Cottonwood, ID 83522

30,000+/- acre ranch on the Joseph Plains, this ranch features 21 miles of Salmon River frontage, 12 live creeks, and hundreds of springs. Diverse terrain includes meadows, pastures, and timbered draws. With 19,662+/- deeded acres and 11,000+/- acres of BLM and State land, it's a hidden gem of secluded, gorgeous, rugged Idaho beauty in the sportsman's paradise of Central ID-ideal for ranching, hunting, fishing, and endless recreation. Idaho's largest active ranch, offered for sale for the first time ever. Nestled on and above the legendary Salmon River, known as the River of No Return, which is part of the longest undammed river system and flows through the largest designated Wilderness area in the contiguous United States. The ranch spans in total 30,000+/- wild and scenic acres, including BLM and State land within and surrounding the ranch. A sportsman's paradise with hunting, fishing and recreation, it also functions as a productive cattle ranch. This exceptional 30,000+/- acre Legacy Ranch offers unparalleled privacy, scenic Idaho beauty, and an abundance of usable land. Horseshoed by the Salmon River and enhanced by multiple creeks and natural springs, the property provides rich water resources and a landscape as functional as it is breathtaking. Located in the highly desired Unit 13, the ranch is a true sportsman's haven. Its diverse terrain of timbered draws, elevated meadows, and sweeping panoramic views supports incredible wildlife populations, including elk, mule deer, white-tail, mountain lion, bear, turkey, and upland birds with bighorn sheep frequenting the Salmon River Canyon. A resident herd of 500 elk frequent the property year-round. The property also qualifies to apply for the (LAP) tags, Landowner Appreciation Program Controlled Hunts for both elk and deer, offering premier hunting opportunities right on-site. 2025 Landowner Appreciation Program Tags available for Unit 13 Deer - 13 buck tags, mule deer or white-tail (10/10/25 - 11/3/25) Elk - 25 cow tags (10/10/25 - 11/3/25) Elk - 34 either bull or cow tags (10/10/25 - 11/3/25) Landowners must register their land before applying for the landowner tags Surrounded by 11,000 +/- BLM and State lands-many landlocked and rarely accessed-the ranch delivers unmatched seclusion with extended access to Idaho's vast backcountry. Beyond its rich recreation and wildlife, the ranch operates as a productive cattle operation, historically running approximately 300-350 head. With strong grazing capacity and roughly 90 acres of alfalfa hay fields, it combines practical ranching use with lasting investment value. Just outside Cottonwood, Idaho, the famed Salmon River at the ranch's edge offers world-class salmon and steelhead fishing as well as premier jetboating and whitewater rafting, further enhancing its outdoor lifestyle appeal. A rare offering that combines expansive land, water, wildlife, this working land is more than a ranch-it's a true Idaho legacy. There are three cowboy cabins (older ranch style homes) along with barns, outbuilding, multiple stock ponds and stock tanks. The famed Salmon River, the "River of No Return," provides 21 miles of river frontage with miles of beautiful, white sandy beaches and world-class salmon, steelhead, and incredible bass fishing. Towering canyon walls, rugged rock formations, and diverse terrain create a sportsman's paradise with abundant wildlife and premier hunting opportunities. Just like the Salmon River, nearby Clearwater and Snake Rivers offer unmatched whitewater rafting, jet boating, kayaking, and fishing adventures. Salmon River: The Salmon is known for world-class fishing Chinook salmon, steelhead, rainbow, cutthroat, bull trout, and bass with opportunities for both fly and spin fishing along its clear, free-flowing stretches and tributaries. Snake River: The Snake is famous for Chinook salmon and steelhead runs, especially in its upper and middle sections near Hells Canyon and the Clearwater confluence. Also well known for