DESPAIN RANCH - HEBER, ARIZONA
18,441± Acres | 3,099.66± Deeded | Spanning 28± miles, Working Cattle Operation | Well Water Infrastructure | Hunting Unit 4B | Borders National Forest |elevation 6500 ft|
Located in the high country of Heber, Arizona--within Navajo County and just north of the Mogollon Rim--Despain Ranch is a financeable working cattle operation encompassing approximately 18,441± total acres (3,099.66± deeded) Grazing Leases State, BLM, and Private. Leases will be provided to qualified buyers. Sellers history 150± cow/calf. Alternative energy lease currently in place on deeded land. Ranch water infrastructure includes 2 wells, 11 dirt stock tanks, and natural drainage, along with corrals and historic working facilities. Situated at approximately 6,500 feet elevation, the ranch benefits four mild seasons, moderate winters, and reduced supplemental feeding requirements making it a cost-conscious and highly functional operation. Bordering the Sitgreaves National Forest, this property offers both operational strength.
Beyond its operational strength, Despain Ranch is set within one of Northern Arizona's most scenic and recreation-rich regions. Expansive views stretch across Chevelon Canyon, rolling arroyos, and the dramatic landscapes of the Mogollon Rim, creating a true high-country experience. The ranch offers direct access to thousands of additional acres surrounding the Sitgreaves National Forest, ideal for horseback riding, hunting, and exploring. Wildlife is abundant, including Rocky Mountain elk, pronghorn antelope, mule and whitetail deer, black bear, wild turkey, and mountain lion within Arizona's premier Hunting Unit 4B. For outdoor enthusiasts, Chevelon Canyon Lake--just 10± miles away--provides secluded, walk-in access to exceptional trout fishing, while nearby Fool Hollow Lake offers additional year-round recreation. Despite its privacy, the ranch remains conveniently located approximately 1± hour from Petrified Forest National Park and about 3± hours from both the Grand Canyon and Phoenix, providing access to world-class destinations, dining, and international travel.