TBD Forest Road 122 #-, Happy Jack, AZ 86024

Happy Jack Ranch is a collection of ten 40 acre estates that offer a rare opportunity to own a spacious (large) tract of tall pine forested land with direct access into the adjoining Coconino National Forest. A part of the National forest system since 1908, the transformation into private land resulted from an exchange with the National Forest Service. The release of these properties represents the first time that this coveted land has ever been available for private deeding. Happy Jack Ranch is bordered on three sides by 1,856,000 ac of National Forest lands. Available tracts include up to 1,345' frontages along the forest border. Access to each parcel is by an exceptional private road network surfaced with several inches of compacted aggregate stone base. Some parcels may have electric. Buyer to determine access to electricity. Owners can drill a well. Owners may build when they choose or not at all and their RV's are welcome for weekend visits or long vacations. County zoning approval for ten acre minimum lot sizes is in place which will allow owners to divide their property for investment or estate planning purposes. Happy Jack Ranch is situated in the heart of the largest stand of Ponderosa Pines in the world high (atop the Mogollon Rim) at a cool-clear 6,900' elevation. The drive from metropolitan Phoenix is takes about two hours via either State Route 87 through Payson or I-17 to the General Crook Trail (state route 260). Forested Rim top land is highly sought after for the coolest most comfortable summer weather found in northern Arizona. When the desert heat in Tucson and Phoenix sets in and summer highs remain above 110 degrees daily for months on end, owners of a Happy Jack Ranch parcel can relax in temperatures rarely exceeding the mid 70's. The cool summer temperatures encourage outdoor activities including, fishing, boating, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Wintertime brings downhill skiing at the nearby Snowbowl, snowmobiling, and cross country skiing. Although secluded deep within the forest, a charming country store with gasoline service and café are only five minutes away at Clint's Well. Lot 8 has a beautiful canyon running through it with a seasonal creek. Prices for 40 acres of this pristine wilderness forest start at $495,000 including this Lot 8. Excellent seller financing is provided with as little as 10% down with 20 year terms starting at 5% interest. Cash discounts available.