100 S Duck Lake Road - Heber, AZ 85928

DESPAIN RANCH - HEBER, ARIZONA
18,441± Acres | 3,099.66± Deeded | Working Cattle Operation | Water Infrastructure | Hunting Unit 4B | Borders National Forest
Located in the high country of Heber, Arizona--within Navajo County and just north of the Mogollon Rim--Despain Ranch is a financeable, large-scale working cattle operation encompassing approximately 18,441± total acres (3,099.66± deeded) supported by extensive State, BLM, and private grazing lands. Designed for efficiency and long-term sustainability, the ranch supports 324± cow/calf units and features established water infrastructure including 2 wells, storage systems, 11 dirt stock tanks, and natural drainage, along with corrals and historic working facilities. Situated at approximately 6,500 feet elevation, the ranch benefits four mild seasons, moderate winters, and reduced supplemental feeding requirements, making it a cost-conscious and highly functional operation. Positioned within a wind energy corridor and bordering the Sitgreaves National Forest, this property offers both operational strength.
Beyond its operational strength, Despain Ranch is set within one of Northern Arizona's most scenic and recreation-rich regions. Expansive views stretch across Chevelon Canyon, rolling arroyos, and the dramatic landscapes of the Mogollon Rim, creating a true high-country experience. The ranch offers direct access to thousands of additional acres surrounding the Sitgreaves National Forest, ideal for horseback riding, hunting, and exploring. Wildlife is abundant, including Rocky Mountain elk, pronghorn antelope, mule and whitetail deer, black bear, wild turkey, and mountain lion within Arizona's premier Hunting Unit 4B. For outdoor enthusiasts, Chevelon Canyon Lake--just 10± miles away--provides secluded, walk-in access to exceptional trout fishing, while nearby Fool Hollow Lake offers additional year-round recreation. Despite its privacy, the ranch remains conveniently located approximately 1± hour from Petrified Forest National Park and about 3± hours from both the Grand Canyon and Phoenix, providing access to world-class destinations, dining, and international travel.