The land features an inviting, gently rolling landscape ideal for designing and building your dream home. With approximately a quarter-mile of the South Platte River flowing through the property, you’ll enjoy the unique privilege of walk-out river accessperfect for daily fishing or simply soaking in the natural beauty.

Steeped in history, the main access road follows the original Silver Rush route from Denver to Leadville, offering a tangible connection to Colorado’s storied past. When building, you may even uncover historic artifacts that link directly to the region’s mining heritage.

Key utilities and permits are already in place, including a domestic well and nearby power. The property also holds a valuable highway access permit, allowing for potential use as a Bed & Breakfast or other small business venture. Alternatively, for enhanced privacy, a secondary access point via a quiet dirt road to the east is available.

Conveniently located just 10 miles south of Fairplay, Silver Lode Ranch offers easy access to both adventure and amenitiesjust 35 minutes to Breckenridge or Buena Vista, and approximately 90 minutes to Denver or Colorado Springs.

With panoramic views in every direction and an unmatched blend of history, water, and buildability, this is a truly unique opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Region & Climate

Fairplay, Colorado sits at an elevation of about 9,954 feet (3,034 meters), which heavily influences its high-altitude mountain climate. Here are the key climate details:

General Climate

Climate Type: Alpine/subalpine

Seasons: Four distinct seasons, with long, cold winters and short, cool summers

Growing Season: Very short (about 6070 frost-free days/year)

Temperature

Winter (DecFeb): Highs in the 20s30s F, lows often below 0 F

Summer (JunAug): Highs in the 60s70s F, lows in the 30s40s F

Annual Average Temperature: ~35F (1.6C)

Precipitation

Annual Precipitation: ~1216 inches

Snowfall: ~100150 inches annually (mostly NovApr)

Rainfall: Mostly occurs from late spring to early fall, often as afternoon thunderstorms

Sunshine & Wind

Sunshine: Around 245 sunny days per year

Wind: Frequently windy, especially in winter and spring