Rancho Cerro Colorado Airport

There is no official reason cited for the closure. As a private airfield, its closure is consistent with the cessation of private operations at the ranch it served. This could be due to a change in the ranch's ownership, a shift in operational needs, or economic factors making the maintenance and use of a private airstrip unviable. There is no evidence of a specific incident, accident, or military conversion leading to the closure.

The airport is closed and abandoned. Current satellite imagery shows the runway is still clearly visible but is unmaintained, overgrown with shrubs and grass, and is unusable for aircraft. There are no markings, lighting, or support facilities evident. The land has reverted to its natural state, though the outline of the former airstrip remains a prominent feature. The surrounding area continues to function as a private ranch.

Rancho Cerro Colorado Airport was a private dirt/gravel airstrip that served the logistical needs of the large, remote 'Rancho Cerro Colorado' (Red Hill Ranch). Its primary function was to support general aviation operations. This included transporting the ranch owners, personnel, and guests, as well as moving high-value supplies and equipment to a location with difficult ground access. For the ranch, the airstrip was a vital link, significantly reducing travel time to and from larger cities. It never handled commercial or scheduled flights and its significance was entirely private.

There are no known plans or prospects for reopening Rancho Cerro Colorado Airport. Given its remote location, private ownership, and the significant cost required to restore the runway and facilities, it is highly unlikely to be reactivated for either private or public use in the foreseeable future.