The History & Vision
of River Ranch

Preserving the Vision

The evolution of the River Ranch property is as rich and interesting as its history. The story starts in the 1980s when two families purchased a working cattle ranch in McCall. Drawn by the 360-degree views, wandering pastures, and crystal mountain waters of the Payette River, the long-time friends immediately knew that this property was a treasure to honor and protect for generations to come.

For several years, the partners continued raising cattle on the ranch and then growing seed oats, as they crafted their long-term vision of a residential community. With a deep family legacy in McCall and an appreciation of the existing natural environment, it was important to both families that they preserve and enhance the area they know and love. In 2020 the Hart family became the sole owners of the ranch and have continued on with the vision of what has now become McCall’s most authentic gated community.

From the water, open spaces, lush green berms, and over 4,000 trees that the families planted throughout its 458 acres, River Ranch retains the unique feeling of a ranch. Homeowners are attracted to the inherent beauty of the land, proximity to downtown, and lot privacy, as well as the recreational opportunities within the McCall area that accommodate an active lifestyle. There is no question that the partners’ vision was brought to life through River Ranch.

They wanted an environment that retained the look of a ranch, with lots of open space and water. They also wanted an atmosphere and amenities that reflected the personality of the McCall area.