Land For Sale In La Plata County

Featuring views of the scenic La Plata Mountains and remote expanses of San Juan National Forest at its doorstep, resident wildlife around here number elk, deer, bald eagles and coyotes. The town of Durango offers a mix of rugged, cowboy charisma along with many upscale amenities and conveniences catering to visitors who come to the area to ski at Purgatory Mountain, ride the historic narrow-gauge railway or enjoy the area's burgeoning craft-brewery scene. Durango is the gateway to Mesa Verde National Park as well as the magnificent desert pinnacles and spires of the Four Corners area to the southwest. A total of nearly 9,000 acres were listed for sale in Colorado's La Plata County recently, representing a total value of around $172 million in La Plata County farms and ranches for sale. La Plata County ranks 23rd in Colorado for the total acreage of land currently advertised for sale. Of all farms and ranches for sale in La Plata County, Durango featured the most land for sale. Based on its natural assets, La Plata County's economy is dependent on tourism and recreation. La Plata County is the 26th largest county (1,699 square miles) in Colorado. It's located in the Southwest Colorado region of the state.