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93.02 Acres Lot
$ 225,000
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93.02 Acres Lot
Key Details
Property Type Vacant Land
Sub Type Mining Claim
Listing Status Contingent
Purchase Type For Sale
MLS Listing ID 835360
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 93.017 Acres
Acres 93.017
Property Sub-Type Mining Claim
Property Description
Rare and extraordinary, this 93-acre mountain property offers an unmatched combination of natural grandeur and deep historic character in one of Colorado's most storied alpine landscapes. Situated in the upper Animas River corridor just south of the legendary ghost town of Animas Forks and a short drive north of the historic mining town of Silverton, this is a true legacy holding that seldom reaches the open market. This parcel sits at the heart of one of Colorado's most celebrated mining frontiers. Animas Forks once thrived as a high-altitude hub for the booming silver and gold operations that defined the San Juan Mountains in the late 1800s, and this property is a living piece of that heritage. The same rugged determination that built Silverton into a regional hub and drove prospectors to the uppermost reaches of the Animas corridor is etched into every acre here. A historic cabin stands on the property, originally constructed to serve the Honeysuckle Mine, offering an authentic and irreplaceable connection to the miners and operations that shaped this landscape over a century ago. Whether preserved as a rustic retreat or thoughtfully reimagined, this structure is a rare artifact of Colorado's mining era, carrying a provenance that no new construction can replicate. The property spans coveted private frontage along the Animas River, where crystal-clear mountain waters rush through pristine high-country terrain. A stunning natural waterfall adds to the drama of the landscape, creating a setting as breathtaking as it is historically significant. Surrounded by the soaring peaks and wildflower-laden meadows of the upper San Juans, this property is a sanctuary for outdoor enthusiasts, historians, and those seeking solace in one of the West's most scenic high-altitude corridors. Accessible via the iconic Alpine Loop with Silverton's full amenities just down the valley, this is Colorado mountain living at its most authentic and awe-inspiring.
Location
State CO
County San Juan
Rooms
Dining Room No
Exterior
Waterfront Description River/Stream
View Mountains, Stream/River, Valley
Schools
Elementary Schools Silverton K-5
Middle Schools Silverton 6-8
High Schools Silverton 9-12
Listed by Keller Williams Realty Southwest Associates, LLC
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