Willow Creek Meadows
Willow Creek Meadows spans 131.4 acres in Blaine Countys scenic Bellevue Triangle, where open meadows meet willow-lined riparian corridors along Willow Creek. The setting is quiet, picturesque, and functional ideal for a Buyer seeking acreage to build a high-quality home with space for horses and everyday ranch amenities, all amidst abundant wildlife. According to Blaine County, one development right remains allocated to the property. With direct access from Highway 20, the property is minutes from the Sun Valley Airport and Resort and within easy reach of Silver Creek and the Big Wood River offering a distinctive blend of privacy, convenience, and year-round recreation.
RANCH OPERATIONS
Operations are centered on two unencumbered portions of the property, creating a functional setup for an owner seeking both a residence and productive acreage. A
22-acre field has historically produce...
22-acre field has historically produced hay and barley and is currently irrigated via
gated pipe. After harvest, cattle are typically turned in for fall grazing. The remaining
62 acres of unencumbered pasture are also used for grazing. Well-maintained perimeter and interior fencing along the conservation-easement boundary creates two primary pastures and excludes livestock from the easement areas. For a future build program, the unencumbered ground offers logical sites for a residence, barn, arena, and horse-friendly pasture, with convenient access along the unencumbered farm road connecting the two primary fields.
LOCATION
The Ranch is located 10 miles south of Bellevue, 15 miles from Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN), and 28 miles from Sun Valley Resort. Access is convenient directly from Highway 20, while the propertys willow-lined corridors create natural privacy and a sense of seclusion for a future homesite and equestrian facilities. The location serves as an ideal base for four-season living, with world-class fishing, extensive trail systems, fine dining, and resort amenities all within easy reach.
HUNTING AND WILDLIFE
The mix of open meadows, willow bottoms, and irrigated forage attracts consistent wildlife activity. Elk and moose are frequently seen moving through the willows and feeding along the field edges. The broader Bellevue Triangle is renowned for its abundant waterfowl, birdlife, and big game, giving the property a natural, live-with-wildlife character that ideally complements equestrian and country-living pursuits. Willow-lined wetlands and adjacent grain/forage fields create a natural loaf-and-feed patternideal for a small private waterfowl setup. Grassed margins and willow edges support walk-up upland hunts. Hunting and fishing are permitted within the NRCS easement areas, subject to easement terms and state regulations.
WATER RIGHTS
Irrigation water rights are appurtenant to the agricultural acres, supporting the propertys productive base. Current operations irrigate approximately 22 acres of crops using gated pipe, while total water rights cover +103 acres of additional irrigated and sub-irrigated pasture. Irrigation is supplied via two artesian wells and surface water from Willow Creek, which meanders through the property, enhancing riparian function and supporting distinctive willow habitats.
CONSERVATION EASEMENTS
An NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) conservation easement protects the propertys wetland and riparian values while preserving practical use on the remaining acreage. The easement primarily covers wetland areas, where development is prohibited by the easement. Approximately 47 acres are encumbered. The farm road connecting the two unencumbered portions remains unrestricted, ensuring flexible access. Within the easement areas, private recreational use is limited to hunting and fishing, and the boundaries are appropriately fenced to reflect these limitations. The result is a thoughtful framework: critical habitat is preserved while a Buyer retains attractive, unencumbered ground for a residence, equestrian facilities, and day-to-day operations.