1,000 Acres with Spring, Water Rights, Pond, Fishing, River in Shasta County, Fall River Mills, California

This 1,000± acre riverfront ranch is part of the larger Island Ranch and is almost surrounded by water, with Mount Shasta towering as the backdrop. The Fall River forms the ranch’s western boundary for over two and a half miles, while the Tule and the Little Tule Rivers form the eastern boundary for nearly four miles. The confluence of these rivers is located at the southern boundary. This is the most extensive spring creek system in the United States, and the Fall River has a reputation for exceptional fly fishing. Although anglers may also find brook trout and whitefish, the river is primarily known for its rainbow and brown trout. Fishing is most productive from May through October, although the river is open year-round. From an agricultural perspective, the ranch is primarily a cattle ranch with a carrying capacity of approximately 500-600 AUs. A cattle lease generates annual income, and a 600-cow/calf operation is stocked from April to November. The owners personally use the ranch as an outdoor recreation getaway. The ranch is not enrolled in the Williamson Act and is zoned “EA” Exclusive Agricultural for recreation and agricultural use. Seasonal wetlands and lush meadows are populated with abundant migratory waterfowl, including ducks, geese, swans and pelicans. Numerous raptors populate the area including eagles, osprey, owls and even peregrine falcon. The avid bird hunter will also find sage grouse, pheasant, dove, and quail. Big game populations in the area include deer, bear and pronghorn antelope. The ranch is located in Shasta County at an elevation of 3,000 feet. It is operated as a recreation and cattle ranch with a current cattle lease generating annual income. The improvements are comfortable and functional. Residential facilities include a three-bedroom, two-bath main home and a boathouse that has three bedrooms and three baths with two fully enclosed boat slips on the water level. There is also an 18,000-square-foot historic barn. Approximately 1,000 acres without the improvements can be purchased separately, subject to a boundary line adjustment. The Fall River Valley is known for its scenic beauty, world-famous fly fishing, and farming. The ultra-rich wildlife habitat is teeming with waterfowl, deer, and more. The majestic 14,000-foot Mount Shasta dominates the northern skyline and punctuates the grandeur of this remarkable valley. The Fall River Valley has unparalleled water features. Numerous and immense freshwater springs well-up crystal clear via large underground lava tubes. These truly remarkable springs are responsible for creating some of the largest spring creeks and rivers in the United States. Along with the blue-ribbon fishing found in these streams, the area attracts birders and hunters for the upland birds and waterfowl that migrate through the area. The town of Fall River Mills is located between two mountains: Mount Shasta and Mount Lassen. The small town is tucked in the valley, along with an 18-hole golf course and a jet-capable airport. The valley has a reputation as the home of California’s wild rice industry. The entire Fall River winds for 16 miles through mostly private…

Spring, Water Rights, Pond, Fishing, River, Hunting Game, Irrigated, River Frontage

Acreage, Fishing Land, Hunting Property, Mountain Land, Recreational Land, Ranch, Cattle Ranch, River Frontage

Fall River Mills, 96056 California

County: Shasta