CSC Ranch

Description

Experience the best of the country lifestyle at this premier foothills property encompassing 78 acres. Enjoy incredible vistas, convenient access, and year-round adventure near iconic Black Hills landmarks, public lands, and diverse outdoor activities. The ranch features a well-maintained 3-bedroom home, a large shop, and multiple outbuildings. Cross-fencing, multiple water tanks, corrals, and round pen make it ideal for horse enthusiasts or small-scale livestock operations. Situated in the expansive basin southwest of Sundance, the land offers sweeping views of the surrounding mountain ranges, including Inyan Kara Mountain and the Bear Lodge Mountains. This central location is within easy driving distance of several towns, including 15 minutes to Sundance or Upton and 45 minutes to Spearfish, SD. A breathtaking panorama is one of northeastern Wyoming’s most desirable regions. 

CSC Ranch
Sundance, Wyoming
78 acres - $945,000

Property: The property consists of 78 acres, which has been surveyed. It includes two parcels within Sundance Canyon Ranch which provides opportunity to split the land into two parcels after purchase. Tract 80A has direct access from Douglas Road and Tract 80B could have a separate entrance directly from Broad Axe Road. 

The land is cross-fenced into six pastures. The southwest pasture has a parcel of adjacent private lease fenced in. In total, there are about 400 acres of private grazing leases near the ranch that may be available for the new owner to lease, but which are not a part of the sale and are not guaranteed. 

Terrain: The topography is a blend of grassy meadows, rolling hills, native pasturelands, and hay fields. The fields consist of about 28 acres that are in grass-alfalfa hay. Interesting rock outcroppings line the hills where petrified wood has been found. Around the home, a shelterbelt of cedar, willow, and spruce is established and has a drip irrigation system. The site has southern exposure and long-range views in every direction. The land sits at an elevation in the range of 4,700 feet. 

Home: The well-kept ranch-style home was built in 1995 and remodeled in 2012. The open design includes 1,456 square feet of living space with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The main living areas have a flowing concept connecting the kitchen, dining and living room, creating an inviting atmosphere for entertaining guests. The kitchen has a snack bar, built-in pantry, generous cabinetry, and ample counter space. The dining area has a cozy pellet stove and glass patio doors leading to the back deck and private yard. The living room has a southern view of the surrounding hills. The two-car attached garage is heated and has extra space for freezers and recreational gear. Outdoor living is enhanced with both a north-facing deck and a south-facing covered porch—perfect spots to relax and enjoy the panoramic scenery throughout the seasons.

Outbuildings & Livestock Improvements:
* 48’ x 56’ Shop (built in 2013): Concrete floor, 3 overhead doors, and work bench. 
* 20’ x 60’ Barn (built in 1995) Has an open front horse shelter on one side and is enclosed on the other side with two stalls, electricity and concrete alley. 
* 16’ x 30’ Shed (built in 1960) has tack room in one side and electricity. 
* 8’ x 12’ Storage Shed (built in 2012). 
* 50’ Round Pen with sand footing, perfect for training and exercising horses.  
* Continuous fence corrals equipped with automatic waterers, and windbreaks. A riding arena is incorporated into the corrals. 
Abundant gravel parking areas for horse trailers and RVs surround the buildings. 

Water: The home is supplied by a shared artesian well located on a neighboring property, which is reported to be 1,375 feet deep.  

The livestock water tanks are served by a separate on-site well, which is permitted at 150 feet deep. The waterlines feed five water tanks, including two automatic drinkers at the corrals, one tire tank and two Cobett automatic tanks.  

Utilities and Other Systems:
Power - Powder River Energy (Sundance).
Phone – Landline service through Range. There is limited cellphone service in the area.
Internet – Range, fiber line. 
Sewer - Septic tank and leach field system. (Documents are not available.) 
Siding – Hardie Plank.
Roof – Asphalt shingles installed in 2022.
Heating – Electric heat pump and pellet stove. 
Cooling - Central air. 
Water Filter - The home has a reverse osmosis filter supplying a faucet on the kitchen sink. 

Covenants & Road District: The property has covenants - Click here to download. The covenants allow for 13 head of horses or livestock. 

There is an improvement district for road maintenance in Sundance Canyon Ranch. The current fee is $500 annually and is billed with the real estate taxes.

Recreation and Area Information:  The ranch provides access to the year-round recreational amenities of the Black Hills. You'll find hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, golf, ATV trails, groomed snowmobile trails, downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, rodeos, rock climbing and much more. The variety of choices for outdoor activities is limitless. The Bear Lodge Mountains offers access to hundreds of thousands of acres of Black Hills National Forest lands and parcels of Wyoming State Trust Land are within a few miles of the ranch. 

Sundance (population 1,143) has a small-town atmosphere, with good community services. Spearfish, South Dakota (population 11,091) a 45-minute drive northeast, is a regional hub for shopping, dining, art, history, cultural experiences, entertainment, and medical care. 

Wildlife: Sightings of mule deer, antelope, and turkey are frequent on the property. The surrounding area of the Black Hills and northeastern Wyoming is prime habitat for a variety of wildlife including whitetail deer, elk, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote, fox, eagles and hawks. 

Location and Access: This rural setting is southwest of Sundance and northeast of Upton, with great access, just 0.3 miles from paved Highway 116. To access the property from Sundance travel south on Highway 116 for 13.5 miles, then turn right on Douglas Road. Continue north for 0.3miles, the ranch is on the left. Douglas Road is a county-maintained gravel road and Broad Axe Road borders the southern edge of the property. This desirable location is within commuting distance of several communities.

Approximate mileage to area towns and destinations:

• Sundance, WY—14 miles,
• Upton, WY – 15 miles,
• Moorcroft, WY – 35 miles,
• Devils Tower, WY—40 miles,
• Spearfish, SD—45 miles,
• Deadwood, SD—61 miles,
• Gillette, WY—63 miles,
• Rapid City, SD—91 miles,
• Sheridan, WY - 165 miles,
• Casper, WY– 180 miles,
• Billings, MT—295 miles. 

Showings: The property is shown by appointment only, your consideration is appreciated.