High Country Paradise! Own your piece of Colorado history and adventure with six patented mining claims totaling 60 acres in the breathtaking Minnehaha Basin of San Juan County. County Road 51 ends just below the property. While there isn't a direct road in, there's a non-exclusive easement across private land from CR 51. This property will require a buyer who can envision the rarity & potential of this property. The buyer will also need to know how to effectively negotiate County regulations, to obtain improvement permits. Enjoy your own private mountain playground with endless opportunities for year-round recreation. The expansive terrain is perfect for your own private ski area, snowmobiling, hiking, hunting, and exploring the rugged beauty of Colorado's San Juan Mountains. History runs deep here: Mines dot the surrounding landscape within a mile, including the historic Lead Carbonate Mine just 200 feet away, which was active until the 1950s. Carbonatites are rare, carbonate-rich igneous rocks that serve as the world's primary source for light rare earth elements (REEs) and niobium. A unique type of igneous rock made up of more than 50% primary carbonate minerals like calcite or dolomite, rather than typical silicate minerals. REEs are vital for electric vehicle motors, wind turbines, and electronics. Seller will retain a 3% royalty on mining interests. Neither the Seller nor Listing Broker makes any representation or warranty regarding the presence, quantity, or quality of any ore or mineral deposits on the Property. The Property has never been drilled or mined, and no testing or exploration has been conducted to verify the presence of ore. Buyers are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence and investigations regarding mineral potential.
| MLS # | 836589 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Days On Site | 115 |
| Listing Provided By | Karen Srebacic-Sites, Independent Broker | Karen Srebacic-Sites |
| Acreage | 60.00 |
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| Property View | Yes |
| List Aor | Durango Area Association Of Realtors |
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| Property | 722 |
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| State | CO |
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| County | San Juan |
| City | Silverton |
| Zip Code | 81433 |
| Area | Silverton |
| School District | Silverton 9-12 |
| Elementary School | Silverton K-5 |
| High School | Silverton 9-12 |
| Listing VS Median (in 81433) | |
Price: $47,000 low | high Med: $749,900 On site: 115 low | high Med: 205 | |
| State | CO |
|---|---|
| County | San Juan |
| City | Silverton |
| Zip Code | 81433 |
| Area | Silverton |
| School District | Silverton 9-12 |
| Elementary School | Silverton K-5 |
| High School | Silverton 9-12 |
| Listing VS Median (in 81433) | |
Price: $47,000 low | high Med: $749,900 On site: 115 low | high Med: 205 | |