Ranchline Listings - Crooked Creek Ranch
$2,600,000

About Crooked Creek Ranch

Exceptional western landscapes and long, deep canyons that create stunning panoramic views are the essence of the magnificent Crooked Creek Ranch. Situated in the foothills of the spectacular Guadalupe Mountains, it is a combination of rolling hills and wide-open prairie covered in a profusion of beautiful brightly colored wildflowers, prickly pear cacti and a variety of tall grasses set against a backdrop of crystal clear blue skies.

Approaching the Guadalupes to the south and the west, the terrain begins to get more rugged. Between the sheer canyon walls of the ranch, a narrow road twists and turns as it leads a crooked path to the end of the ranch.

The ranch encompasses more than 26,000 acres (1,320 deeded; 15,063 BLM; 4,024 state; and 6,500 forest, all MOL). This is an area where cattle grazing operations thrive. With a sophisticated pipeline system that delivers water throughout the ranch and an abundance of storage tanks, drinkers and dirt tanks, the Crooked Creek Ranch offers an efficient and effective way to raise cattle. Corrals, pens and barns are in excellent condition, and the residence has been recently renovated and is very comfortable.

Hunting is exceptional at this southwestern paradise. Large numbers of trophy mule deer, herds of Barbary sheep, bobcats, mountain lions and coyotes, along with a healthy quail population, make this region a haven for hunters. A small cabin at the end of the ranch is situated perfectly for a hunter’s quarters.

Crooked Creek Ranch has a long and storied history. As part of the Sargent Seep Allotment, many individuals have been owners of this property. The allotment name came from a trapper named Sargent. At the turn of the century in 1900, Sargent was tracking a bear or lion along the edge of the Guadalupe Mountains. Small live springs are found in this area and Sargent decided to set traps in this area. As the story goes, one day he stepped into one of his traps and was unable to free himself. Eventually he died of dehydration and exposure.

Today, you will find Sargent Canyon on the Crooked Creek Ranch. Throughout the 20th Century, the ranch changed hands on numerous occasions. The current owners, Mikel and Kerrie Bullock, have continued the legacy of the ranch and have made many improvements to the ranch. The barns, corrals and pens are in excellent condition, and the residence has been renovated and is very comfortable. This is a ranch that has always maintained successful cattle or sheep grazing operations, and it is in an area renowned for its wildlife and hunting.

Canyons & Ravines
Steep canyon walls, ravines that are well worn by running water which may flow heavily during monsoon season in late summer months, and a landscape of green and yellow hues are what make up much of this ranch’s southwest quadrant.

Ranch Headqarters
Pens, corrals, barns, and the ranch residence have all been very well maintained and have seen many improvements over recent years. The ranch residence is a block home of over 2,000 square feet that has been nicely maintained and is very comfortable. The barn is spacious and sturdy. The headquarters also has an office.

he ranch’s current owner and his family often compete in local rodeo events. In order to give his wife and children a place to practice, he constructed an arena. His work has paid off; his children often place high in numerous events and his wife is a successful barrel racer.

Cattle & Water
As a cattle ranch, Crooked Creek is rated for 586 cows and 10 horses. Currently, the ranch is running 341 cattle. Water is always an issue at ranches in southeastern New Mexico, but at Crooked Creek Ranch, an extensive pipeline runs throughout the ranch to insure water is always available. The majority of the pipeline in this system is new.

There are 32 storage tanks ranging from 1,500 to 60,000 gallons. Six dirt tanks further insure water avail- ability. A live spring runs year round on the west end of the ranch. Water from the spring is piped to storage tanks.

A barn is located away from the headquarters down one of the canyons and provides a secure place for equipment or supplies. There is also a nice set of corrals.

Windmill
Crooked Creek’s windmill on the west side of the ranch pumps 11 gallons a minute with a submersible pump. Water from this site is piped to various locations throughout the ranch.

Hunting Quarters
The cabin on the west end of the ranch has the potential of being a nice hunter’s quarters. Live springs are right up the hill.