Broken Bar W Ranch TETON VALLEY, IDAHO Hunting Ranching Fly Fishing Conservation
Broken Bar W Ranch TETON VALLEY, IDAHO Introduction: The Broken Bar W Ranch is located in Driggs, Idaho, the county seat of Teton County. Driggs offers amenities including restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, golf, private air service, and access to downhill skiing at Grand Targhee Ski and Summer Resort. The resort town of Jackson Hole lies 35 minutes to the east and offers commercial air service and endless all season recreation and countless cultural amenities. The Broken Bar W Ranch is 140 deeded acres, which are comprised mainly of meadow with riparian areas along the river. Dick Creek meanders on and off the property for ¾ mile along with ¼ of the Teton River. Trophy-size cutthroat trout and rainbow trout as well as the occasional brook trout inhabit this famous fishery. There are several areas that would make fabulous homesites that afford the owner 360-degree views, including the rugged and picturesque Tetons to the east. Bordered on two sides by conservation easement parcels, the ranch is sure to have privacy and view protection. The Teton River corridor hosts a plethora of waterfowl and big game animals with the most frequent visitors being of the feathered variety. Ducks, geese, swans, herons, sandhill cranes and numerous species of songbirds call the Broken Bar W Ranch home. Matt MacMillan Listing Broker Toll Free: 866.734.6100 Office: 208.354.6002
Location: The Broken Bar W Ranch is located in Teton County, Idaho, on the quiet western side of the famous Teton Mountain Range. This area is referred to as Teton Valley and is comprised of the small mountain towns of Victor, Driggs and Tetonia. The Broken Bar W Ranch is located in Driggs, the county seat and largest of the three towns. Driggs offers all the services one needs including restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, golf, private air service, and access to downhill skiing at Grand Targhee Ski and Summer Resort. The resort town of Jackson Hole lies 35 minutes to the east and offers commercial air service and endless all season recreation and countless cultural amenities. Idaho Falls, the closest large city, is an hour drive from the ranch and hosts all major conveniences including commercial air service. The ranch s location is ideal for the outdoor enthusiast. Whether hunting or fishing the property itself or recreating on the thousands of acres of National Forest land which surround the Teton Basin, the recreational opportunities could not be more abundant. Fishing opportunities are literally out the front door on the meandering meadow stream, the Teton River. For more varied fishing opportunities, world class streams are within an hours drive of the property, including the South Fork of the Snake, Snake River, Henry s Fork, Fall River, and countless small streams and tributaries. World famous rivers such as the Madison, the Green & the New Fork are also located close enough for day trips from the ranch.
Acreage: The Broken Bar W Ranch is 140 deeded acres, which are comprised mainly of meadow with riparian areas along the river and Dick Creek, which meanders on and off the ranch on the northern boundary of the property. The property has been used for grazing during the past several years, however removing cattle from the property may result in the return of aspen trees, currently found on adjacent properties. There are several areas which would make fabulous homesites that afford the owner 360 degree views, including the rugged and picturesque Tetons to the east. On the western side of the property lies the Teton River providing high quality fishing for native cutthroat trout and exceptional waterfowl hunting and bird watching. The ranch is fortunate to be bordered by conservation easement parcels on the northern and western sides. Since neither bordering property could be developed, the ranch is sure to have privacy and view protection, further enhancing value on the Broken Bar W.
Live Water: The Teton River runs on the western side of the property for approximately ¼ mile. Trophy size cutthroat trout and rainbow trout as well as the occasional brook trout inhabit this famous fishery. With rolling meadows meeting majestic mountain vistas in all directions, the Teton River is understandably referred to in the Idaho Fly Fishing Guide as the most scenic trout stream in North America. The long glides of the meandering meadow stream with still pools and overhanging banks create the perfect condition to stalk for rising trout. The Teton is graced with abundant hatches of mayflies, stoneflies, caddis and midges while terrestrial patterns also work quite well in the late summer months. Broken Bar W is positioned between the major tributary streams of Teton Creek and Darby Creek. A smaller, lesserknown stream called Dick Creek flows year-round on the property and is ripe for an enhancement project. This stream is spring fed which means it has year round flows and ice cold water - perfect conditions for growing large trout. In addition to enhancing the stream corridor, ample water rights make it possible for the incoming owner to build trophy trout waters. and increase the onsite fishing amenities.
Wildlife: Wildlife on the Broken Bar W Ranch is one of the most appealing components of this incredible property. The Teton River corridor hosts a plethora of waterfowl and big game animals with the most frequent visitors being of the feathered variety. Ducks, geese, swans, herons, Sandhill cranes and numerous species of songbirds call the Broken Bar W Ranch home. It is also not uncommon to see deer, moose and the occasional elk using the river corridor. Conservation Easement: Due to the eco-sensitive nature of this property with its riparian habitat as well as the ecological importance associated with the river corridor and adjacent conservation easement parcels, the Broken Bar W could provide substantial tax benefits to an incoming owner who places a conservation easement on the property. The Teton Valley Regional Land Trust may be consulted regarding the value of such an easement on the Broken Bar W Ranch as they would be the likely stewardship organization of this spectacular sporting property.
Recreation: In addition to the world-class fishing and hunting, Teton Valley offers ample recreational activities for the outdoor enthusiast. Throughout the surrounding area, mountain biking and hiking trails are publicly accessed in the Big Hole Mountains on the west side of the valley and in the Teton mountains on the east side of the valley. Teton Valley is quickly becoming one of the premiere mountain biking destinations in the country. Trails are maintained by the US Forest Service and volunteers organized by Teton Valley Trails and Pathways. The trails also serve as excellent horseback riding routes. During the winter months, Teton Valley Trails and Pathways maintain 4 Nordic ski courses, in addition to others found within the valley. Twelve miles to the east is Grand Targhee Ski and Summer Resort, which receives over 500 inches of light powder snow annually. Boasting terrific terrain and short lift lines, this is a downhill skier s paradise. Nordic tracks are maintained throughout the season, and in the summer these trails become the playground for mountain bikers, downhill bikers and hikers. Grand Targhee hosts a number of events throughout the summer, including the well attended annual 3-day Targhee Music Festival.
Summary In this time of rapid growth and development in the intermountain west, it is becoming increasingly rare to find a property with the great water resources of the Broken Bar W and in such close proximity to the conveniences of a growing resort community. The Broken Bar W is certain to become a treasured homesite or family retreat as the ranch enters its next course of ownership. PRICE: $1,400,000 TAXES: $549 in 2015 CONTACT: Matt MacMillan, Listing Broker Toll Free: 866.734.6100 Office: 208.354.6002 Notes: 1) This is an exclusive listing of Live Water Properties LLC; an agent of Live Water Properties must be present to conduct a showing. The owners respectfully request that other agents and/or prospective buyers contact Live Water Properties in advance to schedule a proper showing and do not attempt to tour or trespass the property on their own. Thank you. 2) Offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information provided herein is intended as a general guideline and has been provided by sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy of which we cannot guarantee. 3) Live Water Properties LLC represents the Seller as a Seller s Agent.
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