26925 148th Ave
Buffalo Gap, SD 57722
Lame Johnny Ranch · Land For Sale · 733.68 AC

Executive Summary: The Lame Johnny Ranch is a local recreational gem! Transected by Lame Johnny Creek, the Cheyenne River, and replete with live water springs, this property is a wildlife mecca! A diverse enclave of wildlife habitat, pivot irrigated cropland, rugged grassland with a comfortable lodge, the Lame Johnny Ranch is well-suited for both livestock and recreational pursuits. Don't miss this opportunity- they just don't come any more inviting! Location: The Lame Johnny Ranch is located near the beautiful Southern Black Hills at26925 148th Ave., Buffalo Gap, SD. Nearby towns include Buffalo Gap- 12 miles, Hot Springs- 25 miles, Custer-48 miles, and Edgemont- 50 miles. Directions from Buffalo Gap: Travel 6 miles east on County Highway 656, then one mile north, 4.5 miles east, and 0.5 mile south on 148th Avenue to the property (26925 148th Ave., Buffalo Gap, SD 57722). Wildlife: With heavily-timbered draws and abundant live water sources on the property, there is a bolstered population of both upland game birds, such as pheasants, grouse, and wild turkey, along with droves of Canadian Geese and a variety of duck species found on the Ranch during different seasons throughout the year. The terrain of the ranch lends itself for easy hunting trips with limited walking and many good blocking vantage points. The Whitetail deer populations are second to none in western South Dakota. With a very select few deer taken and strategic food plots placed throughout the property, there has been an influx of Whitetail. Mule Deer are commonplace on the western grassland area along Lame Johnny Creek, and even an occasional Pronghorn will be observed on the Ranch. The extensive efforts made towards improving wildlife habitat and the stewardship shown in harvesting deer have yielded Boon and Crockett trophies taken from the Ranch. Improvements: Lodge Upper Level: Open concept floor plan with living room, kitchen and dining area Master bedroom with walk-in closet and en-suite Office Two additional bedrooms with one full bathroom Additional commercial kitchen Laundry Room with nearby linen closet Scoping room with electric fireplace, sliding glass door to small deck overlooking the reservoir Lower Level: (2) 2-bedrooms suites with independent thermostats, sink, shared toilet and shower Master bedroom with en-suite Great room- wet bar, freestanding gas stove (propane), entertainment center and pool table. East Entry Room gun room with counters and gun racks West Entry Room Cleaning Room with sink and cupboards Outdoor Deck along West, North and East of house Game cleaning patio with hydrant Fire Pit Awning over patio Gazebo Private Well, reverse osmosis and water softener Draw- trees are Hinge cut Center pivot irrigation system Shelter belts on West end New seeding Alfalfa Gravel Pit 2 lookout towers Building Specifications Lodge MH W/RE-1994 CHAMPION CLARION 28X70 Built in1994, 28X66 (1848sq.ft. main floor, 1848sq.ft. Basement) Detached Garage Built in 2016, 24x28 ft. (672sq.ft.) with overhead doors on North and East sides, walkthrough door on east side, cement floors and work bench Second House/Storage Shed Built in 1972, 34X32(1088sq.ft.) with a 14X32 (448sq.ft.) attached garage former residence, presently used for for storage Pole Barn/Machine Shed Built in 1980, 46X30 (1800sq.ft.) with open face garage and gravel floor 14X30 (420sq.ft.) with 220hp overhead door and concrete floor and work benches Operation: The Lame Johnny Ranch, named for the creek which transects the property, has been operated primarily as a private recreational ranch with a hay production and livestock wintering component combining intrinsic value and ROI. The ranch consists of 733.68 acres, of which 172.08 ac. are irrigable and receive a combined 469 ac.ft. of irrigation water from the Angostura Irrigation District. The balance of the ranch consists of dryland tillable and native grassland, and has been managed for optimum wildlife habitat while utilizing the hay production, grass and crop residue for winter grazing. The property is currently under Lease to an area rancher and the property sells subject to the Lease expiring in 2024. Call for Lease details, NDA required. Water: The ranch is endowed with an abundance of natural water and is transected by Lame Johnny Creek, the Cheyenne River, and several live water springs. The reservoirs on the property remain supplied year around by fresh live water providing exceptional habitat for waterfowl, game birds, big and small game and livestock. Irrigation water is delivered to the property via canal stemming from the Angostura Irrigation District which also transects the property. Domestic water is provided by a private well services by an electric submersible pump. Utilities: Electric service is provided by Black Hills Electric Coop in Custer. Fiberoptic communication is available to the property, provided by GoldenWest Telephone Cooperative. Taxes: The 2021 taxes for the Lame Johnny Ranch are $6,767.20. Price: The Lame Johnny Ranch is being offered for private treaty sale at $3,500,000 USD in cooperation with Hayden Outdoors. Information obtained from sources deemed to be reliable, however is not guaranteed by the Sellers or Hewitt Land Company. Fences do not all follow the property boundaries. For more information or to schedule a viewing, please contact: Tanner Hewitt: (605) 490-7952 Tyson Hewitt: (605) 206-0034