Fremont County
Cap Rock Ranch Lot 2A
TBD Cap Rock Dr. Canon City, CO 81212
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Description
Located along Cap Rock Drive in the scenic high country of Fremont County, Colorado, this 36.02± acre property offers a secluded mountain setting with impressive rock formations, varied terrain, expansive views, and excellent opportunities to observe wildlife throughout the surrounding countryside. Accessed through a gated entrance and situated in an area with very few neighboring homes, the property provides plenty of room to explore, enjoy the outdoors, and consider future improvements without the congestion found in more heavily developed areas.
Cap Rock Drive follows the northern boundary of the property, providing maintained gravel road frontage along the higher elevations of the parcel. This location offers convenient drive-on access, with electrical service available along the road and elevated areas overlooking the City Creek drainage and surrounding hillsides. Direct views toward the prominent Cap Rock formation create an impressive backdrop, while distant mountain views, including Pikes Peak, can be enjoyed from portions of the property.
The landscape features an interesting mixture of open hillsides, rocky terrain, natural draws, and scattered vegetation, with a substantial gully running through the central portion of the acreage. Small pockets of thicker oak brush and pine provide additional cover and contrast with the more open areas, while scattered rock outcroppings and natural overlooks create excellent vantage points across the surrounding country. The varied topography gives the property considerable character, with opportunities to explore different elevations and enjoy changing perspectives of the mountains, valleys, and nearby rock formations. Portions of the western boundary are fenced.
Wildlife is one of the property's most appealing characteristics, with elk, mule deer, black bear, wild turkey, and numerous other species frequenting the area. The surrounding hillsides provide excellent opportunities to watch wildlife moving through the landscape, particularly in the direction of Cap Rock, where elk can often be observed across the distant slopes. Whether watching a herd of elk travel along a hillside, glassing the surrounding country from one of the property's natural overlooks, or simply enjoying the activity of wildlife throughout the seasons, this acreage offers a rewarding setting for anyone who appreciates Colorado's outdoors.
Despite its secluded location, the property is just a short drive from Colorado Highway 11 / High Park Road, providing convenient access toward Cañon City, Cripple Creek, and other destinations throughout the region. Maintained gravel roads provide year-round access, subject to weather conditions, allowing owners to enjoy the property throughout the changing seasons.
Cañon City offers shopping, dining, supplies, medical services, and access to the Arkansas River corridor, one of southern Colorado's most popular destinations for outdoor recreation. The river is well known for whitewater rafting, kayaking, and fishing, while the surrounding foothills provide additional opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and exploring the region's rugged terrain. Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, Skyline Drive, and the extensive trail systems around Cañon City add to the area's recreational appeal.
To the north, the historic mining town of Cripple Creek offers restaurants, entertainment, casinos, and a glimpse into Colorado's gold-mining history. The surrounding mountains and backcountry roads provide opportunities for scenic drives, wildlife viewing, and exploring the high country. Lake George, Woodland Park, and the greater Pikes Peak region are also within reach, offering access to fishing, camping, hiking, and numerous other outdoor activities.
Large areas of public land throughout the region provide additional opportunities for hunting, hiking, camping, and backcountry recreation, subject to applicable access and use regulations. The nearby Pike National Forest and surrounding public lands offer extensive mountain country to explore, while Pikes Peak remains one of Colorado's most recognizable landmarks and a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
For buyers looking for a substantial acreage parcel in a quiet mountain setting, this property offers an appealing combination of seclusion, scenic terrain, and convenient access. The elevated road frontage, nearby electrical service, open hillsides, natural rock formations, and distant mountain views provide an excellent foundation for a private recreational getaway or potential future building plans, subject to applicable county requirements and approvals.
With 36.02± acres, convenient access from Cap Rock Drive, and a location that combines privacy with proximity to some of southern Colorado's most popular outdoor destinations, this Fremont County property provides an opportunity to enjoy the landscape, wildlife, and recreational lifestyle that make this region so desirable.
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Small Game, Big Game, Predators, Gated Entrance, Surface Only
Details
- 36.02± acres in Fremont County, Colorado
- Secluded setting accessed through a gated entrance, with very few neighboring homes
- Elevated gravel road frontage along Cap Rock Drive with convenient drive-on access
- Year-round access via maintained roads, subject to weather conditions
- Electrical service available along Cap Rock Drive
- Views toward Cap Rock, distant hillsides, and Pikes Peak
- Open terrain with rocky outcroppings, scenic overlooks, a central gully, and scattered pockets of oak and pine
- Elk, mule deer, bear, turkey, and other wildlife frequent the surrounding area
- Partial fencing along the western boundary
- Convenient access to Colorado Highway 11 / High Park Road, Cañon City, Cripple Creek, and regional public lands
- Boundary lines are approximate
- No seller financing
Area Links
- Colorado Big Game Hunting
- Colorado Hunting Atlas
- Canon City, CO
- Guffey, CO
- Guffey Bakery
- Mountain Aries Market
- Whitewater Bar and Grill
- 8 Mile Bar and Grill
- Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience
- Echo Canyon River Expeditions
- Royal Gorge Helicopter Tours
- Royal Gorge Yurts
- Arkansas River
- Royal Gorge Bridge and Park
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