For nearly 20 years, the sparsely populated western slope of northwest Colorado has harbored one of America’s most exclusive—and little known—sporting communities. Simply put, Elk Creek Ranch is a 25,000-acre sportsman’s playground like none other.

At its core, it’s a fly angler’s utopia, complete with 33 miles of private trout water and numerous lakes where rainbows and browns grow to beastly dimensions. For dry fly purists, the waters of the legendary White River that run through the ranch are famously generous. Mornings often start in the ranch’s fly shop for breaking reports on insect hatches and fly suggestions. It’s where word of emergers and acquisitions replaces daily stock tips.

Over the years, the magic and beauty of the valley have attracted some of the country’s wealthiest—including Henry Kravis, Michael Bloomberg, and the Walton family as well as celebrities like golfer Greg Norman, a dedicated sportsman.

"Colorado offers some of the world's most stunning real estate," says long-time owner, Rob Walton, former chairman of Walmart and conservation philanthropist, "and when you set foot on Elk Creek Ranch, you're looking at the best of the best—especially if you're a sportsman."

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