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Land Clearing & Landscaping

Whether you're prepping a lot for new construction, taking back an overgrown parcel of acreage, or getting a property ready to landscape from scratch, All Terrain Tree & Stump provides land clearing and landscaping services throughout Cañon City and Fremont County. We handle the heavy lifting — trees, brush, stumps, and grading — so your property is ready for what's next.

When Land Clearing Makes Sense

Land clearing comes up in a lot of different situations for Fremont County property owners:

  • New construction prep — clearing a building pad or access road before groundbreaking
  • Overgrown or neglected lots — reclaiming acreage that's grown up with brush, scrub, and volunteer trees over the years
  • Fire mitigation on a larger scale — clearing dense vegetation across a whole parcel rather than just around structures
  • Preparing land for resale or development — presenting a clean, usable parcel to buyers or future landscaping plans
  • Agricultural or pasture reclamation — clearing brush and small trees encroaching on usable land

If your project is more about individual hazard trees or stumps than clearing a broader area, our tree removal and stump grinding services may be a better fit — we're happy to point you in the right direction during your estimate.

Our Land Clearing & Landscaping Process

  1. On-site walk and assessment. We look at the parcel's size, vegetation density, terrain, and your end goal for the space.
  2. Clearing plan and estimate. You'll get a clear breakdown of what's being cleared, what stays, and the total cost before work begins.
  3. Clearing and grinding. We remove trees, brush, and stumps as needed, using the right equipment for the terrain and access.
  4. Grading and finish work. Depending on your plans, we can grade the cleared area and finish with seed, straw, or fresh topsoil so it's ready for the next step, whether that's construction, landscaping, or simply usable open space.

What Affects the Cost

Land clearing pricing depends on a handful of factors specific to your property:

  • Acreage or square footage being cleared
  • Vegetation density — light brush clears faster than mature trees and heavy scrub
  • Terrain — slopes, rocky ground, and limited access can all add time
  • Finish work needed — whether you want the site left cleared, graded, or finished with topsoil and seed

Every property is different, so we provide a free, on-site estimate rather than a generic per-acre quote that doesn't account for your specific land.

Pairing Land Clearing With Other Services

Larger clearing projects often turn up individual hazard trees, dense stump fields, or areas that need fire mitigation-style thinning rather than a full clear. We handle all of that as part of the same job — no need to bring in multiple contractors. If your project also touches on defensible space around structures, take a look at our fire mitigation services as well.

Why Fremont County Property Owners Choose All Terrain

  • Right-sized equipment for both large open acreage and tighter, harder-to-access parcels
  • One crew, one job — clearing, stump grinding, and finish grading handled together
  • Local familiarity with Fremont County terrain, soil, and vegetation
  • Honest, upfront estimates with no per-acre guesswork

Curious about the team behind the equipment? Meet Jake and the All Terrain crew.

Proudly Serving Cañon City & Fremont County

From small residential lots to larger rural acreage, we provide land clearing and landscaping services throughout Cañon City and the surrounding Fremont County area.

Ready to clear your land? Call (719) 430-5366 for a free, no-obligation estimate, or reach out through our contact form.


Frequently Asked Questions

How much does land clearing cost per acre in Colorado? Cost varies widely based on vegetation density, terrain, and access, so we don't quote a flat per-acre rate. We provide a free, on-site estimate based on your specific property so you get an accurate price rather than a rough guess.

Do I need a permit for land clearing in Fremont County? Permit requirements depend on the scope of the project and whether it's tied to new construction or development. We recommend checking with Fremont County or Cañon City planning offices for larger projects, and we're happy to discuss what we know during your estimate.

Can you clear land for new construction or building pads? Yes, we regularly clear building pads, access roads, and construction sites, including tree and stump removal and site grading to prepare the area for the next phase of a project.