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Horse Properties for Sale in Big Water, Utah
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Big Water sits in the far southern tip of Kane County, about 20 minutes north of Page, Arizona and a short drive from Lake Powell's Wahweap Marina. The town itself is small — under 500 residents — but the surrounding country is what draws horse owners: tens of thousands of acres of BLM land, the Paria River drainage, and the southern edge of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument all within reach. Elevation runs around 4,100 feet, which means mild winters where you can ride in December and January, hot summers where early-morning rides are the norm, and dry red-rock terrain that's easy on hooves but tough on pasture. Horse properties here trade for a fraction of what comparable acreage costs in Heber Valley or Park City, which is a big part of the appeal for buyers moving down from the Wasatch Front.
What buyers should weigh carefully is water and infrastructure. This is genuine high desert, so most properties rely on hauled water, a private well, or the town culinary system, and irrigated pasture is rare. Expect to feed hay year-round, build solid shade structures for summer, and verify access easements if riding out to public land matters to you. Power, septic, and fiber availability vary parcel by parcel — some lots are fully serviced, others are off-grid by default. Browse the active horse property listings below to see acreage, outbuildings, and water details on what's currently on the market in Big Water.
[/INTRO_HTML]December 2024 · Big Water market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Big Water right now.
Median sale
$329,000
1 closed in December 2024
Median DOM
213 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.7%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
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Common questions
About horse properties in Big Water.
How much land do horse properties in Big Water typically include? ▾
Most equestrian-friendly parcels here run from 1 to 40+ acres, with some BLM-adjacent lots offering effectively unlimited riding access out the back gate. Town lots inside Big Water proper tend to be smaller (half-acre to 2 acres) while the larger acreage sits on the outskirts toward the Paria and Wahweap drainages.
Is water availability a concern for keeping horses in Big Water? ▾
Yes — this is high desert at roughly 4,100 feet with under 7 inches of annual rainfall, so culinary water comes through the Big Water town system and irrigation is limited. Buyers should verify water shares, well rights, or haul-water arrangements before committing, and plan on supplemental hay since natural forage is sparse.
Can I ride directly onto public land from a Big Water horse property? ▾
In many cases, yes. Big Water is surrounded by BLM land and sits at the edge of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, so trail access from the property line is common. Confirm easements and access points with the listing agent, since some parcels are separated from public land by private holdings.
What zoning or permits apply to keeping horses inside Big Water town limits? ▾
Kane County and the Town of Big Water generally allow livestock on appropriately sized residential and agricultural parcels, but stocking density, setback for barns and corrals, and manure management rules vary by zone. Always pull the specific zoning designation on a parcel before assuming you can build a barn or run multiple animals.
How does Big Water compare to other Utah horse markets like Heber or Cedar City? ▾
Big Water is dramatically cheaper per acre than the Wasatch Back and warmer year-round than Cedar City, with mild winters that rarely shut down riding. The tradeoff is remoteness — Page, Arizona is 20 minutes south for groceries and feed, but the nearest full-service vet and major tack supply often means a drive to Kanab or Page.
What should I budget for shelter and fencing on a Big Water parcel? ▾
Summer highs push past 100°F, so shade structures and loafing sheds are essential, not optional. Pipe corral and no-climb wire are the regional standards; expect $8–$15 per linear foot installed for quality perimeter fencing, plus several thousand for a basic three-sided shelter with a metal roof.