Aztec Private Retreat consists of 62.1 +/- Deeded acres. This beautiful 62.1 acre +/- Building Site/recreational, property is located less than 10 minutes from downtown Aztec and a short 15 miles Navajo Lake and the Quality Waters of the San Juan River. Farmington is less than 16 miles away with all the major shopping venues such as Sam's Club Walmart, Target, Albertson's to fill your needs. Durango Colorado is less than hours' drive. +/- 62.1 Deeded Acres With the anticipated uptick in Oil & Natural Gas Production, now is the time to buy property in San Juan County, before prices go up and the availability of quality building sites goes down. Accessed via NM State Route 170. From Aztec proceed north on US 550 for one mile, Take NM 173 East for 5 miles, take the paved road San Juan County Road 2550 for 1/2 mile , then continue for 1/4 mile on the dirt road to southern property Boundary Grassy Bottoms, Pinon, Cedar, Sage Brush, Mountain Mahoney cover most of the property with several open areas to gaze the stars or the open valley below. Sitting in an alcove next to a high ridge, the high spots on the property offer excellent building sites with un-obstructed views of the La Plata and San Juan Mountains in Colorado. With an un-obstructed view of the Western horizon, the New Mexico Sunsets are a sight that will leave anyone Awe struck. There are no improvements on the property, which leaves the new owner to develop and build on the property their dream home and other playground improvements. Power is adjacent to the Property via an existing power line. Water to the property can be obtained via city water line that is less than 1/4 mile from the property boundary, cost of tapping into the existing water line to supply city water to the property and associated costs will need to be arranged with the local water users system owner. The San Juan County Fire Center Point Station 2 is less than a mile from the property boundary. With a fire hydrant just a few hundred yards from the southern boundary, fire response is virtually at your door step. Durango Colorado is less than hours' drive. World Class Skiing awaits you at the world famous Purgatory Resort, Wolf Creek or Telluride all with an hour or two drive from the property. The property has several ATV trails that wonder through the property and surrounding Bureau of Land Management and NM State Trust lands. With the east boundary consisting of rock bluffs, the property offers endless possibilities for rock climbing and exploring. The property is bordered by NM State Trust Land & Bureau of Land Management lands on the east and south sides. The ranch is less than 30 minutes drive from The San Juan River quality waters. the San Juan River is world renowned for providing some of the most rewarding trout fishing you will ever experience. The San Juan River quality waters, which is a 4 miles stretch of river below Navajo Lake Dam is a consistent producer of both rainbows and browns averaging 16 to 18 inches, with many reaching much larger proportions. Recent studies have suggested that there are more than 15,000 fish per mile; WOW that's a lot of fish!!! The City of Aztec's Tiger Park is less than 4 miles from the property, the park features Covered picnic areas with BBQ grills, Public fishing (NM fishing license required), Half-mile walking/jogging track around lake, ADA accessible restrooms The famed Navajo Reservoir also offers world class boating, water sports and fishing and is less than 45 minutes' drive from the property. Numerous lakes that offer great family fishing and recreation are within a hours drive. Hiking, Camping, Hunting, ATV Riding are all available on the property Small animals, such as rabbits, coyotes, fox can be found on the property, mule deer are often seen on the and around the property. There are currently no agricultural actives on the property. .   Water/Mineral Rights & Natural Resources NONE / Presently Held By Others One active oil/natural gas well is located on the property, Hillcorp is the owner of the well. Previous owner has a surface agreement with Hillcorp. . The property will make an amazing site to build a rural dream home. With a few high end homes that are close to the property, your dream home will not be out of place. The property also may be suited to be divided into a couple of smaller parcels, which opens the possibility of gaining some revenue from the sale to build your dream home. Check with local and county zoning and regulations The Aztec region of New Mexico has a semi-arid climate with hot summers, cool winters, and large temperature swings. Temperature Average annual temperature: High 73°F, low 30°F Winter temperature (January): High 40°F, low 18°F Summer temperature (July): High 91°F, low 60°F Frost-free period: May 10 to October 6 Average annual precipitation: 7.87 in   The area is rich in history from the Native American tribes to the early Spanish settlers that called the area home. With Aztec Ruins, Chaco Canyon, Mesa Verde National Parks just a short driving distance from the property. Chaco Canyon is less than an hour drive from the property; Mesa Verde is less than two hours' drive. Aztec Ruins and many other Anasazi sites are nearby. There are numerous petroglyphs and ancient ruins that dot the landscape in Largo Wash and the numerous finger canyons in the area, This makes this area an ideal are for the avid or novice explorer.     Please call or email today for more information on this unique property and answer any questions you might have and to schedule a qualified showing. Financial verification is required prior to all showings Co brokers welcome Area communities driving distance Aztec New Mexico: within 10 minuite drive Farmington New Mexico: within a 30 minuite drive Albuquerque: within two & half hour's drive Durango Colorado: within a 30 minuite drive Santa Fe: within 3 hour drive Navajo Reservoir: within a 30 miniute drive