West Rim Ranch CLEMENTSVILLE, IDAHO

WestCLEMENTSVILLE, Rim Ranch IDAHO

Introduction: The West Rim Ranch is located on the quiet side of the Teton Mountain Range on the northwestern rim of the Big Hole Mountains in both Teton County and Madison County, Idaho. The ranch is comprised of 2,553.56 deeded acres of diverse landscape that includes timbered hillsides, large open pastures, deep tree-lined canyons and a 2.5-mile shared border with the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. From north to south, the ranch ascends to meet the forest border with elevated views of the nearby agricultural landscape and larger ranch holdings to the north and west. Wide-open spaces dominate the horizon, which is framed by numerous mountain ranges including the Lemhi Range, Lost River Range, Centennial Range, and the Big Hole Range. On a clear day, one can see the tree-covered hillsides of Yellowstone National Park.

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www.LiveWaterProperties.com Wide Open Spaces...Spanning both Teton and Madison Counties Location: The ranch is located in both Teton and Madison counties, on Idaho’s easternmost edge along the famous Teton Range. Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is positioned an hour and a half away and offers commercial air service, fine dining and endless recreational pursuits. This alpine ranch borders the Caribou-Targhee National Forest along the northern foothills of the Big Hole Mountain Range commonly known as the west rim. The Big Hole Range provides a natural divison between the bustling communities of Idaho Falls and Brigham Young University’s (BYU) Idaho campus in the town of Rexburg (population 80,000) and the Teton Valley communities (population 6,000). An incoming owner will find it convenient to have all of today’s modern conveniences, including commercial air service in Idaho Falls as well as the benefits of Teton Valley within 25 miles of the ranch.

Acreage: The ranch is comprised of 2,553.56 deeded acres with large rolling pastures an annual lease payment of $41,377 for the 1,424.5 acres that are retired. and a modest slope rising to the National Forest boundary at 7,300 feet Most of the contracts were recently renewed and will expire in 2023. The in elevation. The ranch’s deeded acreage spans both Teton and Madison pastures that are enrolled in the CRP program are well established with counties with 1,774.72 acres located in Teton County and the remaining native perennial grass pastures, which offer the local wildlife cover and 778.84 acres in Madison County. Historically, this ranch has been used forage throughout the entire ranch. On the southern portion, one finds as a cattle ranch and small grain farm, however the current owners tree-covered hillsides and open pastures lined with aspens and conifer have temporarily retired the cultivated acreage. During this time, the trees along the nearly 2.5 miles of National Forest boundary. This area ranch has been enrolled in a continuous Conservation Reserve Program offers elevated views overlooking the entire ranch and operational farm (CRP) for the past 12 years. This program is administered through the fields to the north. Long established harvest-to-market roads meander U.S. Department of Agriculture and overseen by the Natural Resources through the ranch, allowing direct and easy access to forest service roads Conservation Service (NRCS) designed to rest and rejuvenate agricultural and millions of acres of public lands. soils while benefiting local wildlife. The program offers the landowners Nearby Live Water:

Many anglers consider the area to be one of the most trout-rich regions in the world. This corner of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, located in southeast Idaho, provides many trout fisheries ranging from small wading streams to large floatable rivers. The Teton River runs through Teton Valley and lies within close proximity to the ranch. Trophy cutthroat and rainbow trout as well as the occasional brook trout inhabit this famous fishery. With rolling meadows that rise up to meet the majestic mountain vistas in all directions, the Teton River is referred to as “the most scenic trout stream in North America.” The Teton River is graced with an abundance of mayfly, stonefly, caddis and midge hatches while terrestrial patterns also work well in the late summer months. Local outfitters have reported, in the Idaho Fly Fishing Guide, catching cutthroat trout as large as 23 inches in size and rainbow trout exceeding 24 inches.

The famed Henry’s Fork, world-renowned for its rainbow and brown trout, lies fifteen miles to the northwest near Ashton. One would be hard pressed to read any publication on western fly fishing and not see the Henry’s Fork highlighted. From the famous salmonfly hatch in the Box Canyon to the sought-after green and brown drake hatches on the Railroad Ranch, the Henry’s Fork is truly an angler’s paradise with nearly year round floating and wading opportunities. Nearby Live Water (continued): The South Fork of the Snake River, commonly known as the “Queen of the Dry Fly”, is a tailwater fishery that flows out of Palisades Dam on the border of Wyoming and Idaho and can be reached within a 1-hour drive from the ranch. The South Fork is an angler’s dream because it offers varied hatches and a healthy population of brown trout, rainbow trout, native Yellow- stone cutthroat and Snake River fine-spotted cutthroat. The South Fork flows for 60 miles through high mountain valleys, rugged canyons and broad flood plains to its confluence with the Henry’s Fork. The Fall River, Bitch Creek, and the waters of Yellowstone National Park are all nearby and easily accessible Conservation Easement: The ranch could provide substantial tax benefits to an incoming owner who places a conservation easement on the property. This is due to the ecologically sensitive nature of the ranch with its profusion of wildlife habitat, including big game movement corridors, wintering and transitional range, sharp-tailed grouse nesting area and overall aesthetics. The Teton Valley Land Trust can be consulted regarding the value of such an easement and would be the likely stewardship organization of this unique property. Wildlife and Hunting: As an extension of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the area offers a diverse population of wildlife, benefitting primarily from the nearby Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Big game species include elk, moose, mule deer, black bear, wolf, mountain lion, bobcat and fox. Birds of interest include the Columbian sharp-tailed grouse, Hungarian partridge, golden eagle, bald eagle and other raptors native to the area as well as more than 60 other bird species.

The current owners have conducted several wildlife studies verifying the importance of the habitat on the West Rim Ranch. In two separate studies, both the Idaho Fish and Game and Intermountain Aquatics, a local environmental consulting firm, identified three sharp-tailed grouse leks, or breeding grounds, on the property. Considering the sharp-tailed grouse is listed as “high priority” in the Idaho Bird Conservation Plan this property and the high density of leks found onsite only solidifies this ranch’s importance in our ecosystem.

The canyons that dissect the plateaus on the property are lined with aspens and conifers and are considered critical habitat for big game. These canyons provide movement corridors, refuge and critical winter and transitional range for these animals.

www.LiveWaterProperties.com Recreation: The ranch offers numerous recreational opportunities onsite, as well as in the adjacent national forest. In addition, Teton Valley boasts an array of recreational diversity that is sure to satisfy outdoor enthusiasts of all types. The Teton River, Canyon Creek, Bitch Creek and other feeder creeks offer nearby access to some of the best trout fisheries in the world. The ranch’s highly desirable National Forest boundary provides convenient access to the expansive wilderness of Caribou-Targhee National Forest and its elaborate series of trail systems. This public land offers many additional activities including horseback riding, hiking, biking, camping, hunting and snowmobiling. The southwest entrance to Yellowstone National Park is 45 minutes from the ranch, and Grand Teton National Park is a scenic hour and a half drive via Teton Valley and Jackson Hole, Wyoming. West Rim••Maps are for visual Ranch aid only accuracy Terrain is not guaranteed. Map West••Maps are for Rim visual aid only accuracy Ranch is not guaranteed, Aerial Public Lands Map in green Summary: • 2,553.56 deeded acres • Spanning both Teton and Madison counties • 25 miles from Driggs and Rexburg, Idaho • 25 miles from FBO in Driggs for private aircraft • 1 hour to commercial air service in Idaho Falls • Access via year round maintained County Road • Borders Caribou-Targhee National Forest for 2.5 miles • Rolling topography with open pastures and timber • Big game migration corridor • Conveniently located near the Teton River and Henry’s Fork • Upland bird nesting habitat • No conservation easement in place

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Notes: 1) This is an exclusive listing of Live Water Properties LLC; an agent of Live Water Properties must be present to conduct PRICE: $6,500,000 a showing. The owners respectfully request that other agents and/or prospective buyers contact Live Water Properties TAXES: $5,526 in 2015 in advance to schedule a proper showing and do not attempt to tour or trespass the property on their own. Thank you. CONTACT: Please contact Tate Jarry or Carlos 2) Offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information provided herein is intended as a general guideline and has been provided by sources deemed Ordonez at Live Water Properties, 866.734.6100, to reliable, but the accuracy of which we cannot guarantee. schedule a showing. 3) Live Water Properties LLC represents the Seller as a Seller’s Agent.

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