New Listing Coming Soon! – Prairie Song Farm, Iowa

By: Tate Jarry, Broker

If you are like me, an avid fly fisherman who often plans a seasonal trip to a destination trout fishery, I would venture to guess that Iowa is not on your short list of states to spend time wetting a line. It certainly didn’t make my list unless we are talking about fly fishing with a 10-weight for musky. A recent visit to the northeast corner of the state and a 2-day fishing experience on the spring creeks of Prairie Song Farm have changed my opinion of the fly fishing opportunities found in the Midwest as well as my list of destination trout fisheries.

Here are a few pictures of my recent trip and depiction of the fishery located on Prairie Song Farm.

Prairie Song Farm is a true spring creek resource with over a mile of fishable water on 3 separate spring creeks, all of which are easily waded. Undercut banks and large deep runs provide ample cover for the dense population of browns, rainbow and brook trout that thrive in the insect-rich, limestone creek bottoms. In 2 days, my guide and I conservatively landed over 100 fish – all on top water – with various patterns ranging from tricos, caddis to larger terrestrial patterns like the chubby Chernobyl ant, a popular western fly pattern. In all, the fish ranged greatly in size with the average fish size in the 14”range, however a good number that were pushing 20”. A recent fish shocking survey conducted by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, offered an estimate of 4,500 fish per mile and a brown trout that was tapped at 23” long on the property.

As a Broker with Live Water Properties for over 10 years, my focus is primarily on properties that lie within the Rocky Mountains and more specifically within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, which contains large numbers of cold water fisheries and numerous “blue ribbon” trout streams. Rarely do I consider listing a property outside of these parameters, however I believe Prairie Song Farm to be the exception.

Details of this property will be available in the days to come. In the meantime, if you have any questions regarding this property please feel free to contact me at [ai_phone href=”+1.307.413.2180″]307.413.2180[/ai_phone] or the local co-listing agent: Barb Smed of Smed and Associates Realty in Waukon, Iowa, at [ai_phone href=”+1.563.568.7159″]563.568.7159[/ai_phone].

prised of 5,501 varied acres, this legacy ranch is surrounded by the iconic Wind River, Gros Ventre, and Wyoming mountain ranges. Bisected by 7 miles of both sides and 1 ½ miles of one side of the famed upper Green River, the Carney Ranch teems with ample wildlife. With over 3 ½ miles of public land boundary, this ranch also provides access to countless pristine acres. A section of State Land to the south of the property is an elk feedground in the winter, which ensures that a resident herd of elk will be in close proximity to the ranch year round. The ranch is 25 paved miles northwest of the Sublette County seat of Pinedale, Wyoming, and an hour and twenty minute drive from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, by way of paved highways. This property also enjoys excellent access via air travel, with a private airport in Pinedale and commercial service offered from Jackson Hole. The productive 1,781-acre Carney Farm in Riverton, Wyoming, is also included in the offering. This farming operation offers numerous agricultural options for an incoming landowner. With convenient access to amenities, along with its wild and scenic layout, the Carney Ranch is an amazing opportunity to own a large contiguous tract of the tightly held upper Green River Valley.

Offering Price is $20,500,000

Drift Creek Ranch represents one of the last great strongholds of wild salmon, steelhead and sea-run cutthroat trout in the lower 48. Comprised of 126 +/- acres of pristine Oregon Coast Range forest, the ranch contains approximately 15 acres of cross-fenced pasture, a 3,932 sqft custom creekside home, large barn, tack room and more. In addition to the 1-mile secluded stretch of Drift Creek frontage, the property affords adjacent access to an added 1.2 miles of private fishing on hard-to-access public land upstream of the ranch. This provides an incoming owner with access to over 2 miles of riffles, runs and deep pools that hold 10-40 pound fresh, wild steelhead and salmon. With healthy runs of fall Chinook and Coho salmon and large runs of wild winter and summer steelhead, complimented by a population of sea-run cutthroat trout and a few Chum salmon, Drift Creek can out-rival any wild anadromous fishery and keep any angler entertained year-round. Located south of Lincoln City on the northern coast, the property is 10 minutes from the renowned Salishan Spa and Golf Resort in Gleneden Beach. With fine dining, spa, tennis courts and a stunning 18-hole Jacobsen-designed golf course overlooking Siletz Bay and the Pacific Ocean, Salishan Resort offers endless resort and recreational opportunities. While the ranch is nearby many high-end amenities, the property feels private, with approximately half of the riverfront property in a deep forested canyon. A resident Roosevelt elk herd of between 20-60 head calls this property home, and ample wildlife besides. With epic fishing, close proximity to recreational amenities including sailing, deep sea fishing, sea kayaking and exploring the many beaches, Drift Creek Ranch is a magnificent offering. Offering price is $1,500,000.

A rare offering due to its size, the Bar Cross Ranch consists of 12,045 deeded acres, 1,440 acres of state lease, 15,711 of adjacent National Forest grazing allotment and 3,587 of BLM allotment, for a total of 32,783 acres. The ranch is located 12 miles northwest of Pinedale and one hour southeast of Jackson Hole with dramatic views of three mountain ranges. This sporting property borders the Bridger-Teton National Forest, BLM, and State lands that provide thousands of additional acres of recreational land. Bar Cross has been used for hay production and cattle grazing in the past. Private trophy trout fishing abounds on approximately 3 miles of the New Fork River and 7 miles of Willow Creek that flow through the ranch. A private 40-acre lake and several small ponds are stocked with large trout and are fed by natural springs. The Bar Cross Ranch also borders the scenic Willow Lake that is otherwise surrounded by National Forest lands. An incredible variety of wildlife frequents the ranch including antelope, deer, grouse and waterfowl. Improvements include a 4BR main home and another 2BR home, barns, garages, outbuildings and sheds. Offering price is $21.9M. Other parcels offered from the Bar Cross Ranch include: Willow Creek Ranch, comprised of 7,038 acres for $13.5M; New Fork River Track, with 5,007 acres for $10.95M; Willow Creek Meadows, situated on 6,135 acres for $9.95M; Upper Willow Creek with 903 acres for $3.95M.

SOLD RANCH! RiverSong Farm is a 91-acre Oregon ranch property located in the Hood River Valley, 15 minutes from downtown Hood River and 30 minutes from four ski resorts, Mount Hood Meadows, Timberline, Ski Bowl and Cooper Spur. In the heart of steelhead country, the property consists of 19 acres of irrigated organic farmland, old growth oak, bigleaf maple, fir trees and fenced pasture for horses. Improvements include a restored 4BR, 2BA farmhouse, several yurts and a barn, all fronting a ½ mile of the Hood River. Recreational amenities include summer and winter steelhead fishing, with the best steelhead run on the entire Hood River rumored to be onsite. In addition, steelhead anglers can access the Klickitat and White Salmon Rivers in Washington, both well-respected steelhead fisheries within 30 minutes of the property, and the mouth of the Deschutes River is only 45 minutes east. Resident populations of California quail, Ruffed grouse and pheasant are all available for the avid wingshooter. Hood River is a resort town located 1 hour from Portland and 45 minutes from the Portland International Airport. The town is known for its mild climate, excellent restaurants, local wineries and award-winning fruit orchards. During the summer, Hood River is a kite-boarding and windsurfing mecca, and in the winter it is a skier’s dream. With a ½ mile of Hood River frontage and access to an additional 1 mile and 400 acres of landlocked public land adjacent to and upstream of the property, RiverSong Farm offers an extremely desirable lifestyle with endless recreational amenities. Offering price is $1,495,000.

Nestled between meandering bends of the Salt River and the rustling aspens, the Double L Ranch affords the most discerning buyers an opportunity to enjoy a true Western paradise that has been carefully planned from the big picture sporting amenities down to the custom details. This picturesque setting gives a limited number of individuals the chance to design an inimitable home meticulously created by one the country’s most well-known custom builders – Lance Mortensen – while enjoying the incredible amenities provided by the western landscape and private sporting club. The 400-acre Double L Ranch Club is located a short 45-minute drive south of Jackson Hole in western Wyoming’s wild and scenic Lincoln County. The Double L Ranch is offering 23 homes sharing in over 300 acres of common ranch amenities. The average building site for the riverside lots are 5 acres with most homes 4,000 to 8,000 sqft. Prices for riverfront lots start at $675,000, and completed homes start around $2.9M. Currently there are only three riverfront lots remaining. New are the “Hideouts” – 10 scenic lots adjacent to a series of lakes and streams alongside the golf course. Lots are approximately 1 acre each with homes that will be in the 2,000 to 4,000 sqft range. Lot prices start at $375,000 with completed homes featuring Albany square-cut logs, wrap-around porches and exquisite attention to detail from $1.595M.