the four corners area
Local terrain is mostly pinon / juniper and sage forest, situated at an average elevation of 7,000 feet, largely surrounded by Bureau of Land Management and state property. Wildlife abounds, including deer, elk, wild turkey, eagles, coyote, black bear, bobcat, red & grey foxes and mountain lion. The area is characterized by spectacular views of the San Juan Mountains, Mesa Verde’s Point Lookout, Sleeping Ute Mountain and Utah’s Abajo Range. The close proximity to area attractions such as Mesa Verde National Park, Ute Mountain Tribal Park, Hovenweep National Monument, Crow Canyon Archaeological Center, and Canyon of the Ancients – as well as the towns of Durango, Mancos, Cortez, Dolores, Telluride, Ouray and Silverton – make this community an excellent investment location, characterized by sunny, temperate weather, a wide variety of recreational choices and a friendly western ambiance.