At the higher elevations are stands of Ponderosa Pine and some open grassy meadows. The Cross U is home to substantial populations of Mule Deer, Javelina and Elk. There are also occasional Mountain Lions, Bobcats, Coyotes, Foxes and Bear. The ranch is also home to a large variety of birds. In additions there are numerous smaller tanks and at least 32 springs and seeps that provide stock water out on the range.
Several drainages have water available on a year round basis.
The ranch owns patented water rights on most of the developed waters including Colcord Spring. There is a large lake in front of the main house that is stocked with bass, bluegill and catfish. There is a large stone fireplace, lots of windows and a flagstone porch across the front of the house. The bunkhouse is three-bedroom one bath block frame home with a large living room, kitchen and laundry room. There are also several outbuildings and a well-house nearby.