504 Water Valley Rd, Encampment, WY 82325

Welcome to Water Valley Ranch-an exceptionally rare opportunity located in a remote location in Southern Wyoming surrounded by the Medicine Bow National Forest, with live water, private lakes, on-grid power and an extraordinary collection of existing improvements. Completely surrounded by Medicine Bow National Forest 25,961 +/- SF of total improvements including Main Lodge: 19,702+/- SF 1/2 mile of the wild Encampment River Spectacular 10-acre lake Water rights 32 mile wilderness trail following the Encampment River just beyond the ranch 24 bedrooms and 20 bathrooms Approximately 40 acres of commercial zoning adding a level of flexibility for a future owner On-grid power Ideally suited as a multigenerational family compound, private retreat, campground, hotel or guest ranch Improvements Water Valley Ranch offers a substantial collection of existing improvements totaling approximately 25,961 square feet, providing tremendous flexibility for private, commercial and recreational use. Main Lodge: 19,702+/- SF (12 bed 9 bath) Owner's River Home: 1,961+/- SF (3 bed 2 bath) Guest Cabin 1: 2,654+/- SF Guest Cabin 2: 476+/- SF Guest Cabin 3: 435+/- SF Guest Cabin 4: 625+/- SF Guest Cabin 5: 108+/- SF Total: 24 bedrooms | 20 bathrooms The scale of these improvements would be difficult to duplicate in a setting of this caliber. With on-grid power, a nearly 20,000-square-foot main lodge, owner's residence and five guest cabins, Water Valley Ranch already has the infrastructure to function as an exceptional compound. The Water Water defines Water Valley Ranch. The property features a spectacular 10 acre lake and approximately 1/2 mile of the Encampment River, creating an extraordinary private setting for fishing, paddling and family recreation. The ranch also holds water rights, an important asset in the the arid West. Perhaps most special is approximately one-half mile of the Encampment River flowing through the property. This is classic Wyoming trout water a broad mountain river characterized by riffles, pools and runs, ranging from approximately 30 to 75 feet wide in many locations. Brown trout commonly range from approximately 12 to 20 inches, offering challenging river fishing for experienced anglers, while the ranch lakes provide an ideal setting to introduce children and guests to fishing. Beyond the ranch, anglers can explore miles of additional public water along the Encampment River. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has recognized the Encampment as very good trout water of statewide importance. Surrounded by National Forest Water Valley Ranch is an inholding within the Medicine Bow National Forest, providing a level of privacy, access and connection to public land that is increasingly difficult to replicate. Just beyond the ranch boundary is the Encampment River Trail, which follows the river south through spectacular backcountry. The trail provides access to roughly 32 miles round trip of backcountry adventure, with opportunities for horseback riding, hiking, backpacking, hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing. The surrounding Encampment River Canyon is renowned for its rugged scenery and recreational opportunities. From the front door of the lodge, an owner can venture directly into an enormous expanse of National Forest and experience Wyoming much as generations before them did. Recreation & Wildlife Recreation begins immediately outside the door. Hunting has long been part of the tradition at Water Valley Ranch, with the surrounding country supporting elk, mule deer and moose. The combination of private land, live water and direct access to vast expanses of National Forest creates an exceptional base from which to experience the region. Fishing may be the property's signature recreational amenity. An owner can spend the morning pursuing wild brown trout through the riffles, runs and pools of the Encampment River and the afternoon taking children or guests to the ranch lake for a relaxed day on the water. Beyond fishing and