TBDWP County Road 124 Hesperus, CO 81326
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About TBDWP County Road 124
Iconic Piece of the American West: Historic May Day Gold Mine Discover the historic May Day gold mine property—a remarkable 154.29-acre tract nestled just 16 miles from Durango, CO, in the heart of the San Juan Mountains. This unique property offers a rare opportunity for those seeking the ultimate blend of natural beauty, history, and outdoor adventure. The property is equipped with power access at the road and includes several potential homesites where you can build your dream mountain retreat. With approximately 0.4 miles of the La Plata River meandering through, this land is an anglers paradise. The La Plata is a renowned trout fishery, hosting rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout in its pristine waters, along with ideal fishing conditions for fly fishing enthusiasts. Explore the legendary May Day mine—one of Colorado’s most prolific gold mines. While the mine currently holds active permits, it is presently in cessation, offering buyers flexibility in its future use. For hunters, the property is located in Game Management Unit 74, frequented by mule deer, elk, and bear. Adjacent to 150,000 acres of the San Juan National Forest, this land offers a private gateway to an otherwise hard-to-access section of the forest, ensuring unmatched privacy and solitude. A well-maintained two-track road system provides access throughout the property, including scenic routes to historic mine sites and the National Forest boundary. The land’s topography is diverse, featuring mature stands of aspen, cottonwood, ponderosa pine, spruce, and scrub oak, creating an ideal habitat for wildlife. Located near Hesperus, Durango, and notable attractions such as Lake Nighthorse, Mesa Verde National Park, and the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, this property provides easy access to year-round recreational opportunities, including skiing at Purgatory and Hesperus Ski Areas. Whether you envision building a custom mountain home, utilizing the property as a prime hunting and fishing retreat, or mining for gold, this iconic piece of the American West is truly a once-in-a-lifetime offering. Schedule a showing to experience its beauty and potential firsthand!
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- Waterfront: River
- View: Mountain(s), Valley, Stream/River
- List Price: $2,750,000
- Lot: Wooded, Other, Near Forest, Hunting Property
- Directions: From Durango turn right onto US 160 W and proceed for 11 miles. Turn right onto county road 124 and continue for 4.4 miles and the property will be on your right.
- Lot Size: 154.29 Acres
- MLS Number: 819392
- Office Name: Whitetail Properties Real Estate LLC
- Listing Agent: Robert Brooks
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Nearby schools
5
Needham Elementary School
Public District PK-5
9.2 mi
•2425 W 3rd Ave
8
Park Elementary School
Public District PK-5
9.6 mi
•510 E 6th Ave
5
Riverview Elementary School
Public District PK-5
10.0 mi
•2900 Mesa Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
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Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $79,421. The most common annual income of people living in Hesperus, CO is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Hunting
Monster Trucks
NASCAR
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Dick's Sporting Goods
Dillards
Wal-Mart
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Texas Roadhouse
Cracker Barrel
Hardee's
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Subaru
Cadillac
Ram
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New Country
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Classic Country
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About TBDWP County Road 124
The listing price of TBDWP County Road 124 property is $2,750,000.
The property TBDWP County Road 124 is land located in Hesperus, Colorado, 81326.
Active Listing: TBDWP County Road 124 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for TBDWP County Road 124 are: Needham Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Riverview Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Miller Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mountain Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Escalante Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Animas High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Southwest Colorado Eschool (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
The property TBDWP County Road 124 is 154.29 acres.
This home is located at TBDWP County Road 124 in Hesperus, CO and zip code 81326. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 15, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,750,000.
Between April and May 2025, Hesperus, CO real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 175%. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $1,295,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 160 days.