5.26 Acres for Sale in Fort Garland, Colorado

This 5.3-acre property sits in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, surrounded by the trees and open scenery of Southern Colorado. It has a flat, open section with no tree cover that could work well for a future cabin or getaway, along with about an acre of trees toward the back of the property. You'll also have views of the surrounding mountains and hills. For a closer look at the land and its surroundings, be sure to watch our narrated video walkthrough.

There’s plenty to explore nearby. The property is less than a mile from the Costilla County Greenbelt, where you can enjoy hundreds of acres of forested public land. Mountain Home Reservoir State Wildlife Area is about 20 minutes away, offering a 1,061-acre lake with a boat ramp and designated camping areas. Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area is roughly 35 minutes south and has another 1,462 acres for fishing, boating, and camping. You can also take a trip to Zapata Falls, about 36 minutes away, or Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, around 50 minutes away. Guided fly fishing is also available along private stretches of nearby Culebra Creek.

The property has year-round access via well-maintained dirt roads along Pfotenhauer Road. There’s no deadline to build, giving you time to hold the land or make plans at your own pace. Costilla County requires single-family homes to be at least 600 square feet, and manufactured homes built in 1976 or newer may be permitted with the required county approvals.

Fort Garland is about 15 minutes away for fuel, groceries, and dining. San Luis, the historic county seat, is roughly 18 minutes from the property.

Owner financing is available directly through Open Skies Land with $500 down and $275 per month for 72 months. There’s no prepayment penalty, and alternative financing terms may be available if you'd prefer a different payment arrangement.

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Property Details

• County: Costilla County
• Size: 5.26 acres
• APN: 70220510
• Address: Pfotenhauer Rd, Fort Garland CO 81133
• GPS Center: 37.327806, -105.363361
• Access: Dirt Road via Pfotenhauer Rd
• Annual Taxes: $288
• Elevation: 8,376 ft
• Subdivision: Sangre De Cristo Ranches
• Zoning info: Estate Residential
• Camping: RV's or camping allowed 14 days every three months as per county regulations. Long term camping permit can be obtained while constructing a home.
• Building: Manufactured homes are allowed, minimum home size of 600 sq ft.
• No timeline for building- sit on the land as long as you'd like.

Nearby Attractions:

• Great Sand Dunes National Park – 1 hour
• Mountain Home, Smith, and Sanchez Reservoirs – minutes away
• Historic San Luis & Fort Garland – 15–30 minutes
• Alamosa – 45 minutes, the valley’s hub with shopping, restaurants, hospital, and Adams State University
• Rio Grande National Forest – 30 minutes
• Taos Ski Valley- 1.5 hours
• Wolf Creek Ski Area – 2 hours, famous for Colorado’s deepest powder
• Carson National Forest (NM) – 30 minutes south
• Colorado Springs – 2.5 hours
• Denver International Airport – 4 hours

We believe owning land isn’t just about property lines. It’s about the freedom, peace, and adventure that comes with it. When you make Costilla County your home base, you’re not just buying land. You’re buying a lifestyle.