The Double V Ranch encompasses approximately 73,600 acres in De Baca County, New
Mexico, located about 42 miles north of Roswell with paved frontage along NM State
Highway 20 and additional county road access. Well positioned for a cow/calf or yearling
operation, the ranch features gently rolling terrain with productive bottomlands, multiple
draws, and elevations ranging from roughly 3,800 to over 4,250 feet. Water is a defining
asset, with more than 25 miles of creek frontage along Conejo Creek, Arroyo Mora, and
Arroyo Arana, a mile of Pecos River frontage, numerous permanent water holes, flowing
springs, and a strong well system. The property is well improved with a foreman's home,
multiple guest houses, livestock facilities, barns, and extensive fencing and interior roads.
In addition to its agricultural productivity, the ranch offers recreational value with hunting
opportunities for antelope, ...
opportunities for antelope, deer, quail, and seasonal waterfowl. Of the total acreage,
approximately 65,626 acres are deeded, complemented by 3,374 acres of State lease
land.
The Acerage:
73,600 Total Acres
64,000 Deeded Acres
9,600 Acres of State Land
The Land:
The Double V Ranch is well suited for a cow/calf or yearling operation, offering a diverse
and productive landscape characterized by gently rolling hills and side slopes that drain
naturally into multiple draws and expansive low-lying bottomlands. The ranch is able to
support approximately 1,200 head of cattle year round. Elevations range from
approximately 3,800 feet in the flats to over 4,250 feet across the upland country, creating
varied grazing conditions and natural pasture rotation. The ranch supports a healthy mix of
native grasses, with the most productive stands found in the bottomlands. Low bush
mesquite is prevalent throughout much of the property, while shin oak is common in the
sandier soils.
The Surface Water:
Water is a major strength of the Double V Ranch, highlighted by an extensive three-creek
system consisting of Conejo Creek, Arroyo Mora, and Arroyo Arana, all of which flow into
the Pecos River that also runs through the property. In total, the ranch boasts over 25 miles
of creek frontage with numerous deep water pockets, many of which hold water year-
round under normal conditions. Approximately one mile of Pecos River frontage further
enhances the ranch's water resources.
The Supplemental Water:
The ranch is also enhanced by an estimated 10 to 15 naturally flowing springs distributed
throughout the pastures, providing reliable water coverage across the operation. In
addition to surface water, the property is well improved with multiple groundwater
sources, including eight electric wells, three solar wells, and one windmill well currently in
operation, along with additional solar and windmill wells under repair.
The Operational Improvements:
The working improvements include a large metal hay shed, multiple equipment barns, and
usable outbuildings. The ranch is fenced and cross-fenced into 18 pastures, with much of
the fencing in good overall condition. Livestock infrastructure includes a large set of
working pens equipped with scales, as well as several smaller sets of pens strategically
located across the property, allowing for efficient management.
The Other Improvements:
The Double V Ranch is well improved with assets that support both day-to-day ranch
operations and guest accommodations. Improvements include a well-maintained
foreman's residence featuring four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, along with
two guest houses offering one bedroom/one bathroom and three bedrooms/two
bathrooms. An additional historic saloon building provides two more bedrooms and a
bathroom, adding flexibility for housing or ranch use.
The Location:
The Double V Ranch is strategically located in De Baca County, New Mexico,
approximately 42 miles north of Roswell, providing a balance of rural seclusion and access
to regional services. The property benefits from exceptional accessibility with
approximately 11 miles of paved frontage along NM State Highway 20, complemented by
an additional 10 miles of county road frontage. This extensive road frontage allows for
excellent controlled access, operational flexibility, and long-term value. Roswell serves as
the primary regional hub, offering commercial services, higher education, air service, and
industrial infrastructure, while the nearby agricultural community of Fort Sumner provides
a convenient local trading center and support services for area ranchers.
The Wildlife:
The Double V Ranch supports a variety of wildlife, including pronghorn antelope, mule
deer, and quail, with seasonal waterfowl utilizing the creeks and Pecos River corridor. The
combination of native forage, reliable water, and expansive habitat provides consistent
recreational hunting opportunities across the property.
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