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Welcome to Harrigan Land Company’s ranch blog, designed to keep you up to date on what’s happening in the dynamic world of hunting and fishing properties throughout the Rocky Mountain West. Here we share our knowledge of “secret corners” of the Rockies overlooked by many, the ins and outs of conservation easements, current news relevant to the ranch real estate market and our own hunting and fishing tips that may turn your next trip into a spectacular success. At Harrigan Land Company, we’re dedicated to serving you. Through this blog, we hope that our seasoned knowledge of hunting, fishing and the great ranches of the Rockies will increase your love for these things, too, and enable you to “dream big” about that special piece of the West that’s in your future. Explore and enjoy.

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Discover Wyoming Ranches for Sale with Harrigan Land Company: Your Gateway to the Cowboy State
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July 7, 2025

Discover Wyoming Ranches for Sale with Harrigan Land Company: Your Gateway to the Cowboy State

At Harrigan Land Company, we specialize in helping buyers find premier ranches in the rugged and beautiful landscapes of Wyoming. Whether you’re dreaming of a working cattle ranch, a recreational hunting property, or a mountain retreat, Wyoming offers unmatched opportunities, and Harrigan Land Company is here to guide you every step of the way.

Discover Premier Colorado Ranches for Sale with Harrigan Land Company
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June 30, 2025

Discover Premier Colorado Ranches for Sale with Harrigan Land Company

Looking to own a slice of the Rockies? Whether you’re drawn to trophy elk hunts or casting lines into private streams, Colorado ranches for sale offer an unmatched blend of outdoor adventure, investment value, and tranquil beauty. With Harrigan Land Company guiding the way, your dream ranch is within reach.

Transforming your property into a hunting ranch
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June 21, 2025

Transforming your property into a hunting ranch

Have you ever dreamed of owning a real hunting lodge in the West? Maybe you’ve got a sprawling ranch with stunning views and plenty of space. Or, maybe you’re eyeing a hunting ranch for sale, and want to know more before finalizing a purchase. What if that ranch could be more than just a place… Read more »

Summer fly fishing on your ranch property
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June 21, 2025

Summer fly fishing on your ranch property

There’s something truly magical about summer on a western ranch. The air is warm, the days are long, and the promise of open spaces and wild beauty beckons. For those of us who love to fly fish, adding a private fishing ranch experience to that mix takes it to a whole new level. For ranch… Read more »

Tech on the Range: How Western Ranches Are Embracing GPS, Drones, and Genetic Innovation
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June 2, 2025

Tech on the Range: How Western Ranches Are Embracing GPS, Drones, and Genetic Innovation

The iconic image of the American West— big western ranches, wide-open spaces, cattle drives, and rugged cowboys—is evolving. As one of the top ranch brokerages in the Mountain West, we get to see first hand how ranchers are rapidly embracing new technologies. Today’s cowboys on the legacy properties we represent are blending tradition with cutting-edge technology to manage herds more efficiently, improve animal welfare, and boost profitability.

Investing in ranch real estate: A safe haven in uncertain times
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May 12, 2025

Investing in ranch real estate: A safe haven in uncertain times

In today’s unpredictable and fluctuating economy, finding stable investments can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. While the stock market swings and other asset classes experience volatility, one often-overlooked investment continues to offer resilience and consistency: ranch real estate. Why is that? Ranch real estate possesses inherent value. Unlike other investments that… Read more »

How Did National Forest Land and Bureau of Land Management Land Become Public Land?
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March 31, 2025

How Did National Forest Land and Bureau of Land Management Land Become Public Land?

As ranch real estate brokers, you may think our primary area of expertise is in privately owned western ranches. However, we deal with public land on a daily basis, as U.S. Forest Service (USFS) land and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land make up an important component of many of our ranches for sale. The… Read more »

Unprecedented Demand Creates a Shortage of Western Ranches, Leaving Buyers Frustrated
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January 27, 2025

Unprecedented Demand Creates a Shortage of Western Ranches, Leaving Buyers Frustrated

In recent years, sprawling Western ranches have become some of the most sought-after properties in the real estate market, with demand skyrocketing to unprecedented levels. Buyers from across the country—and even internationally—are vying for these iconic legacy ranches, driving prices higher and leaving many prospective buyers feeling frustrated as available listings become increasingly scarce. This… Read more »

Scarcity of  ranch land offers both challenges and opportunities
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January 22, 2025

Scarcity of ranch land offers both challenges and opportunities

Ranch land is a vital resource for farmers and ranchers, for lots of reasons. It provides room for livestock to feed and mature; it offers landowners private recreational opportunities; or it gives landowners the option to monetize the land for its assets, whether it’s through leasing land for grazing, selling access to hunting or fishing… Read more »

2025 Ranch Real Estate Review for Landowners
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January 1, 2025

2025 Ranch Real Estate Review for Landowners

Dear Landowner: Thank you for your interest in our market update. As 2025 begins, Harrigan Land Company wishes you the best in the coming year. Our family-based business has proudly served landowners and buyers in the Rockies for over 30 years, and our appreciation for the Mountain West—its wildlife, its people, and its heritage—only deepens… Read more »

Using a ranch broker for your 2025 ranch sale is vital
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December 27, 2024

Using a ranch broker for your 2025 ranch sale is vital

The market for ranches for sale is a unique and intricate real estate landscape. It requires specialized knowledge and expertise to navigate successfully. As 2025 approaches, the importance of an experienced ranch broker has never been greater. For sellers, the right broker can connect with potential investors from Day One. For investors, they can count… Read more »

Exploring Colorado Ranches: Your Guide to Finding Ranches for Sale in Colorado
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December 23, 2024

Exploring Colorado Ranches: Your Guide to Finding Ranches for Sale in Colorado

If you’re searching for a slice of the American West, few opportunities rival owning a ranch in Colorado. With its breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, unique lifestyle, and abundance of resort towns, Colorado offers some of the most coveted ranch properties in the country.

FIND A RANCH THAT ALIGNS WITH YOUR PURSUITS

Discovering a property that checks all your boxes often starts with you looking at the wrong priorities. Our Ranch Discovery Matrix can help you identify the ranch you need that aligns with your lifetime dreams.

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We have over 30 years of experience throughout Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, Montana and New Mexico. We know these states well, including some “undiscovered” places. We are offering best hunting ranches for sale along with other premier properties
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