The Saline River valley in Northern Ellis County, KS has a very distinct history of cattle ranching, vast oil production, and hunting opportunities that are second to none within its incredibly diverse terrain. Many of the ranches in this area that were established in the early to mid-1900s are still intact today and rarely become available for purchase. This ranch has been in the same family for over 90 years! Situated in the heart of the Saline River valley this incredible ranch features over 1,700 acres of outstanding grassland, river bottom, and impressive scenery that will truly make you appreciate the unique beauty and history this area of Kansas has to offer. With over 1 mile of Saline River frontage and additional wooded drainages throughout, this ranch provides an endless number of recreational/hunting opportunities in a very wildlife-rich area of the State.RANCHINGThis area has always had a strong history of cattle ranching dating back to the 1870s when settlers first inhabited the area with cattle grazing in mind. Their idea was to establish large Angus herds to graze the rolling terrain of the northern portion of the county that borders either side of the Saline River. With its excellent grass, plentiful spring water, and large bluffs and cuts to provide protection for the cattle from the grueling north winds – this area was the perfect location. Located in the heart of this excellent grazing country is this ranch with excellent grass, multiple ponds, rural water, corrals, good perimeter and cross fences, and excellent access along well-maintained gravel roads and oil lease roads. With over 1,500 acres of fenced native pasture grass, this ranch offers capacity for a large cattle herd – with all the amenities to go with it. For the cattle rancher at heart, this land provides some incredible opportunities to grow your herd. For the investment-minded buyer, this ranch has been rented to a local ranching family over the years and can continue to be rented moving forward to generate income return from the land.HUNTINGThe famous Saline River is usually the center of conversation when discussing top-notch hunting destinations in the Northern half of Kansas. Trophy whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkeys, and large coveys of quail are common within the borders of this ranch. With over 1 mile of Saline River frontage, miles of additional timbered waterways, and multiple ponds, this ranch is rich with wildlife and presents some incredible hunting opportunities for the avid outdoorsman. This area is known for Boone and Crockett whitetail deer genetics and this property should definitely provide some amazing hunting opportunities and memories throughout every season of the year. There are many opportunities for excellent fishing along the Saline River as well!OIL PRODUCTIONThe ranch is situated within the Chrisler and Blue Hill North oil fields. There are multiple producing oil wells on the ranch and all of the Seller's mineral rights and royalty interests will transfer to the Buyer upon successful closing! Over the past 4 years, the oil leases on the ranch have averaged over 6,000 bbls of annual production, for which the owner has reaped the rewards of both a royalty interest and overriding royalty interest share from the production. The ranch owners share of annual oil income during this 4-year period has averaged approximately $65,000 per year. Contact listing agent, Adam Hann, for more specific info regarding the oil production and income history.HISTORYThis ranch has been in the Chrisler name for over 90 years and has been operating with a significant amount of pride and care over this period of time. Its location, along the Saline River, has provided many benefits from a cattle ranching perspective, as well as an excellent source of outdoor enjoyment. This ranch is being offered for the first time in nearly a century and this is an incredible opportunity to purchase a ranch of this caliber on the Saline River in historic Ellis County, Kansas.Contact listing agents Adam Hann and Mitch Keeley today to schedule your tour of this one-of-a-kind Saline River ranch!

Property Features:

- 1,738.20 total taxable acres

- 1,541 acres of excellent pasture

- 76.90 acres of CRP enrolled thru 9/30/2023. $2,956 annual payment

- 226.66 effective cropland acres, not enrolled in CRP

- Over 1 mile of Saline River runs through the ranch

- 1.75+ miles of other wooded streams

- 5 ponds on the ranch

- Trego Rural Water District No. 2 provides water to multiple tanks throughout the ranch

- Current grazing lease expires March 1, 2022

- Excellent fence around the perimeters and cross fences

- Outstanding whitetail and turkey hunting along the Saline River, wooded creek, and brushy timbered flats

- Incredibly scenic areas along the Saline River

- Very ideal quail habitat as well. Excellent quail numbers in recent years

- The Saline River offers some of the best whitetail deer hunting in the entire nation

- Oil Production throughout the ranch and Sellers mineral rights and royalty interests will transfer with the land

- Contact the listing agent for more details

- Lease roads provide ideal access throughout the ranch

- Corrals located within Section 25-11-16

- 2021 real estate taxes are $3,817.86