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Horse Properties for Sale in Torrey, Utah
Torrey sits at the gateway to Capitol Reef National Park, in Wayne County, where large-acreage parcels are still the norm and zoning tends to favor agricultural and equestrian use rather than restrict it. Horse properties here range from a few irrigated acres along the Fremont River to bigger spreads up toward Teasdale and Bicknell Bench, many carrying water shares that go back generations. At elevations around 6,800 feet, summers stay mild for riding and turnout, while winters bring enough snow that most owners plan on a barn or run-in shed rather than open pasture alone. Because the town is small and the surrounding land is mostly BLM, national forest, or state trust ground, horse owners here often have direct access to trailheads and backcountry riding that isn't available in more built-up parts of the state.
Buyers shopping this market are typically looking for a working homestead, a second-home retreat with room for animals, or land they can eventually build on with existing water rights already attached. Price and acreage vary widely depending on whether irrigation water comes with the parcel, so pay close attention to water share details in each listing rather than acreage alone. Fencing, outbuildings, and proximity to public land access points also make a real difference in day-to-day usability for horses. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
August 2026 · Torrey market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Torrey right now.
Median sale
$354,000
1 closed in August 2026
Median DOM
—
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.9%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
5
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About horse properties in Torrey.
How much acreage do most Torrey horse properties include? ▾
Most listings run between 5 and 40 acres, though larger ranch parcels of 80+ acres do come up, often along the Fremont River corridor or out toward Teasdale and Grover. Five acres is generally the minimum you'll want for two or three horses if you're rotating pasture rather than dry-lotting.
Are water rights included with horse properties in Torrey? ▾
Sometimes, but never assume. Many Torrey-area parcels carry shares in the Torrey Irrigation Company or have decreed rights on Sand Creek or the Fremont, and those shares are what keep pasture green through July and August. Always verify the share count and delivery schedule with the listing agent and the irrigation company before writing an offer.
What's the riding access like from Torrey? ▾
Excellent. BLM land and Dixie National Forest border much of the valley, and trails climb from sagebrush flats up into aspen and pine on Boulder Mountain. Capitol Reef also allows horses on specific routes, including parts of the Hartnet and South Draw — it's one of the few national parks with meaningful equestrian access.
Can horses stay outside year-round at 6,800 feet? ▾
With shelter, yes. Most owners run loafing sheds or three-sided run-ins rather than fully heated barns. Winters drop into the teens and single digits at night and snow accumulates, so heated waterers or tank de-icers are standard equipment, and hay storage for a 5-6 month feeding window is a real consideration.
What does Wayne County zoning allow for livestock? ▾
Wayne County is rural and broadly livestock-friendly, with most parcels outside Torrey town limits zoned for agriculture or low-density residential that permits horses, cattle, and other livestock with minimal restriction. Inside town limits, rules tighten — confirm the specific zoning designation and any HOA covenants on the parcel you're considering.
How far is Torrey from a large-animal vet or feed store? ▾
Basic feed and hay are available locally in Torrey and Loa, and there are large-animal vets serving Wayne and Sevier counties out of Richfield, about an hour northwest. For specialty equine care or surgery, most owners haul to Richfield or down to St. George, roughly 3.5 hours south.