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Horse Properties for Sale in Daniel, Utah
Daniel is a small unincorporated-turned-incorporated town just south of Heber City, and it's one of the more genuine horse communities left in Wasatch County. The valley floor sits at about 5,500 feet, ringed by the Wasatch Back on the west and Daniels Canyon climbing toward Strawberry Reservoir to the east. Zoning here has historically protected larger lots — most parcels run from 1 acre up to 20+ acres, with agricultural and RA-5 designations that allow barns, riding arenas, loafing sheds, and meaningful pasture. Irrigation water rights tied to Daniels Creek and the Strawberry system are commonly deeded with properties, which is what separates a true horse setup from a house that happens to have room for a corral.
Buyers searching Daniel are usually weighing it against Midway, Charleston, and Francis. Daniel tends to offer more usable flat ground per dollar than Midway, with quicker access to Highway 40 and a 20-minute drive to Park City over Jordanelle. Winters are real — snow load matters for barn design, and frost-free hydrants and heated waterers are standard. Summer pasture stays green into September on irrigated ground. Trail access into the Uintas and Wasatch Mountain State Park is close, and the Heber Valley equestrian community supports everything from cutting and reining barns to dressage. Browse the active listings below to see which Daniel horse properties are currently on the market, and reach out if you want help comparing water shares, outbuildings, or zoning between parcels.
May 2026 · Daniel market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Daniel right now.
Median sale
$2,100,000
1 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
7 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
100.0%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
11
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About horse properties in Daniel.
What lot size do I need for horses in Daniel? ▾
Daniel Town's zoning generally requires a minimum of one acre for livestock, with most horse setups sitting on 2 to 5 acres or larger. Stocking density is typically one horse per acre of usable pasture, though irrigated ground supports more. Check the specific zone (A-20, RA-5, etc.) on any parcel before writing an offer.
Do horse properties in Daniel come with water shares? ▾
Many do, and irrigation water is a big deal up here. Daniel sits in the Daniels Creek and Strawberry water systems, and shares from companies like Wasatch Irrigation or Daniels Irrigation are often deeded with the property. Confirm share count, delivery schedule, and whether the seller has kept assessments current — water shares can add real value beyond the home itself.
How's the winter for keeping horses in Daniel? ▾
Daniel sits around 5,500 feet, so winters are real — expect snow on the ground from late November into March and overnight lows in the single digits. Most properties have enclosed barns or loafing sheds, heated waterers, and plowed access lanes. Hay storage matters since you're feeding longer than valley owners.
What's the price range for a horse property in Daniel right now? ▾
Smaller 1-3 acre setups with a modest home and basic outbuildings generally run from the mid $800s into the low $1.5M range. Larger acreage with quality barns, indoor arenas, or Wasatch views can climb past $3M. Inventory is thin, so active counts often sit in the single digits.
Are there nearby trails and arenas for riding? ▾
Yes — the Uinta National Forest, Strawberry Ridge, and the Wasatch Mountain State Park trail systems are minutes away, and the Heber Valley has several private and public arenas including the Wasatch County Events Center. Daniels Canyon and Currant Creek give you backcountry access without trailering far.
How far is Daniel from Salt Lake City and the airport? ▾
Daniel is about 5 minutes south of Heber City on Highway 40, roughly 55 minutes to Salt Lake International via Parleys Canyon and 20 minutes to Park City over Jordanelle. That makes it workable for owners who travel for shows or commute occasionally but still want acreage and quiet.