535 W ASH CREEK ROAD

Welcome to Crow Butte Ranch a rare combination of productivity, history, and recreation in the heart of Northwestern Nebraska. With 399.56± deeded acres, the property offers a balance of dryland hay ground, rolling pasture, historic improvements surrounding, and abundant wildlife habitat. Located east of Crawford, NE, the ranch provides sweeping vistas, direct access to public lands, and a setup well-suited for both livestock production and outdoor enjoyment. Residence • 2,196 sq. ft. home built in 1966, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths • Updated kitchen with tile flooring and newer appliances • Central A/C, forced-air heat, and supplemental wood stove • Propane heat with an owned propane tank • Partial-finished basement • Two-car attached garage • Surrounded by mature shelterbelt trees for protection and privacy Outbuildings & Improvements • Historic Hageman Herefords Barn (48’ x 28’ x 14’, 1921) – an iconic piece of Dawes County ranching heritage • Loafing sheds: o 72’ x 32’ x 10’ (1960) o 20’ x 10’ x 8’ (2017) • Farm utility building: 24’ x 14’ x 8’ (1960) • Well-fenced corrals and handling facilities surrounding the barn Horse & Livestock Features • Round pen for training and exercising horses • Riding arena for riding, training, or recreation • Horse stalls and loafing sheds provide functional capacity Water & Infrastructure • Solar-powered well in the south pasture with 15,000-gallon cistern supplying the house and improvements • Livestock well on the far northeast side of the ranch • Dam/pond site that holds water in wet years Land & Agriculture • Approx. 140 acres of dryland hay ground cut annually • Approx. 190 acres of pasture supporting livestock grazing (Owner has grazed 40 cow/calf pairs over the summer grazing period) • Topography: gently rolling hay meadows, open ridges, and breaks with scenic views • Views of Crow Butte and Little Crow Butte to the southwest, providing dramatic scenery from the ranch Shelterbelts & Trees • Over 1.25 miles of multi-row shelterbelts lining the hay fields, providing protection, wildlife habitat, and aesthetic appeal • Mature trees surround the home for natural windbreak and shade • Several fruit trees add charm and self-sufficiency Recreation & Wildlife • The ranch’s southern boundary connects directly to over 4,000 acres of Nebraska Game & Parks land, creating a hunter’s paradise right out the back door. • Excellent habitat for mule deer, whitetail, turkey, and upland birds. ________________________________________ Location • East of Crawford, NE, with county road access • Near the Pine Ridge region, Fort Robinson, and the Nebraska National Forest Key Highlights • 399.56± acres – balanced hay and pasture ranch • 140± acres of hay ground / 190± acres of pasture • Historic Hageman Herefords barn & corrals • Horse facilities: round pen, riding arena, stalls • Owned propane tank, solar well with 15,000-gallon cistern • Livestock well • Over 1.25 miles of shelterbelts + mature trees and fruit trees • Dam/pond site • Scenic views of Crow Butte and Little Crow Butte • Adjoins 4,500+ acres of Nebraska Game & Parks land