Expansive $80 Million Wyoming Ranch Surpasses Total Area of Los Angeles and New York City in Size Combined
A Gargantuan Wyoming Ranch Hits the Market
A historic and vast cattle ranch named Pathfinder Ranches in Wyoming is now up for sale, covering approximately 916,000 acres and stretching from the Devil's Gate gorge to the Pedro and Ferris Mountain ranges. With a price tag of $79.5 million, the ranch is larger than the state of Rhode Island and about four times the size of New York City.
A Piece of History
Originating as a homestead in the 1800s, Pathfinder Ranches grew over time to its current enormous size. It sits on historically significant land traversed by several pioneer trails, including the Oregon Trail, Pony Express, California Trail, and Mormon Trail. Near the ranch lies Independence Rock, a landmark where many 19th-century pioneers carved their names into granite, marking their journey westward.
A Working Ranch with a Conscience
Pathfinder Ranches features varied natural landscapes, including rolling grasslands, river corridors, mountain ranges, and notable rock formations like Devil’s Gate canyon. It supports a working cattle and horse operation with numerous barns, corrals, shops, spring-fed ponds, hay acreage, cow camps, and employee housing. The property encompasses a conservation easement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service protecting wetland and floodplain areas as well as important wildlife habitat.
Modern Retreat Amidst the Wild West
One of the highlights of Pathfinder Ranches is the Great Pathfinder Lodge, a modern yet rustic retreat amid the ranch's landscape. This nine-bedroom, 7.5-bath residence spans over 6,500 square feet, offering a bar and billiards area, and views of the Mountain West from all around.
A Rare Opportunity
Pathfinder Ranches is currently leased out in four separate operating units. As a working ranch, it is home to a spacious residence and approximately 3,400 cows. The ranch also owns and maintains the first habitat conservation bank for sage-grouse in the United States. With its deep pioneer heritage and important conservation value, Pathfinder Ranches presents a rare opportunity for those seeking a truly unique and historically significant property.
This article was written by Tori Latham, the digital staff writer at the website where it is published. Tori previously worked as a copy editor at The Atlantic and has written for publications including The Cut and The Hollywood Reporter.
[1] Pathfinder Ranches [2] Listing for Pathfinder Ranches [3] Wyoming Stock Growers Association [4] Wyoming Business Report [5] Ranch Property Journal
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