Eastern Oregon Mascall Ranch

This Eastern Oregon Ranch has been in the family name since 1864 when the first 320 acres was purchased while today it currently is operated by 5th generation family members & there is a reason why. The Mascall Ranch is an absolute must see with breathtaking views, significant water sources, & extreme land diversity from irrigated ground to pristine hunting. The 6,242+/- acre ranch is bordered by the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, intertwined with BLM ground that includes a 204 AUM permit, state lands with a lease, & the Ochoco National Forest to the south, being within 4 miles of the Black Canyon Wilderness Area. The ground has a wide variety of terrain with most of it consisting of rangeland with vast drainages & hills. The south end of the ranch is composed mostly of timber with a variety of pine, fir, aspen, juniper, etc. Water sources are found throughout with the presence of springs & creeks before they enter the John Day River with 1.75 miles that runs through the ranch. Cottonwood Creek, Dry Creek, & Rattlesnake Creek are the main portions of water. Irrigation is supplied from the John Day River & Cottonwood Creek that flood the 354.7+/- acres of water rights. A variety of diversion ditches help push water throughout the acreage with a pump pulling from the John Day River once Cottonwood Creek expires. No shortage of hunting, fishing or other recreational opportunities across the acreage. With the timber & range, a variety of big game are found throughout with rocky mountain elk, mule deer, antelope, cougar, & black bear. Upland game of quail & chukars are throughout the vast drainages with waterfowl resting in the flood irrigated fields. Fishing opportunities arise from both Cottonwood Creek & John Day River with small mouth bass, rainbow trout, Redband trout, steelhead, & more. The Mascall Ranch has unbelievable qualities that separate itself from the typical property with its diversity & picturesque landscape. The current ranch runs roughly 250-300 head of cattle with a balanced outfit of irrigation & feed. *Owner needs to probate roughly 650 deeded acres to sell. Currently in lis pendens, all offers are subject to court approval. Contact the listing broker for ID on the parcels or any questions * IRRIGATION: The ranch features 354.7+/- acres of water rights in flood irrigation utilizing a network of diversion ditches, ensuring efficient water distribution across the meadows. Situated near Highway 26 and a portion up the Antone Highway Road & Cottonwood Creek, the irrigated meadows are easily accessible along the John Day River. The portion irrigated up Antone Highway Rd has two concrete diversion points equipped with fish screens that draw water from Cottonwood Creek. The remaining portion along the highway and improvements irrigate from Cottonwood Creek until late June early July before transitioning to the John Day River for the remaining irrigated season. Water Rights have priorities dating back between 1870 & 1930. The native meadows yield up to two hay cuttings annually providing enough winter feed to make this a balanced outfit. RECREATION: With the land encompassing nearly 6,300 acres & easy access to a variety of public grounds, it makes the layout extremely unique & accessible. A range of recreational activities can be done whether that is horseback riding, back country riding on ATV's, floating the John Day River, hunting, & fishing. Hunting range across the board with fantastic opportunities of various types of hunting. Big game consists of Mule Deer, Antelope, Rocky Mt Elk, & Bear while also having upland bird hunting of grouse & quail. Turkey can be found along the John Day River where fishing opportunities of small mouth bass, rainbow trout, Redband trout, steelhead, & more. IMPROVEMENTS: The ranch features a handful of outbuildings all located along Highway 26 with 2 homes on it, one being 1,470sqft & the other 820 sq ft.