Live Water Properties is Celebrating its 25^th Anniversary

Following Record-Breaking Year

A Quarter Century of Ranch & Land Brokerage Defined by Preservation, Sales Performance, and Legacy

In 2001, Live Water Properties was founded with a clear and focused mission: to represent exceptional ranch and land properties while honoring the stewardship, heritage, and legacy they embody.

Twenty-five years later, that founding vision remains unchanged.

As Live Water Properties enters its 26th year in business in 2026, the firm is poised for record momentum following its most successful year in history. In 2025 alone, Live Water represented $529.621 million in closed and pending transactions at last asking price. Since its inception, the firm has surpassed $4+ billion in closed sales nationwide.

These numbers tell a story of scale. However, behind them lies something far more enduring: trust, stewardship, and a disciplined approach to ranch and land brokerage that has defined Live Water Properties for a quarter century.

Record-Breaking Performance in 2025

The year 2025 marked a historic milestone for Live Water Properties.

Across legacy working cattle ranches, income-producing agricultural operations, premier fly-fishing properties, conservation landscapes, and multigenerational family compounds, the firm achieved record-breaking transaction volume while maintaining its relationship-driven, high-integrity approach.

2025 By the Numbers:

• $529.621 million closed and pending at last asking price

  

• Approximately 50,000 acres sold
• 34 Sellers represented
• 48 Buyers represented

These transactions reflect more than market strength. They demonstrate national reach, deep Buyer relationships, and an evolving understanding of how ranch real estate brokerage must operate in today’s environment.

“Our record year in 2025 reflects both the strength of the land market and the trust our clients place in our team,” said John Merritt, COO & Partner. “These properties represent far more than acreage; they represent legacy, stewardship, and long-term vision. It’s a responsibility we take seriously.”

The scale of 2025 was not accidental. It was the result of 25 years of accumulated expertise, refined marketing strategy, and a growing national network of qualified Buyers seeking legacy investments.

Preserve & Enhance: The Principle Behind Every Transaction

At the core of Live Water Properties’ approach is a philosophy that has guided the firm since its founding:

Preserve & Enhance.

Ranch and land brokerage requires far more than listing property and negotiating price. Each ranch carries unique operational, ecological, and historical dimensions. Water rights, grazing capacity, wildlife habitat, conservation easements, mineral interests, fisheries management, and generational planning all influence value and long-term viability.

Preservation means understanding what makes a property irreplaceable. It means protecting productive agricultural ground, ensuring wildlife corridors remain intact, recognizing the intrinsic value of private river frontage, and guiding ownership transitions in ways that honor the land’s character.

Enhancement means positioning a property for its next chapter. That may involve strategic marketing to conservation-minded Buyers, connecting working ranches with experienced operators, advising families through succession planning, or highlighting the agricultural and recreational attributes that define long-term value.

Live Water has consistently approached transactions through the lens of preservation and enhancement. The firm’s role is not merely to transact land, but to steward its transition responsibly.

“Have you ever heard the saying you should leave something better than you found it? If you are looking to go for a win – that is buy or sell a legacy or recreational ranch, there is no better team than Live Water Properties. We believe there is a higher purpose to preserve and enhance.”, said Macye Maher, Owner and CFO

25 Years of Growth in the Ranch & Land Market

When Live Water Properties began in 2001, the ranch and land market looked very different. Digital marketing was limited. Buyer networks were often regional. Agricultural land was frequently viewed separately from recreational or sporting value. Conservation-driven ownership was growing but had not yet become central to many transactions.

Over the past quarter century, the landscape of ranch real estate brokerage has evolved dramatically.

Today’s Buyers include:

• Multigenerational families seeking legacy ranch ownership
• Agricultural investors focused on income-producing land
• Conservation-minded individuals prioritizing habitat preservation
• Recreational Buyers seeking privacy and sporting opportunity
• Investors diversifying into tangible land assets

Demand for ranches for sale in the United States now reflects a convergence of agriculture, recreation, conservation, and wealth preservation. Buyers increasingly seek properties that deliver both operational performance and long-term legacy.

Live Water Properties has evolved alongside this shift, combining traditional ranch expertise with modern, data-driven marketing strategies, national exposure, premium visual storytelling, and targeted outreach.

The record-setting 2025 performance demonstrates how 25 years of market knowledge translates into measurable results.

What Sets Ranch & Land Brokerage Apart

Ranch real estate is unlike any other asset class.

Each transaction involves layers of complexity that extend well beyond residential or commercial real estate. Agricultural production, water adjudication, federal and state grazing permits, habitat conservation, mineral rights, development potential, tax structuring, and estate planning all shape how a property must be evaluated and positioned.

Fly-fishing properties require an understanding of fisheries management and river systems. Conservation ranch sales demand knowledge of easements and long-term land stewardship. Agricultural land brokerage requires operational fluency in farming and ranching economics.

Live Water Properties has built its reputation on this depth of expertise.

The firm provides strategic guidance on valuation, marketing, operational transition, and ownership strategy. Its clients include multigenerational ranching families, institutional investors, conservation-focused Buyers, and individuals seeking meaningful long-term land ownership.

“The landscapes we represent are finite,” said Macye Maher, Owner & CFO. “Our role is to ensure they are represented with the care, strategy, and expertise they deserve. As we begin our 26th year, we remain deeply committed to our clients and the land itself.”

A National Footprint, A Relationship-Driven Model

Live Water Properties currently represents 19 states, demonstrating both geographic reach and sustained Buyer relationships.

Unlike transactional models built purely on volume, Live Water’s growth has been rooted in trust. Many clients return over decades. Buyers become Sellers. Families rely on the firm for valuation guidance long before a sale occurs.

This relationship-driven approach is particularly critical in the ranch and land sector, where ownership transitions are often generational and highly personal.

The firm’s marketing platform, which combines premium visual storytelling, targeted digital strategy, editorial positioning, and direct Buyer outreach, has evolved alongside the market. However at its core, success remains grounded in relationships and credibility.

Milestones Along the Way

Over 25 years, Live Water Properties has marked significant milestones:

• Founded in 2001, with a focused ranch brokerage vision
• Expansion beyond the Rocky Mountain West into a national footprint
• Representing major legacy ranch and conservation transactions
• Achieving $4+ billion in total closed sales
• Record-breaking performance in 2025
• Established a premium marketing platform combining cinematic film, editorial storytelling, and targeted national exposure for ranch and land properties

Each milestone reflects steady, disciplined growth rather than rapid expansion for its own sake.

Looking Ahead: The Next Chapter

As Live Water Properties enters its 25th year, the broader land market continues to be shaped by enduring fundamentals: agricultural productivity, conservation awareness, recreational demand, privacy, and long-term wealth preservation.

Land remains limited. Water remains essential. Stewardship remains critical.

The firm’s record-breaking 2025 performance provides a strong foundation for the years ahead, but the guiding philosophy remains unchanged.

“Our responsibility is larger than any single transaction,” said Alex Maher, Owner & CEO. “We are entrusted with properties that carry history, ecological value, and generational significance.”

Twenty-five years is a milestone, yet for Live Water Properties, it is also a starting point.

With national reach, deep expertise, and a steadfast commitment to land stewardship, Live Water looks toward the next quarter century prepared to continue representing exceptional ranch and land properties across the United States.

WYOMING BIG GAME HUNTING RANCHES FOR SALE

Antlers Ranch
Meeteetse, Wyoming | 16,532 Acres
Antlers Ranch encompasses approximately 40,000 controlled acres, including 16,532 deeded acres and approximately 63 miles of shared border with federal- or state-protected lands. The ranch boasts a diverse range of topography and habitats, from river bottoms to irrigated pastures and timbered alpine peaks, which are home to moose, elk, antelope, bighorn sheep, and white-tailed and mule deer. To promote the best genetics in the game animals on the ranch, the current owners have strictly managed the amount of hunting allowed. As a result, bull elk over 380”, mule deer over 190”, white-tailed deer over 170”, and antelope surpassing the minimum score for Boone and Crockett have been harvested on the ranch. Antlers Ranch has historically qualified for landowner tags in Wyoming’s Elk Game Management Units 62 and 63 (considered among the best units in the Western U.S. for trophy elk) and the Deer GMUs 116 and 118. These are non-transferable tags that can only be used by the landowner or immediate family members. Currently, there is a year-to-year hunting lease with a well-respected outfitter. Antlers Ranch is one of the few places found outside of National Parks and National Forests, where wildlife is free to move and act as they are meant to. Explore Antlers Ranch

Red Hills Ranch
Jackson Hole, Wyoming | 190 Acres
Red Hills Ranch is one of the top big game hunting ranches for sale that offers exceptional big game hunting experiences seldom seen in the Western United States. One can cross the Gros Ventre River on horseback or on foot with a bow or rifle in tow and begin pursuing bugling bull elk and rutting mule deer less than 200 yards from the back door. With access to National Forest that is difficult for public land hunters to reach, Red Hills Ranch provides a significant advantage for hunting pressured elk that love to bed in the dark timber directly behind the ranch. In 2024, the Elk Game Management Unit 82 bordering Red Hills Ranch had an impressive 34.9% harvest. Once the pack saddles are full of quartered big game following a successful hunt, one can make the short trip back to the Ranch to warm up by a wood fire and share stories from the rewarding adventure. Explore Red Hills Ranch

Pitchfork Ranch
Meeteetse, Wyoming | 96,115 Total Acres
Pitchfork Ranch offers world-class big game hunting, fishing, horseback riding, and backcountry exploration across a landscape that feels largely untouched by time. Approximately 5,000 elk winter in the region, many congregating along the river corridor that runs through the Ranch. Trophy-class bulls are a frequent sight, and hunting tags in this area are tightly controlled, enhancing both wildlife health and recreational value. Mule deer, moose, antelope, black bears, mountain lions, and wild turkeys are also abundant. The Ranch’s terrain—from rolling sagebrush hills to timbered ridges—offers an unmatched hunting experience, one that has attracted out-of-state hunters for decades, many of whom return each year and form lasting bonds with the land and community. Explore Pitchfork Ranch

Ross Plateau
Jackson Hole, Wyoming | 159 Acres
Located 11 miles south of Jackson Hole, Ross Plateau is one of Jackson’s closest big game hunting ranches for sale that offers premier big game hunting at its best. Surrounded by national forest and featuring a spring-fed pond that attracts elk, moose, deer, and waterfowl, it is a private mountain stronghold with direct access to prime habitat. Add sweeping views of the Tetons, Gros Ventre, and Wyoming Range, and you have a hard-to-beat basecamp that combines seclusion, scenery, and nonstop hunting opportunities. Explore Ross Plateau

Double J Ranch
Daniel, Wyoming | 3,430 Acres
The Double J Ranch sits in the heart of Wyoming’s top hunting country region—right in the mule deer and antelope migration corridor, where the largest land-animal migration in the lower 48 occurs each year. The property qualifies for two landowner antelope tags and is in a general mule deer zone. The highly sought-after Zone 88 is an antelope mecca and one of the most popular units in the state. Located in Deer Unit 142, the Ranch offers excellent mule deer hunting. Double J Ranch provides year-round access, proximity to Jackson Hole, and top-notch ranch improvements, all while being situated in one of the most desirable areas for antelope and mule deer in the state. Explore Double J Ranch

Bull Creek Ranch
Teton County, Wyoming | 150 Acres
Bull Creek Ranch, nestled deep in Wyoming’s Gros Ventre Mountains, is a 150-acre hunting retreat with direct access to national forest. From the lodge doorstep, hunters can glass elk and mule deer, ride horseback into the backcountry, or launch a true wilderness hunt. The Ranch lies in a vital migration corridor for both wildlife and fish, ensuring constant game activity that rivals nearby National Parks. Complete with modern off-grid systems, a striking lodge, and year-round adventure, Bull Creek Ranch combines comfort with authentic backcountry hunting in one turnkey package. Explore Bull Creek Ranch

Soaring Eagle Ranch
Ranchester, Wyoming | 287 Acres
Soaring Eagle Ranch is one of the best trophy whitetail and big game hunting ranches for sale that stretches nearly a mile along Wyoming’s Tongue River. The cottonwood-lined river corridor and fertile river bottom fields support abundant deer populations, offering exceptional early-season archery and late-season rifle hunting. Supplemental cover and water sources, including wetlands and irrigated fields, keep deer active throughout the season. With quick access to the Bighorn Mountains and the nearby National Forest, the Ranch combines prime habitat, abundant whitetail activity, and close proximity to Sheridan. Explore Soaring Eagle Ranch

Triangle C Ranch
Dubois, Wyoming | Forest Service Lease
Triangle C Ranch is a turnkey guest ranch located along the Wind River near Dubois, Wyoming, offering prime access to abundant big game in the surrounding Shoshone National Forest. These National Forest lands are home to elk, mule deer, moose, and other game, providing excellent opportunities for guided hunts or wildlife-focused experiences. With established lodging, Western-style cabins, and full operational infrastructure, Triangle C combines a successful guest ranch with the potential to expand into fall hunting adventures in one of Wyoming’s most scenic regions. Explore Triangle C Ranch

Nieslanik Ranch
Cokesville, Wyoming | 399 Acres
The Cokeville area is renowned for its excellent big game hunting, especially elk and mule deer. Thanks to its proximity to public land, hunters from Nieslanik Ranch can enjoy an extra hour of sleep and a cup of hot coffee before heading out with their packs and rifles. Located in Elk Game Management Unit 103 and Mule Deer GMU 135, the owners, family, and friends have successfully hunted both species on the BLM and National Forest lands behind the property and on the ranch’s pastures. Explore Nieslanik Ranch

Bondurant Barndominium
Bondurant, Wyoming | 11 Acres
The 5,304 sqft barndominium, which can accommodate more than two dozen people, serves as an ideal base camp to head into the adjacent Bridger-Teton National Forest on horseback or on foot in search of large bull elk and mule deer. Located directly outside the back door are Elk Game Management Unit 86 and Mule Deer GMU 153, where a mix of dark timber, meadows, and available water resources are bountiful. Explore Bondurant Barndominium

IDAHO BIG GAME HUNTING RANCHES FOR SALE

Anderson Ranch
Mountain Home, Idaho | 3,896 Acres
Anderson Ranch, located within the prestigious Idaho Unit 44, is a true wildlife stronghold. Surrounded by miles of pristine landscape with virtually no other agricultural development in the area. The Ranch is a critical habitat and haven for a wide variety of wildlife species. The property’s well-watered environment, supported by three ponds and extensive irrigation, further enhances its appeal to small and big game species alike. Resident herds of elk, mule deer, and antelope are frequently spotted on the Ranch, while the surrounding timber and centralized sagebrush knolls provide shelter. The Ranch offers exceptional opportunities for hunters, with landowner tags available through Idaho’s Landowner Appreciation Draw Program. Explore Anderson Ranch

Two Canyons Ranch
Kamiah, Idaho | ±2,015 Acres
Two Canyons Ranch is located in Idaho’s Game Unit 11A, which is 98% privately owned, offering private hunting without pressure from surrounding public lands. Unit 11A is a Controlled Hunt Area for trophy mule deer and must be drawn. The Ranch has historically qualified for landowner tags through Idaho’s Landowner Appreciation Program. Unit 11A offers general season tags for elk, white-tailed deer, and black bears. Elk and deer bed on the canyon slopes and timbered draws and make their way up the canyon to the agricultural fields. Huge black bears and the occasional mountain lion can also be found in the canyon draws. Explore Two Canyons Ranch

Sage Creek Farm
Tetonia, Idaho | ±617.4 Acres
Sage Creek Farm is one of Teton Valley’s best big game hunting ranches for sale that offers hunters a secluded base in a prime big game corridor. The property is situated within seasonal migration routes, allowing passage for elk, moose, and other wildlife, while nearly all of it falls within sharp-tailed grouse breeding habitat. Productive farmland and adjacent conservation land create abundant cover and forage, keeping deer and other game active year-round. Elevated terrain provides sweeping views of the Teton and Big Hole Mountains, combining privacy, scenic views, and unrivaled access to prime hunting grounds, minutes from valley towns and trailheads. Explore Sage Creek Farm

Twin Peaks Guest Ranch
Salmon, Idaho | ±677.81 Acres
Tucked away in a private canyon and surrounded by public lands miles from the nearest neighbor, Twin Peaks Guest Ranch is an end-of-the-road hideaway in central Idaho’s picturesque Western landscape. Prepare for the upcoming hunting season on the rifle range located onsite. The range facilities include a pistol bay, skeet area, and a covered bench area for stable, long-range practice at distances up to 1,000 yards. The Ranch is located within Zone 28 of Region 7 within Idaho’s Game Management Unit for elk and deer. These zones are highly sought after by regional sportsmen, who often enjoy above-average hunter success rates and the chance to harvest trophy-sized animals due to impressive genetics. Explore Twin Peaks Guest Ranch

Norway Canyon Hunting Retreat
Kamiah, Idaho | ±655 Acres
The Norway Canyon Hunting Retreat is located in Idaho’s Game Unit 11A, which is 98% private land, allowing for private hunting without pressure from surrounding public lands. Unit 11A is a Controlled Hunt Area for trophy mule deer and a tag must be drawn. The Retreat has historically qualified for landowner tags through Idaho’s Landowner Appreciation Program. Unit 11A offers general season tags for both elk and white-tailed deer. Elk and deer bed on the canyon slopes and in timbered draws, making their way up the canyon to the agricultural fields. Black bears and the occasional mountain lion can also be found in the canyon draws. With a luxury lodge, Norway Canyon combines top-tier hunting with comfort and versatility. Explore Norway Canyon Hunting Retreat

Henry’s Fork Highlands Ranch
Ashton, Idaho | 503.5 Acres
Henry’s Fork Highlands has all of the components to attract and sustain big game. The rich meadows, deep canyons, timber-covered hills, and onsite water resources provide the feed, cover, and water that deer, elk, and black bears need daily. Both deer and elk are commonly seen on the property and have historically been selectively hunted on the Ranch. In addition to the deeded lands, the National Forest lands adjacent to the north and east of the property provide endless hunting opportunities. Due to the diversity of terrain and the size of the Ranch, it is typical for the population of deer and elk to increase as public pressure on the National Forest increases. Located in the Island Park Zone (Elk Game Management Zone 60 of Region 1 and Deer GMU Zone 60 of Region 1), Henry’s Fork Highlands provides excellent big game hunting opportunities both on the property and on the nearby federal land. Explore Henry’s Fork Highlands Ranch

Cottonwood Creek Ranch
Stites, Idaho | ±1,084 Acres
Tucked away on the outskirts of Stites, Idaho, Cottonwood Creek Ranch is located in Idaho’s Game Unit 11A. The Ranch has previously qualified for the Idaho Landowner Appreciation tag program for elk, white-tailed deer, and mule deer. If drawn, these tags can be utilized by the landowner or designated to an individual before the season begins. Unit 11A also offers general season tags for both elk and white-tailed deer. Elk and deer bed on the canyon slopes and timbered draws and travel down to the agricultural bottoms in the evening. If desired, the fields could be reseeded to alfalfa or oats to further develop wildlife food plots. Black bears and mountain lions have also been seen in the canyon draws. Explore Cottonwood Creek Ranch

Long Hollow Ranch
Madison County, Idaho | ±616.8 Acres
Located in the rolling foothills of the Teton Range, Long Hollow Ranch spans 616 acres of sweeping farmland, tree-lined coulees, and mountain vistas. The balance of the acreage offers aspen groves, willows, sage benches, and open grass pastures—an ideal setting for elk, mule deer, and moose. With a seasonal county road bisecting the property and a network of interior ranch roads, access across the land is seamless, providing accessible hunting opportunities. Explore Long Hollow Ranch

MONTANA BIG GAME HUNTING RANCHES

LC Ranch
Three Forks, Montana | ±1,121 Acres
LC Ranch, located in Montana’s Gallatin Valley, offers diverse big game hunting in one of the state’s most coveted sporting regions. The property supports white-tailed and mule deer, pronghorn antelope, and elk, with ample riparian habitat, spring creeks, ponds, and the Gallatin River attracting wildlife year-round. The Ranch lies in Montana Antelope Hunting District 311 and Deer and Elk Hunting District 312. The deer and elk season for archery and/or gun hunting runs from early September through the end of November. Depending on whether you are using a bow or gun, antelope can be hunted from mid-August until mid-November. With multiple building sites, a custom owner’s residence, guest and caretaker homes, and first-class equestrian facilities, LC Ranch combines prime big game habitat with comfort, privacy, and unmatched recreational potential. Explore LC Ranch

The Schellin Ranch
Chinook, Montana | 8,000 Acres
One of Montana’s best big game hunting ranches for sale, along the Hi-Line is a hunter’s paradise, offers consistent sightings of white-tailed and mule deer, as well as antelope across its creek bottoms, coulees, and native grasslands. Abundant cover, feed, and water sources—including over a mile of Lodge Creek, reservoirs, and wells—keep big game active year-round. With extensive agricultural infrastructure and productive farmland, this property combines high-yield operations with exceptional big game habitat, making it ideal for hunters and conservation-minded owners alike. Explore The Schellin Ranch

Bowman Creek Ranch
Ashland, Montana | 3,350 Acres
Bowman Creek Ranch, spanning ±3,350 deeded acres plus a 640-acre BLM lease, offers exceptional big game hunting across a diverse and productive landscape. The property supports white-tailed and mule deer, elk—including mature 6-point bulls and trophy-class bulls in surrounding areas—and antelope, with ample cover in timbered draws, riverfront, rolling grasslands, and pine ridges. Six miles south of Ashland along the Tongue River, Bowman Creek combines seclusion, striking scenery, and world-class hunting in one premier Montana property. Explore Bowman Creek Ranch

Centennial Ranch
Centennial Valley, Montana | 10,169.1 Acres
Centennial Ranch spans 10,169.1 total acres, comprised of 3,145.2 acres of deeded land and 7,023.9 leased acres. The Centennial Valley is a pristine region of vast grasslands and wetlands nestled between the Centennial and Gravelly Mountains, making it ideal for elk, deer, and antelope. Located in the Deer and Elk Unit 323, west of Yellowstone National Park, the valley is a crucial wildlife migration corridor and home to many different wildlife species. Explore Centennial Ranch

NEW MEXICO BIG GAME HUNTING RANCH

Cow Creek Ranch
Pecos, New Mexico | 934 Acres
Cow Creek Ranch, an hour from Santa Fe, is one of New Mexico’s premiere big game hunting ranches for sale that offers exceptional big game hunting in a private mountain valley. The Ranch supports healthy populations of elk, mule deer, black bears, and mountain lions, with landowner elk tags and over-the-counter mule deer tags available. Turkeys and waterfowl add to the diverse hunting opportunities. Nearly surrounded by National Forest and bordering the Pecos Wilderness, the property provides access to vast backcountry hunting, while its trout streams and mountain lakes enhance both recreation and wildlife habitat, making Cow Creek Ranch a premier destination for hunters and outdoorsmen alike. Explore Cow Creek Ranch

UTAH BIG GAME HUNTING RANCH

Crystal Ranch
Mountain Home, UT | 470 Acres
Crystal Ranch is home to abundant wildlife, as it is situated in a critical migration corridor, offering both onsite and adjacent Ashley National Forest wildlife viewing and hunting opportunities. The current owners have meticulously managed the land to maximize the quantity and quality of both the fish and game. Mule deer, moose, and various upland birds live on the Ranch all summer. Elk move on and off the property throughout the year and often migrate into the Ranch during fall hunting season, staying through winter. Black bears and mountain lions also occasionally pass through the Ranch,but are rarely seen. For the big game hunter, the Ranch falls within the Yellowstone Unit, which provides an opportunity for both residents and non-residents to hunt big game such as elk, deer, and black bear on the ranch. Hunting tags are allocated through the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Prospective hunters should seek more information on available tags and season dates via https://wildlife.utah.gov/. Explore Crystal Ranch

MISSISSIPPI BIG GAME HUNTING FARM

Black Creek Farm
Hattiesburg/Sumrall, MS | 465 Acres
Black Creek Farm, a 465-acre estate in Southeastern Mississippi’s Pine Belt, offers excellent white-tailed deer hunting across its diverse mix of woodlands, pastures, and hardwood bottoms along Black Creek. The property’s rich habitat also supports wild turkey, dove, and quail, while lakes and Black Creek provide reliable water sources for game. With a custom main house, secondary residence, stables, barns, and a high-fenced perimeter, the Farm combines privacy and comfort with exceptional hunting opportunities minutes from Hattiesburg. Explore Black Creek Farm

GEORGIA BIG GAME HUNTING FARMS

Buckelew Farm
Macon, Georgia | 1,544 Acres
Buckelew Farm is among Georgia’s best big game hunting ranches for sale and is situated in one of the state’s prime white-tailed deer regions. The property’s mature pine stands, hardwood bottoms, and miles of creeks and streams provide excellent cover, forage, and foraging corridors for deer, while multiple food plots and abundant Sawtooth Oaks support a healthy, trophy-quality population. With a custom main lodge, manager’s home, barns, and over 20 miles of trails, Buckelew Farm combines premier whitetail hunting with comfortable living and easy access to Macon and Interstate 75. Explore Buckelew Farm

Mann Creek Retreat
Tallapoosa, Georgia | 319 Acres
Mann Creek Retreat, located within an hour of Atlanta, Georgia, offers excellent white-tailed deer hunting across mature hardwood forests, pastures, and creek frontage. The property’s 40+ acres of pasture and over two miles of Mann Creek provide cover and forage that support a healthy deer population. A modern lodge overlooks a 14-acre pond, creating a comfortable basecamp for hunters. With scenic trails, abundant wildlife, and a private, secluded setting, Mann Creek Retreat combines premier whitetail hunting with easy access to Atlanta. Explore Mann Creek Retreat

Jaw-Doc Farms
Social Circle, Georgia | 270 Acres
Jaw-Doc Farms, a 270-acre retreat within an hour of Atlanta and Athens, Georgia, offers excellent white-tailed deer hunting amid a mix of forested woodlands, hardwood bottoms, and pastures along Naked Creek. The property provides abundant cover, forage, and water sources, including two ponds and over a mile of creek frontage supporting a healthy deer population. The Farm features a custom main lodge, barns, caretaker’s residence, and extensive roads and trails. Explore Jaw-Doc Farms

COLORADO BIG GAME HUNTING RANCHES

Creekside at Eagle Ridge Ranch
Gunnison, Colorado | 35 Acres
Tucked into the heart of Colorado’s majestic Rocky Mountains and listed among the best big game hunting ranches for sale, Game Management Unit 54 offers one of the most scenic and rewarding big game hunting experiences in the West. With sweeping mountain views, rugged wilderness terrain, and abundant wildlife, GMU 54 is a premier destination for hunters seeking adventure and challenge. Owners within Eagle Ridge Ranch have unmatched access to hunt a private primitive area that covers approximately 4,700 acres – ideally surrounded by public lands. Located within this protected, primitive area are two cabins for use by ranch owners and their guests. These rustic, yet comfortable, cabins offer incomparable access to the Ranch’s hunting grounds. From sunrise over snow-dusted peaks to crisp fall air echoing with the bugle of a bull elk, this area delivers both unforgettable scenery and exceptional big game opportunities. GMU 54 is home to healthy populations of elk and mule deer, with mature bulls and bucks regularly harvested each season. Trophy potential is high, with mule deer exceeding 180” and elk topping 300”+. Whether you’re chasing bugling bulls in September or glassing for rutting mule deer in November, hunters will find both challenge and reward in this sought-after private hunting oasis. Explore Creekside at Eagle Ridge Ranch

Seven Springs Ranch
Glenwood Springs, Colorado | 662 Acres
The Seven Springs Ranch is located in Game Management Unit 43, known for elk, mule deer, and black bears. With BLM flanking the deeded acreage on two sides and the southern boundary leading directly into White River National Forest, the ranch benefits from public land access. While the elk primarily inhabit the public land in GMU 43, hunting pressure often drives them to the nearby private holdings, where there is much less pressure. The combination of forested areas and lush range lands across the Ranch creates an excellent habitat for mule deer and elk. Gambel oak and other foliage fill large parts of the property, supplying a favorite food source to keep wildlife around, while a mix of healthy timber and aspens provides cover, and abundant serviceberries and chokecherry berries brings bears from the surrounding area. Explore Seven Springs Ranch

Elk Creek Ranch Lot 48, 34, and 37
Meeker, Colorado | 35 Acres
The White River Valley’s diverse topography supports a wide variety of wildlife. The combination of seasonal climate, vegetation, and water creates an ideal habitat for game to thrive. The area boasts the largest herd of Rocky Mountain elk in the world, along with a large population of mule deer. The habitat protection and stewardship efforts by Elk Creek Ranch and its neighboring ranches have created a sanctuary for various wildlife, including elk, mule deer, moose, black bear, wild turkey, beaver, grouse, and bald eagle. The excellent big game habitat in Game Management Unit 23 offers an owner the opportunity to harvest a true trophy. Explore Lot 48 Explore Lot 34 Explore Lot 37

OREGON BIG GAME HUNTING RANCHES

R & C Ranch
Fossil, Oregon | 5,403 Acres
The R&C Ranch is home to healthy populations of mule deer, as well as Rocky Mountain elk, pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep, and barbary sheep. The area is known for its heavy-horned mule deer bucks. The resident elk herd is estimated at 600 head and migrates between multiple private ranches in the area. The elk hunting season is one of the longest in the state, at five weeks, and is entirely located in the Biggs Big Game Unit. While landowner preference (LOP) tags are available (five elk and five deer tags), because there is so little public ground in this unit, over-the-counter tags are also plentiful. Explore R & C Ranch

Seven Springs Ranch on Butte Creek
Fossil, Oregon | 5,403 Acres
Seven Springs on Butte Creek is home to healthy Rocky Mountain elk and mule deer populations, pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep, and the occasional Barbary sheep that ventures over from adjacent ranches. The area is renowned for its 320”+ class bulls and considerably sized mule deer bucks. The ranch offers all the essential components needed to sustain and attract big game, including springs, seeps, intermittent streams, small ponds, and wallows. Explore Seven Springs Ranch on Butte Creek</a>

TENNESSEE BIG GAME HUNTING FARM

Island 34
Lauderdale County, Tennessee | 2,549 Acres
Island 34, located within 60 miles of Jonesboro, AR and Memphis, TN, lies in the heart of the Mississippi Delta. The property is accessed from Arkansas, minutes away from one of Country Living’s “10 Best Small Towns in the U.S.”, Wilson, AR. Approximately 51% of the property is timberland, home to centuries-old pecan, cottonwood, silver maple, willow, and oak trees—some over 160 years old. To restore native hardwoods, 1,200 oaks have been newly planted. Extensive habitat development over the past three years has transformed the landscape for waterfowl and deer, with impounded fields, water-control structures, and switchgrass buffers providing food, cover, and seclusion. For deer habitat, 150 acres of food plots are planted in corn and winter wheat, with non-graveled roads also seeded with winter wheat to provide additional forage. Large fields have been divided into 20–30-acre habitat units for better management and biodiversity. Explore Island 34

Wyoming’s agricultural land and ranch real estate market trends remains stable, with cropland and pasture values up approximately 2–4% year over year—cropland showing a 2.7% gain and pastureland roughly 4%—while overall farm and ranch real estate appreciated modestly, around 0.7% in 2024. Sales activity has stayed muted, particularly in premium ranch land segments, which have seen limited transactions and tight inventory, especially near Jackson Hole where land deals remain sparse, and cyclical volatility makes price data uneven. Local ranchers continue to dominate purchases—often using cash or equity backed financing—while strong cattle markets and still limited listings help underpin land values.

Concurrently, Wyoming properties located near Yellowstone and other high value recreational corridors like Jackson Hole are commanding premium prices, benefiting from the so called “Yellowstone effect,” which has driven ranch land values up nearly 28% in the past five years.

Looking ahead, moderate interest rate relief and growing listing activity may bring renewed interest from buyers; however, accurate pricing and brokerage expertise remain key in what is gradually moving toward a more balanced—yet still competitive—market.

Wyoming market insight provided by Latham Jenkins

Colorado:

Thus far in 2025, Colorado ranch real estate market trends have been dynamic. After a four-year run of unprecedented Buyer activity, there appears to be a new phase of pre-2020 normalcy taking shape.

In recent years, the limited inventory for high-quality sporting ranches was quickly absorbed by active Buyers who were prepared to move quickly to stave off competing Buyer interests. We’re now seeing a return to more disciplined Buyer activity and what can best be described as a leeriness towards pricing as more inventory makes its way to the market.

The message to Sellers and potential Sellers is the importance of supportable, data-driven pricing and professional exposure. There is no shortage of Buyers, particularly at the high-end, though now with the benefit of increasing optionality those Buyers have the ability to take more time to learn the market and the inherent values that impact a particular property.

As has always been the case, off-market deals continue to occur when the parameters of a Buyer-client align with Sellers known to us, who prefer not to offer their ranches publicly.

Colorado market insight provided by Brian Hartley

Idaho:

Over the past three years, Idaho’s ranch real estate market trends have been defined by limited inventory and strong competition. High-quality properties were scarce, and Sellers enjoyed strong leverage, often commanding top dollar in a red-hot marketplace.

But as we move through 2025, the pendulum is clearly swinging. More inventory is coming online, and quality Idaho ranches are beginning to surface across the state. The result is a market that feels more balanced for the first time in years.

After a long period of tight supply, Buyers now have access to a wider range of properties, including many that haven’t changed hands in decades. Pricing is starting to normalize as Sellers adjust to a more competitive landscape, recognizing that the days of “name your price” listings are largely behind us.

Buyers, in turn, are regaining leverage; with more choices and a slower pace, they have time to conduct due diligence and negotiate favorable terms, especially in deals involving water rights, agricultural leases, or conservation potential. For Sellers, success now hinges on strategy—accurately pricing the land and clearly communicating its unique value, whether tied to live water, habitat, production capacity, or development potential.

The Idaho ranch market is no longer a runaway Seller’s market, nor has it tipped completely in favor of Buyers. Instead, we’re in a more thoughtful, deal-driven environment—one where preparation, quality, and local expertise matter more than ever.

Idaho market insight provided by Tate Jarry

Montana:

Ranch real estate market trends as well as farm sales in Montana are up 6% compared to this time in 2024, reflecting steady demand despite limited inventory.

Today’s Buyers are more sophisticated than ever, using advanced tools and resources to evaluate properties before making a move. As a result, A-plus Montana ranches—those with strong operational fundamentals, recreational value, and desirable locations—continue to move quickly. However, Sellers can no longer expect B-grade properties to command A-level prices and still see activity; pricing must align with quality and market expectations.

Overall, the Montana ranch market remains competitive, with discerning Buyers driving selectivity and velocity in top-tier transactions.

Montana market insight provided by Zach Robbins

The Southeast:

Georgia:

Georgia’s land and ranch real estate market trends remain steady in 2025, with a balanced dynamic between Buyers and Sellers. High-quality properties continue to attract interest, though the frenzied pace of the COVID years have given way to a more patient market. Today’s Buyers are thoughtful and selective, taking time to evaluate options and ensuring the property’s use aligns with their long-term goals.

Institutional and private Buyers alike are demonstrating a strong appetite for land with income potential—whether through timber, farming, or recreational leases—as well as for tracts with conservation or legacy value. This trend reflects a broader “flight to quality,” with investors prioritizing hard assets that offer both stability and enjoyment.

Success in Georgia’s current market hinges on presenting properties accurately and effectively. Getting qualified Buyers on the ground and having the opportunity to share the full story of the land remains essential. With more options now available, Buyers are placing increased value on well-managed, turn-key assets that clearly communicate their potential.

Georgia market insight provided by Jon Callaghan

Alabama:

The Alabama land market is showing strong signs of activity in 2025, particularly in regions known for recreational and agricultural value, as shown by Live Water Properties’ recent sale of the Cahaba Plantation property, nearly 2,000 acres of prime recreational land with over four miles of frontage on the famous Cahaba River. Demand remains steady for quality properties with income potential—whether through row crop production, timberland, or hunting leases—though Buyers are becoming more price-sensitive and selective than in recent years.

Inventory has increased across much of the state, providing Buyers with expanded choices and creating a more measured pace of transaction. Properties with turnkey infrastructure, well-managed habitat, or proven income streams continue to stand out. Buyers are especially drawn to tracts offering a balance of utility and natural beauty—land that supports both recreational use and long-term investment.

Overall, the Alabama market appears healthy, with an emphasis on realistic pricing and well-presented offerings. While not immune to broader economic uncertainty, Alabama’s affordability, natural resources, and central location in the Southeast continue to make it an attractive and resilient land investment market.

Alabama market insight provided by Jon Callaghan

South Carolina:

This Southeastern land market is currently experiencing a mixture of trends with certain areas seeing strong demand and rising values while others face overbuilding and slowing growth. Affordability and job opportunities continue to drive interest and relocations to the region, which has added to demand for both housing and land.

Diversity of land use beyond traditional residential or agricultural purposes is also promoting interest and market activity. Buyers are increasingly focused on properties that align with private recreation, sustainability/conservation, and cash-flow opportunities.

In South Carolina specifically, coastal counties lead the way in Turnover Ratio (the percentage of active land listings sold over the past 365 days) with six of the state’s top 10 counties represented. Further validation of growth and activity is highlighted by recent U.S. Census Bureau data, noting Jasper County as the nation’s fastest-growing county in terms of housing units.

In summary, the South Carolina land and ranch market trends appear steady overall. While factors like interest rates and stock market fluctuations still have an impact, the region’s strong fundamentals and growing population suggest continued opportunities for both Buyers and Sellers. For Sellers, values remain near historic highs in many areas, while Buyers have more leverage to negotiate a more fair due diligence period compared to previous years.

South Carolina market insight provided by Will Johnson