Owning a ranch in the Black Hills is about more than acreage. It is about having the space to build a legacy, care for livestock, enjoy wide open landscapes, and experience the rhythm of rural life while remaining within easy reach of the conveniences of town. This 518± acre ranch near Hermosa, South Dakota, brings those opportunities together with an established agricultural setup, functional improvements, dependable water infrastructure, and sweeping views of Black Elk Peak and the surrounding Black Hills.

Located just a few miles from Highway 79 and approximately 20 miles from Rapid City, the property offers a balance that is increasingly difficult to find. Spend your days working cattle, riding horseback across rolling pastures, or enjoying the peaceful setting, then make a short drive to access shopping, medical care, restaurants, schools, and the regional airport. Whether you're operating a working ranch, raising a family in the country, or simply looking for room to breathe, this location provides the convenience of town without giving up the privacy and lifestyle that rural western South Dakota is known for.

Designed with livestock production in mind, the ranch has been thoughtfully developed over the years. The landscape consists of gently rolling hills, productive pasture, and natural draws that provide both character and function. The property is fenced and cross-fenced, creating multiple grazing pastures that simplify livestock rotation and day-to-day management.

Reliable water is one of the foundations of any successful ranch, and this property is equipped with infrastructure that supports those operations. The house is on a 1800-gallon cistern and a shallow well that also supplies the home. Multiple cattle tanks, hydrants, wells, and water distribution systems are already in place throughout the ranch.

At the heart of the ranch sits a well-maintained home offering three bedrooms (one non-conforming) and two bathrooms. Updated with new LP SmartSide siding in 2024 and a durable metal roof, the home has been cared for and is ready to serve as the headquarters of the operation. Utilities have been maintained, a radon mitigation system has been installed, and the home is supplied by a well and cistern system. Inside, the basement includes a kitchenette and a large utility sink, providing additional flexible living and workspace. All kitchen appliances will remain with the property.

Surrounding the home, mature cedar trees create a natural windbreak. Imagine beginning each morning with coffee on the porch and ending the day with South Dakota sunsets stretching across your own ranch. These are the moments that define country living.

The improvements continue to support both ranching and everyday life. A pole barn with electricity, partial concrete flooring, and a built-in workbench offers space for equipment storage and projects. The detached three-car metal garage features a concrete floor, electricity, metal siding, and a metal roof. A livestock barn with stalls, corrals, and a tack room creates an efficient setup for handling cattle and horses, while the metal garden shed, established garden area with hydrant, and mature crab apple tree add functionality around the homesite.

The rolling terrain provides numerous scenic vantage points across the property. From many locations, the Black Hills become the backdrop to everyday life, offering a setting that changes with every season. The ranch provides ample space for horseback riding, hiking, hunting opportunities common to the region, and simply enjoying the quiet beauty of western South Dakota.

The property is conveniently located near several western South Dakota communities.

Approximate distances include:

• Hermosa: 6 miles

• Rapid City: 15 miles

• Custer: 30 miles

• Black Hawk: 22 miles

• Box Elder: 20 miles

Whether your goal is to continue an established livestock operation, build a lasting family ranch, or invest in a substantial piece of western South Dakota, this 518± acre property offers the infrastructure, location, and scenery to support that vision. Opportunities to own a ranch with this combination of productive pasture, practical improvements, dependable water, and iconic Black Hills views are becoming increasingly difficult to find.

All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyers are responsible for verifying acreage, boundaries, water systems, utilities, easements, zoning, building eligibility, and any intended future use.

Highlights

• 518± acres in Pennington County, South Dakota

• Approximately 6 miles from Hermosa and 20 miles from Rapid City

• 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 2,396± sq. ft. home

• New LP SmartSide siding installed in 2024 and a metal roof

• Fenced and cross-fenced pasture for livestock

• Multiple wells, hydrants, cattle tanks, and a stock pond

• Pole barn, livestock barn, detached three-car garage, and garden shed

• Rolling hills, natural draws, and established grazing land

• Views of the Black Hills and Black Elk Peak

• Convenient access from Highway 79