Riverfront Acreage for Sale in Salida, CO

Salida Colorado Riverfront Property for Sale – 5.2 ± Acres on South Arkansas River

This rare 5.2-acre riverfront property in Salida, Colorado, offers approximately 350 feet of South Arkansas River frontage and borders National Forest, providing unmatched privacy and access to outdoor recreation. The lot features a mix of towering Ponderosa pines, spruce, aspens, and lush meadows, with a level building area, year-round access, and power on-site. Wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy frequent visits from elk, deer, turkeys, and even moose and bears. Just steps away are hundreds of miles of trails, jeep roads, and roadless National Forest areas for hiking, biking, skiing, snowmobiling, and hunting. Located in the gated and covenant-controlled Monarch Rivers Estates subdivision, the property ensures privacy and protected values, while still being only seven miles to Monarch Ski Area and twelve miles to downtown Salida. Access to the Colorado Trail is less than a half mile away, making this property a unique blend of riverfront serenity, outdoor adventure, and convenience.

Property Features:

• 5.2-acre riverfront lot on South Arkansas River in Salida, Colorado
• Borders National Forest for privacy and scenic views
• Mix of Ponderosa pines, spruce, aspens, and meadows
• Level building area with year-round access and power on-site
• Frequent wildlife: elk, deer, turkeys, moose, and bears
• Hundreds of miles of trails, jeep roads, and roadless National Forest nearby
• Outdoor recreation: fishing, hunting, hiking, biking, skiing, snowmobiling
• Gated, covenant-controlled Monarch Rivers Estates subdivision
• Seven miles to Monarch Ski Area and twelve miles to downtown Salida
• Less than ½ mile from Colorado Trail access

Things to Do in Salida Colorado – Rafting, Hiking, Fishing, and Elk Hunting

Salida, Colorado, offers world-class outdoor recreation that perfectly complements this 192-acre ranch. The Arkansas River, just minutes from the property, is renowned for its whitewater rafting and kayaking, drawing enthusiasts from across the country. Mountain biking and hiking are abundant, with miles of trails in the nearby San Isabel National Forest and Collegiate Peaks Wilderness providing scenic routes for all skill levels. Anglers will find prime fly fishing opportunities in the Arkansas River and surrounding high-country streams, home to trophy trout. For hunting and wildlife enthusiasts, the area features abundant elk and deer populations, with the ranch itself offering resident elk herds and access to Colorado Game Management Units for big game hunting. These top recreational opportunities make Salida, Colorado, a year-round destination for adventure, nature, and outdoor living.