Name of Property: Melton Ranch

Size: 1015 acres
Location: San Miguel County
Eco-region: Southern Shortgrass Prairie
Conservation Values: Agricultural land, wildlife habitat, & scenic open space
Type of Project: Donated Conservation Easement
Date Completed: November 2004

 

Property Description:The Melton Ranch is located two miles east of Las Vegas and approximately two and a half miles north of the Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge. The property consists entirely of open grassland and is part of an 11,000-acre cattle ranch. The property provides a natural habitat for mule deer, pronghorn antelope, and a variety of small mammals and birds, including coyotes, golden eagle, prairie falcon and rough-legged hawks. The property also provides tremendous views of Las Vegas and the Sangre de Cristo Range which forms the city’s spectacular mountain backdrop. In November 2004, Mr. Melton sold 538 acres of the propertywith the easement in place to new owners.

 

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