Zorro Ranch Overview
Jeffrey Epstein’s New Mexico property, known as Zorro Ranch, comprised approximately 8,000 acres near Stanley, New Mexico, south of Santa Fe. It included a main residence, outbuildings, and extensive land.
The Scientific Connection
The Santa Fe Institute a prestigious complexity science research organization was located in New Mexico. Epstein maintained connections to the institute, which gave the New Mexico property additional meaning in his scientific patron identity.
Used for Meetings
Epstein hosted scientists, intellectuals, and others at Zorro Ranch. The remote, large-scale setting was appropriate for retreats and extended intellectual discussions that Epstein used to cultivate and maintain relationships.
Victim Accounts
Victims described being brought to the New Mexico ranch, where abuse took place in arrangements similar to his other properties. The isolation of the ranch and the distance from any populated area were significant control factors.
The State-Level Response Post-2019
Following Epstein’s 2019 arrest and death, New Mexico state authorities conducted their own investigation into activities at Zorro Ranch. The state’s attorney general investigated potential state-level crimes connected to the property.
Disposition
The ranch was sold by Epstein’s estate as part of the settlement of his assets.