Mineral rights in Las Animas County, Colorado
Las Animas County sees steady, selective drilling — 13 permits over the last 24 months, cooling versus the prior period.
- 13
- Permits · 24 mo
- 14%
- Avg lease royalty
down 7% vs prior 24 months
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Las Animas County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Bnl (Enterprise) INC | 8 |
| Desert Eagle Operating, LLC | 5 |
What the record says
Las Animas County recorded 13 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 14 in the prior 24 months. Activity centers on the Rockies Other basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 41 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 14% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Las Animas County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Las Animas County, Colorado?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Bnl (Enterprise) INC, Desert Eagle Operating, LLC. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Las Animas County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Las Animas County average about 14% royalty. Individual terms vary with acreage position, competition, and the operator — treat this as a market reference point, not a quote.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Las Animas County?
Start with the Las Animas County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
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Buying in Las Animas County?
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