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Horse Properties for Sale in Gunlock, Utah
Gunlock sits about 20 miles northwest of St. George along the Santa Clara River, and it's one of the few pockets in Washington County where horse property still makes practical sense. The valley floor here is zoned for agriculture and large-lot residential, so you'll see parcels running from one acre up to 10+ acres with existing barns, loafing sheds, round pens, and irrigation rights tied to the Gunlock Reservoir system. Elevation runs around 3,600 feet, which means milder winters than Cedar City or Enoch and a longer riding season than anywhere up north — most owners ride year-round, dialing back only during the hottest July and August afternoons. Direct access to BLM land and the trails around Gunlock State Park is the real draw; you can ride straight off your property into thousands of acres of red rock and slickrock country without trailering.
Pricing on horse-friendly acreage in Gunlock typically runs from the high $600s for smaller setups on a couple of acres up past $1.5M for turnkey equestrian estates with arenas, multiple stalls, and water shares. Inventory is thin — Gunlock has fewer than 250 residents, and listings with usable horse infrastructure don't hit the MLS often. When evaluating a property, pay close attention to water shares, well status, and whether existing fencing meets your needs, since replacing perimeter fencing on a 5-acre parcel adds up quickly. Browse the active Gunlock horse properties below to see what's currently available, and reach out if you'd like background on a specific parcel's water rights or zoning.
June 2025 · Gunlock market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Gunlock right now.
Median sale
$795,000
1 closed in June 2025
Median DOM
29 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
90.9%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
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active + pending
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Common questions
About horse properties in Gunlock.
How much acreage do I need for horses in Gunlock? ▾
Washington County generally allows one horse per half-acre in agricultural zones, but most Gunlock buyers want at least 2-3 acres per two horses for adequate turnout and a small arena or round pen. Larger parcels of 5-10 acres are common here and give you room for pasture rotation, hay storage, and trailer parking without feeling cramped.
Do Gunlock horse properties come with water shares? ▾
Many do, tied to the Gunlock Irrigation Company and fed from Gunlock Reservoir. Water shares are critical for keeping pasture green through the summer and should be verified during your due diligence — they transfer separately from the deed in some cases. Properties without shares rely on culinary water or private wells, which gets expensive for irrigation.
Can I ride directly from my property onto public land? ▾
Yes, that's one of the main reasons buyers choose Gunlock over closer-in areas like Bloomington or Washington Fields. BLM land surrounds much of the valley, and trails connect to Gunlock State Park, the Santa Clara River corridor, and dispersed riding areas heading toward the Beaver Dam Mountains.
What's the climate like for keeping horses year-round? ▾
Gunlock sits low enough that snow rarely sticks more than a day or two, and winter daytime temps usually run in the 50s. Summer is the harder season — July and August routinely hit 100°F, so shade structures, automatic waterers, and early-morning riding schedules are standard. Most owners don't need heated barns.
How far is Gunlock from St. George services and the airport? ▾
It's about a 25-30 minute drive into St. George for feed stores, vets, and groceries, and roughly 35 minutes to St. George Regional Airport. Ivins and Santa Clara are closer at 15-20 minutes if you need quicker access to shopping or schools.
Are there equine vets and farriers serving the Gunlock area? ▾
Yes — several large-animal vets based in St. George and Hurricane make regular calls out to Gunlock, and there's an active community of farriers working the Washington County horse circuit. Hay is sourced locally from Enterprise and Beaver Dam, with most owners buying by the ton during summer cuttings.