in from the ground up
Greenhouse and fruit trees — a rare amenity at elevation, ideal for extending the growing season and producing right on the land
7 dirt tanks — strategically placed water sources that anchor wildlife to the property year-round and support livestock through the dry months
Abundant Wildlife
This ranch sits in the heart of northern New Mexico's most coveted big game country, where genetics run deep and bulls grow wide. The property comes with a coveted 1 mature bull elk tag — a landowner benefit that alone commands significant value in a region where public draw odds are increasingly competitive.
Trophy mule deer are a regular presence on the property, benefiting from the terrain diversity and reliable water sources the 7 dirt tanks provide. Adjacent to the Jicarilla Apache Nation — one of the most storied and strictly managed trophy mule deer destinations on earth — this ranch occupies prime real estate along natural migration corridors that channel big game through the property season after season.
Black bear, mountain lion, wild turkey, and blue grouse round out an already impressive wildlife roster.
The History Beneath Your Feet
The Lumberton corridor has been traveled and revered for centuries. The Jicarilla Apache people called this mountain country home long before the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad laid iron through the valley in 1882, opening the region to the world. Spanish land grant heritage and early Franciscan missions left their mark on every canyon and village from here to Chama. Owning land in this region means standing on ground that has carried the weight of history for generations.
The Bottom Line
At $1,800,000, the Archuleta Mesa Ranch offers a rare combination that the market simply does not produce often: a fully improved, off-grid capable mountain compound with trophy hunting rights, seven water features, equestrian infrastructure, and jaw-dropping views — all straddling the Colorado border at the center of the West's finest four-season recreation corridor.
Properties like this do not wait.
Contact us today to schedule a private tour.
Some ranches sell land. This one sells a life. Positioned just 1.5 miles from the Colorado state line in the high country of Rio Arriba County, the Lumberton Valley Ranch commands some of the great scenery of the American Southwest — sweeping, unobstructed views of the Archuleta Mesa and the Lumberton Valley unfold in every direction, framed by the ancient ridgelines of the San Juan Mountains. This is the kind of vista that makes you stop talking.
At A±283 acres, this fully equipped mountain ranch sits at the convergence of two states, two legendary hunting units, and a lifetime's worth of outdoor adventure — all within a short drive of the region's finest destinations.
A Location That Opens the Map
Few properties in northern New Mexico offer this kind of access. You are positioned at the center of one of the most recreation-rich corridors in the West:
Chama, NM — ~25 minutes south — home to the world-famous Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, blue-ribbon trout fishing on the Rio Chama, and the gateway to the Carson National Forest
Pagosa Springs, CO — ~45 minutes north — renowned for natural hot springs, world-class skiing at Wolf Creek, and the vast San Juan National Forest
Durango, CO — approximately 1.5 hours — a four-season mountain hub with top-tier dining, shopping, fly fishing on the Animas River, and Purgatory Resort
Navajo Lake State Park — world-class kokanee salmon and striped bass fishing just over an hour away
El Vado & Heron Lakes — scenic state parks offering camping, hiking, and trout fishing within easy reach
Wolf Creek Ski Area — one of Colorado's snowiest resorts, within a day-trip distance for winter recreation
Whether you're riding horses through the mesa country, snowmobiling Cumbres Pass in winter, or rafting the Rio Chama in spring, the recreation surrounding this property is virtually limitless.
The Improvements
The infrastructure on this ranch was built to last and built for living — not just visiting.
2,800 sq ft two-story log cabin — off-grid with solar power, offering true self-sufficiency while power lines run along the property for future connectivity. Solid construction, mountain character, and all-season livability
60x40 shop — an exceptional working facility suited for equipment storage, mechanical work, or any number of ranch and hobby operations
Horse barn with hay loft — ready to support an equestrian operation, with storage built in from the ground up
Greenhouse and fruit trees — a rare amenity at elevation, ideal for extending the growing season and producing right on the land
7 dirt tanks — strategically placed water sources that anchor wildlife to the property year-round and support livestock through the dry months
Abundant Wildlife
This ranch sits in the heart of northern New Mexico's most coveted big game country, where genetics run deep and bulls grow wide. The property comes with a coveted 1 mature bull elk tag — a landowner benefit that alone commands significant value in a region where public draw odds are increasingly competitive.
Trophy mule deer are a regular presence on the property, benefiting from the terrain diversity and reliable water sources the 7 dirt tanks provide. Adjacent to the Jicarilla Apache Nation — one of the most storied and strictly managed trophy mule deer destinations on earth — this ranch occupies prime real estate along natural migration corridors that channel big game through the property season after season.
Black bear, mountain lion, wild turkey, and blue grouse round out an already impressive wildlife roster.
The History Beneath Your Feet
The Lumberton corridor has been traveled and revered for centuries. The Jicarilla Apache people called this mountain country home long before the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad laid iron through the valley in 1882, opening the region to the world. Spanish land grant heritage and early Franciscan missions left their mark on every canyon and village from here to Chama. Owning land in this region means standing on ground that has carried the weight of history for generations.
The Bottom Line
At $1,800,000, the Archuleta Mesa Ranch offers a rare combination that the market simply does not produce often: a fully improved, off-grid capable mountain compound with trophy hunting rights, seven water features, equestrian infrastructure, and jaw-dropping views — all straddling the Colorado border at the center of the West's finest four-season recreation corridor.
Properties like this do not wait.
Contact us today to schedule a private tour.
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Price/Sqft
$643
Listed
Less than a day ago
Home Details for State Highway 357
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Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia |
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Price Price Per Sqft: $643 |
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Listing Agent MLS/Source ID: 111146 |
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Lot Area: 0.01 Acres |
Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Bobby Duran
Beaverhead Ranch Group, (505) 328-2530
Source: REALSTACK, MLS#111146
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Price History for State Highway 357
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 06/29/2026 | $1,800,000 | Listed For Sale | REALSTACK #111146 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for State Highway 357.
- Dulce Elementary School
- PK-5
- Public
- 264 Students
8/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average
No reviews available for this school. - Dulce High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 160 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageDulce's Superintendent needs to go along with the board Members The re is no hope for our children with these indivuduals. Board members are only here to insure jobs for their families and the Superintendent is here only for the moneyParent Review13y ago - Dulce Middle School
- 6-8
- Public
- 130 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. 
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What Locals Say about Dulce
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100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say kids play outside
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say it's quiet
100 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
83 % Say neighbors are friendly
67 % Say parking is easy
50 % Say there's wildlife
50 % Say there's holiday spirit
50 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
33 % Say it's dog friendly
33 % Say there are community events
33 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
33 % Say there are sidewalks
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State Highway 357, Dulce, NM 87528 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,800 sqft single-family home. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by REALSTACK on Jun 29, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 111146.