Distances to other Cities:

Baker City, Oregon -        30.38 miles     
Pendleton, Oregon -       125.36 miles
Boise, Idaho -                 158.08 miles
Bend, Oregon -               225.14 miles 
Portland, Oregon -          334.02 miles
Seattle, Washington -     408.29 miles

Acreage: 

The property consists of 7957 deeded acres with well balanced timber, open meadows, range and irrigated hay fields.  The character of the landscape is very appealing with smooth, gently rolling terrain and deep soils allowing the ranch to be very usable and accessible. 

The current owners have tremendous pride of ownership as they have implemented a forest management plan and have executed it precisely over the past 50 years.  The dominate timber species includes Doug Fir, Ponderosa Pine, Western Larch (Tamarack). 
The property also provides 700 + acres of tillable soils currently planted to grass with water rights out of the Burnt River.   In addition the ranch controls grazing rights to over 700 + acres of internal BLM lands. 

Livestock: 

A complete ranch providing year round grazing, the Shumway Family has historically operated 500 pairs, 200 yearlings and numerous bulls.  The condition of the grass is excellent as the owners have intermittently planted grasses through out the ranch providing excellent feed livestock and wildlife.  Over the years several grazing programs have been developed and executed providing balanced pastures.  In total there are six separate pastures including the irrigated meadows.

In addition, the Shumway operation annually leases an additional 3700 acres of area pastures of which 180 acres are irrigated meadows.  The landlords have acknowledged their intent to continue the same leasing program to a new owner.  

Within the boundaries of the ranch in include 320 acres of exchange use with the adjacent owner. 

Timber:

• A current timber cruise was completed in 2011.  The result of the timber cruise inventory is 13,605 MBF.  The total gross MBF was 14,198 MBF, but after removing chip wood material and applying a 3% hidden defect to the timber cruise, the result is 13,605 MBF.   

Water:

There are multiple water sources including the Burnt River flowing through the heart of the ranch.  In addition, there are numerous year around mountain creeks and over 20 developed springs.  The annual irrigation cost ($5.32 per acre) for the 700 acres of water rights are collected through county tax rolls. 

The Burnt River is a 98-mile-long tributary feeding into the Snake River.  The river begins at Unity Reservoir at the confluence of the north, middle, and south forks of the river. The reservoir is slightly east of the Whitman National Forest in the Blue Mountains and slightly north of Unity. Unity Lake State Recreation Site adjoins the reservoir. As it leaves the lake, the river flows under Oregon Route 245, then runs east along the highway past Hereford and Bridgeport and, through the Burnt River Canyon, to Durkee. Turning generally south at Durkee, the river runs along Interstate 84 past Weatherby, Dixie, and Lime before flowing under the Interstate and turning east again. Shortly thereafter, it passes Huntington and reaches the Snake.

Recreation and Wildlife: 

If you’re an avid outdoorsman, then look no further, as this ranch provides the pristine mountains, canyons and horizon-stretched sagebrush hills home to a wide variety of species including Rocky Mountain Elk, Mule Deer, Bear, grouse and Turkey.  Located in the Sumpter unit, the ranch qualifies for five (5) Landowner Preference Tags (LOP) under the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife guidelines.  See the eastern Oregon unit map in the back of this package or visit www.dfw.state.or.us. 

For the fisherman, popular nearby fishing opportunities within the region include:

Malheur Reservoir: 

Malheur Reservoir was a well-known, year-round, high-desert fishery especially popular with the float tube, fly-angling crowd wishing to catch large rainbow trout.   Malheur Reservoir sits at an elevation of 3,350 feet, surrounded by sagebrush, hills, and very little shade. When full, it comprises 1,300 acres with an average depth of 40 feet and a maximum depth of 105 feet near the dam. There are 12.5 miles of shoreline, all accessible to the angler by either foot or boat. The reservoir is privately owned but sits on public lands, and access has graciously been granted for public use.

Unity Reservoir:

The high desert surroundings of this park offer a unique experience to its guests. The smell of juniper lingers in the air and thrills the senses. The cool grass of the park is a vibrant contrast to the sagebrush and wheatgrass of the bordering lands. The Burnt River comes to rest behind the Unity Dam before continuing its path down the valley. Relax on the shores or enjoy water sports. There's a boat ramp to accommodate the water skier as well as the angler. Peacefulness will engulf you at Unity Lake State Recreation Area, whatever you choose to do.

Anthony Lakes Winter Ski Area:

Anthony Lakes typically opens in November and stays open into April and is arguably the best kept powder secret in the country, with an average annual snowfall of 300 inches.

Improvements: 

The ranch provides housing for three families.  All the housing is updated to modern standards and adequate for the area's climate.  A fourth home is available, however, it is not currently being habited. 
 
Home details:
            Bed     Bath    Heat     
#1        3          2          Wood & Electric
#2        3          2.5       Wood & Electric
#3        4          3          Wood & Electric
 
Other Amenities –

• Shop
• Horse Barn
• Livestock/Horse working facilities
• Above ground fuel tanks

Climate:

In the Baker County area, the summers are warm and winters are cold.  In the winter months, the average temperatures are 17-24 degrees and in the summer months, the average temperatures are 68-72 degrees.  The average annual precipitation ranges from 9 to 40 inches.  The average seasonal snowfall is 26 inches.  The property elevation is approximately 3400’ at the base of the ranch, and rises to 4200’ at the upper elevations.   
 
The Rocky Mountains partly shield Baker County from strong arctic winds, so winters are cold, but generally not severe.  In summer, the mountains partly block the winds off the Pacific Ocean.  The days are hot, but the nights are fairly cool.  The snow pack at high elevations supplies irrigation water for intensive agriculture in parts of the lowlands. 

 

Access: 

The property’s driveway abuts Bridgeport Road via Dooley Mountain Hwy, providing year-round access. 

Fencing:  

The perimeter of the ranch is fenced and provides interior cross-fencing with 6 separate pastures.

Topography and Soils: 

Tillable Soils: 
84D – Jett silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes.  This deep, well drained soil is on flood plains.  It formed in mixed alluvium that has a large content of volcanic ash. 
113D – Nagle silt loam, 12 to 35 percent north slopes.  This, well drained soil is on the side slopes of dissected terraces. 
176A – Wingville silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes.  This deep, somewhat poorly drained soil is on alluvial fans and broad alluvial terraces. 
Rangeland: 
149D – Sinker and Chambeam soils, 12 to 35 percent slopes.  This map unit is on hills.   Areas are irregular in shape and are 100 to 400 acres in size.  The native vegetation is mainly bunchgrass, shrubs, and forbs.  The Sinker soils is moderately deep and well drained. 
149E – Sink and Chambean soils, 35 to 50 percent slopes.  The Sinker soil is moderately deep and well drained. 
Timberland:
89D – Klicker-Fivebit complex, 12 to 35 percent slopes.  This map unit is on mountains.  The native vegetation is mainly conifers, shrubs and grasses.  Moderately deep and well drained. 
166D – Top silt loam, 12 to 35 percent north slopes.  This deep, well drained soils is on mountains.  The native vegetation is mainly conifers.  This unit is used mainly for timber production.  It also is used for livestock grazing and it provides habitat for many kinds of wildlife. 

Baker City Airport:

Baker City Municipal Airport is located in Baker County, approximately 3 miles north of the Baker City Limits.  The airport, encompassing some 398 acres is owned and operated by the City of Baker.  It presently provides a full line of aeronautical services such as fuel (Jet A and 100 LL), aircraft rental, charter, and maintenance. 

Baker County: 

Baker County in the northeastern part of Oregon has a total surveyed area of 1,345,100 acres.  Baker City is the county seat and has a population of about 9,500. 

History Baker County: 

Zoning:  

The parcel is zoned for Exclusive Farm Use (EFU).  For more information about the zoning designation, contact the Baker County Planning Department at the county courthouse in Baker City, Oregon. 

Mineral Rights: 

The owner does not warrant that there are any mineral rights available.  However, any mineral or geothermal rights owned by the seller are included as part of the property being offered for sale.  

Related Resources:

Baker County:  http://www.bakercounty.org/
Baker City, OR:  http://www.bakercity.com/
Malheur County:   http://www.malheurco.org/
Oregon Department Fish Wildlife:  www.dfw.state.or.us.
BLM: http:  www.blm.gov/wo/st/en.html

This property is available for showing to qualified buyers by appointment only.  Inspection of this property must be arranged through the broker

Offered by:
The Whitney Land Company

Todd Longgood, Broker
Email Todd