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$64,900 • 3 acres
Construction-In-Progress Land Sale! HELD OVER – Limited Time. 3+ Acre & New Barndo Shell only $99,900* • 3 to 10+ Acres from $64,900. SAVE THOUSANDS! Open House: Tour our constructed barndo. *Package includes a 3 acre estate for $64,900 and a 1,000 SF (under roof) constructed barndo shell (to be built) for $35,000 at Stone Oak Preserve. Other restrictions may apply. An EHO.
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Contact for Price • 77,261 acres
Comprising 77,261 deeded acres and 12,000 acres of leased land, this represents one of the most significant private landholdings in the Trans-Pecos region of Texas. Encompassing the majority of two entire mountain ranges, this is an opportunity to control a landscape at true geographic scale. Elevations rise dramatically from desert grasslands along the Rio Grande to the summit of Eagle Peak at 7,484 feet, offering exceptional topographic diversity. This elevation change creates a classic “sky island” ecosystem—an isolated mountain environment where increased rainfall, cooler temperatures, and varied soils support vegetation and wildlife typically absent from surrounding desert.
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$24,500,000 • 32,970 acres
Encompassing nearly the entirety of a West Texas mountain range is the Wylie Mountains Ranch. The range, named after the pioneer settler Robert K. Wylie (1885), is rich with history and diverse in habitat. The ranch includes desert grasslands/brushlands on its outer portions with foothills, expansive canyons and mountains with numerous peaks over 5,000’ in the more central portions. The different ecosystems provide a home for a diverse array of wildlife as well as grazing opportunities for livestock. LOCATION The ranch is located southeast of Van Horn, TX and about 20 driving miles from the Culberson County Airport. Drive time to Marfa is an hour and about 20 minutes; El Paso is about 2 hours and Midland is about 2.5 hours. TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT The ranch encompasses nearly 100% of the Wylie Mountains with about 3/4 of the ranch being mountainous and some foothills with the remaining portions being in the “flats”. Elevations range from 3900’ to 5310’ above sea level. The ranch has rangeland/habitat areas exhibiting various Chihuahuan Desert ecosystems including desert scrublands, desert grasslands and desert mountains. Accenting the mountainous terrain are immense escarpments and spectacular canyons. Trees found on the ranch, predominantly in the canyons and drainages, include hackberry, evergreen sumac and flameleaf sumac along with other typical species of brush, succulents and grasses across the ranch. Another unique feature of the ranch is a large sinkhole or cave that begs further exploration. WILDLIFE Native Wildlife found on the ranch include mule deer, pronghorn antelope, scaled quail, Gambel’s Quail and the infrequently seen Montezuma Quail. Exotic wildlife found on the ranch include elk and aoudad. The property has been managed predominantly for wildlife with a limited feeding program and water distribution. AGRICULTURE The ranch has been used for livestock grazing in the past; however, at present the only cattle are some strays from a neighbor. IMPROVEMENTS Most of the improvements are located in the headquarters area on the northern portion of the ranch and about 3 miles in from the main gate. The owner’s home is a 3/2 metal sided residence with wrap around covered porch and carport in good condition. It is located on a hill just a short distance east of the operational headquarters. The manager’s home is an older modular 3/2 at the operational headquarters. The headquarters area also includes several barns/sheds, a shop, an equipment shed with a walk-in cooler, traps and working pens. There is another small barn and set of pens on the southern portion of the ranch (the Sloan pasture). WATER Groundwater is available in certain areas of the ranch from the West Texas Bolsons minor aquifer (we believe). There are 6 operating water wells. Most of the wells are about 700’ deep and the best ones are capable of producing 15-25 GPM providing adequate well water for ranching operations. There is an extensive distribution system to troughs and storage across many portions of the ranch. There are also numerous dirt tanks to capture and hold runoff for periods following a rain event. MINERALS Approximately 26,734+/- acres are mineral classified and the specific rights associated with state classified minerals will convey to the buyer. Seller will be reserving any fee minerals owned by the seller. ARCHEOLOGY Among other interesting things, the Wylie Mountains are home to a distinctive agate, referred to as butterscotch agate, that resembles butterscotch taffy and ranges in color from light brown and dark yellowish brown to moderate brown. OTHER In addition to the deeded acreage, the ranch also includes 1,109.5+/- acres of land leased from the Texas Pacific Land Trust. The white dashed line on our map indicates the general location of 470+/- acres of multiple smaller inholdings lacking accessibility. Please ask the listing Broker for more information.
Contact for Price • 29,294 acres
Under ContractIconic high-elevation West Texas ranch offering protected views, dark skies, luxury improvements, abundant wildlife, unmatched conservation legacy, setting, acreage, scale.
$22,885,500 • 27,740 acres
Within its 27,740± acres, the Horse Canyon Ranch in Culberson County showcases the diverse, rugged beauty of far West Texas. Historically, used as a working ranch, the low-fenced property is are creational paradise that can be accessed from both I-10 and Highway 90. The Lobo-Garren Ranch Road, a well-maintained county road, transects the property linking both major thoroughfares and good dirt ranch roads crisscross the ranch.
$44,000,000 • 26,150 acres
Explore the breathtaking beauty of the vast Silver S Ranch…
Located on the Lower Pecos River in Southwest Texas, this inspiring property is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for any rancher, hunter, or adventurer that includes 9.25 miles of stunning river frontage, the impressive Harkell Cave, access to 18 water wells, multiple homes, and a deep connection to nature and various wildlife.
With an unprecedented investment in road and access development, the owner will have immediate access to enjoy, utilize and manage the large ranch. In addition to the quality roads and drivable river access, the property is equipped with five very nice yet modest homes (including one historical), a shop, an equipment barn and several other updated structures. The unbelievably clear water of the Pecos River, rippling arroyos and active wildlife create an extraordinary oasis from the outside world.
WATER
The 9.25-mile stretch of the Lower Pecos River is a mesmerizing sight, featuring clear spring-fed waters, towering canyon walls and an incredible fishery. This secluded river corridor offers deep holes and small rapids, making it perfect for canoeing, kayaking, fishing, tubing, waterfowl hunting, wildlife watching, and simply exploring. Anglers can anticipate catching largemouth bass, sunfish, freshwater drum, catfish, and carp. The expansive river frontage provides unmatched beauty and endless opportunities for exploration, a feature rarely found on other ranches.
Distinctive aspects of the ranch’s riverfront are the conveniently located put-in and take-out points offering easy access to water activities. To the north is the Grapevine access point while the Live Oak access point lies to the south, both capable of driving a sports car to the river’s edge. The vega along the river at the Live Oak access point stretches for nearly 1.5 miles, providing another exceptional opportunity for usable river frontage.
In addition to the river, the ranch boasts 18 water wells, the majority of which are operational and provide water access for wildlife, as well as distribution to drinkers and natural water features. Several of the water wells are capable of flow rates in excess of 100 GPM, ensuring a reliable and abundant water source throughout the property.
TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT
As you travel west from the Texas Hill Country to the Trans Pecos, there is a certain element that sets one ranch apart from another, known as the wow factor. The Silver S Ranch embodies the wow factor, thanks to its unique natural features and enhanced accessibility within the rugged terrain of the lower canyonlands of the Pecos River.
In addition to the breathtaking Pecos River Canyon, the ranch is home to numerous other stunning canyons, including the massive Harkell Canyon and the equally impressive Moose Canyon. The property also boasts a variety of caves, shelters and rock art sites, inviting exploration and discovery. Elevations range from about 1,320 feet to nearly 1,935 feet at several locations.
Native grasses and a wide range of brush cover the ranch, with stands of live oaks and shin oaks found within the canyons and arroyos.
Historically, much of the ranch was used for sheep grazing and some limited cattle grazing. It is currently managed for wildlife and has been for some time.
WILDLIFE, HUNTING & FISHING
The Silver S Ranch is teeming with wildlife, offering an abundance of hunting and watching opportunities. The seller has made significant investments in the quail and deer populations as well as other wildlife. The ranch is home to quality populations of white-tailed deer, scaled quail, javelina, aoudad, dove and waterfowl. A year-round supplemental feeding program is in place with blinds and feeders placed across the property. Predators including mountain lions, coyotes, bobcats and foxes can also be found on the ranch. Occasionally, a mule deer will make an appearance, and black bears are known to be expanding into the area.
Birdwatching opportunities exist with migratory songbirds and raptors present at certain times of the year. Situated along the Monarch butterfly migration route, ranch owners can witness one of the world’s most awe-inspiring phenomena during the October migration.
ROADS
Access is one of the most crucial requirements for a property of this size and in this area. The Silver S Ranch delivers 24 miles of professionally built roads with reinforced culverts, designed to last for years with minimal maintenance. There are two drive-down roads leading directly to the river, both allowing 2WD access. Each road is strategically spaced about a day’s fishing or paddling distance apart. These top-notch roads make the ranch usable at a level that is hard to replicate.
HOMES & STRUCTURES
At the heart of Silver S is the main headquarters area that includes the newly updated, historic 3-bedroom Merle and French Ingram cut limestone home that dates back to the 1930s. A small remodeled guest cabin, a relatively new ranch hand trailer, an equipment barn, a shop, a storage barn, and several other outbuildings can also be found in the main headquarters area.
To the north, there is an additional 4-bedroom ranch home with an open floor plan and nearby small barn used for hunting vehicle storage. This home is conveniently near Pandale Road, allowing easy access to the property.
To the south, you will find a visually appealing and comfortable 3-bedroom double-wide overlooking the stunning Pecos River and Harkell Canyon.
SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS
The Harkell Cave is hidden on the Pecos River side of Harkell Canyon with commanding views of the river. The cave has been cleaned and equipped with a fire pit, chairs and a hefty supply of firewood, providing the perfect spot to relax or enjoy the spectacular canyon and river views, complete with an adult beverage and cigar! The cave is accessible via trail and a set of custom steps with rails, making it an ideal retreat.
The drivable access point at Live Oak has a beautifully maintained lawn in the river vega offering a scenic setting for camping and cookouts. The road leading out of the river through the ranch’s Live Oak Pasture (named after the large Live Oak along the river that has managed to grow and thrive seemingly out of solid rock) is known as the Encino Solo Trail. In the early days of ranching in this part of Texas, the area ranchers used the Encino Solo Trail to cross the Pecos River and move their livestock from pastures east of the river to shipping points on the western side.
On the northern portion of the river is the Grapevine entry point where swimmers, kayakers, and tubers can access the water for a peaceful float downstream to Live Oak.
MINERALS & COMMERCIAL WATER
Approximately 3,950+ acres are state-classified minerals, and the rights associated with those will convey. There are no leases or production in place.
Seller’s fee minerals and commercial water rights are reserved but negotiable. Contact the Broker for more information.
TAXES
The open spaces of the ranch are being managed for wildlife and appraised under 1-D-1-Wildlife Management valuation.
HISTORY
The ranch has numerous sites containing Native American Pictographs (Rock Art). Shumla Archaeological Research and Education Center (Shumla) studied the pictographs on the property. They found that the upper bench of an offshoot canyon, running west and adjacent to the Pecos River, contains an archaeological rock art mural that is approximately 43 meters long with 36 different grinding features and remnant paint interspersed among the bedrock. The rock art features a large Pecos River style mural, an art style that dates back approximately 3,000 years.
The nearby town of Langtry is rich in history and is known for Judge Roy Bean and his colorful style of justice. Langtry offers the Judge Roy Bean Visitor Center and a few services.
Seminole Canyon State Park is just down the road where human habitation started about 10,000 years ago. The cave art is stunning and is very similar to the art found on Silver S Ranch.
NEARBY
Distance to the ranch:
-8.5 miles north of Langtry, TX.
-69 miles from the Del Rio International Airport
-220 miles from San Antonio
$38,000,000 • 11,893 acres
Under ContractThe Koehn Ranch and Farm spans approximately 11,893 acres in Culberson County, Texas, featuring irrigated farmland, diverse wildlife, sustainable water resources, and mountain grassland views. It offers farming, ranching, and hunting opportunities with excellent access and infrastructure, including 5br/4.5ba main house, 3br/2ba bath managers house, 5br/5ba worker’s trailer, 3br/2ba trailer, barns, and sheds.
$63,587,650 • 10,687 acres
Located in South Texas' famed Golden Triangle, the North Ranch encompasses 10,687± acres of top-notch wildlife habitat and includes almost 6 miles of the Nueces River. The turnkey property, situated 5 miles north of La Pryor and 15 miles south of Uvalde in Zavala County, is one of the finest hunting ranches available today.
Over the past seven years, the current owner acquired six properties and formed the North Ranch. The ranch, which fronts on FM 1436, has been designed to be best in class.
The North Ranch is home to exceptional white-tailed deer and some of the best bird hunting—Bobwhite quail, dove and Rio Grande turkeys—in the state. Since 2017, deer have been managed under an MLDP-3, but the hunting has been limited. In the past three years, mature whitetails measuring 160" — 190" have been harvested. In addition, the ranch boasts oryx, axis deer, feral hogs and a host of non-game species.
The Land and the Water
Towering pecans, Mexican sycamore and oaks stand sentry along the river, while guajillo, black brush, white brush, mesquite, guayacan and other protein-rich brush species inhabit the uplands.
The land has been strategically cleared and roller chopped to increase edge and plant diversity. Native grasses have been replanted where suitable.
The Nueces is pocked with deep, blue holes that hold water for swimming and fishing even in drought. The North Ranch possesses water rights from the Nueces.
In addition to the river, the North Ranch has approximately 1.5 miles of surface water, measuring about one-quarter mile wide.
More than 7.5 miles of 2-inch poly water line and an additional 7.5 miles of 4-inch poly water line have been laid and buried. The water distribution system also includes eight (8-feet in diameter) cement water troughs and two (20-feet in diameter) cement water troughs; all are encircled by 8-foot cement skirts.
There are four irrigation wells (one = 120 gal./min.; one = 300 gal./min.; two = 110 gal./min.) The irrigation wells are used, in part, to supply a 40-acre Reinke pivot and a 36-acre Reinke pivot.
The ranch has two domestic solar wells, six domestic electric submersible wells and another domestic well (60 gal./min.) connected to a 60,000-gallon storage tank that supplies the headquarters.
The Living
Thanks to the attention to detail, living is comfortable and easy. The style, as befitting a Brush Country ranch, is rustically elegant and resplendent with adobe, stone, hammered metal and wood. Strategically placed courtyards and gathering areas ensure that family and guests can soak up the textured beauty of South Texas.
The two-bedroom/two-bath Farm House encompasses 1,600± square feet of updated, beautifully appointed living space. The open floor plan residence features a kitchen with an eating area and living room.
With four bedrooms and four baths, the 2,500± square-foot Dog Trot, situated across the courtyard from the Farm House, serves as a guest house. The two-story Chef House features two bedrooms, one full bath and one-half bath.
Set away from the main compound, the six bedroom/six bath Cowboy Cabins measure about 1,000 square feet.
The River House sits near the Nueces. Currently used as storage, it could be upgraded to living quarters.
The ranch's focal point is the 11,600± square foot Barndominium. The front one-third is living space, while the remaining two-thirds provides storage. The living space includes a commercial kitchen with an attached utility area, a dining area, living room and bathroom. In addition, the Barndominium has four bedrooms each with a private bath.
In addition, there is a 700± square-foot laundry and a 500± square-foot secure gun room.
The Infrastructure
The North Ranch has a shooting range with a two-story, covered shooting deck and a five-station skeet range with an elevated shooting pavilion.
The North Ranch's perimeter is high-fenced and there is also a 3,000± acre high-fenced "enclosure". Approximately 7 miles of five-wire cedar post fences have been installed as cross fences.
The ranch has a functional set of cattle pens and two (2,000 square feet and 4,000 square feet) equipment barns. The ranch roads provide easy access to the entire ranch.
All furnishings and the 29± Atascosa deer blinds, 31± Atascosa 500-pound corn feeders and 32± 2,000-lb. protein feeders convey with the sale.
The Opportunity
For anyone looking for the ultimate recreation destination, the North Ranch has it all. Seize this rare opportunity before it disappears as quickly as a wily muy grande into the brush. . .
Call Howard W. Hood at (830) 739-3815 with Hood Real Estate, Inc. Listed for $5,950/acre.
$59,600,000 • 9,240 acres
The Rutherford Frio Town Ranch, located in northwest Frio County, is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to acquire a large acreage ranch on the Frio River in the northern South Texas Plains. Ranches of this size, location, quality and diversity do not come on the market very often and are increasingly rare. The ranch highlights include a high quality classic South Texas headquarters, over 3 miles of Frio River, 4 pivots, high volume water wells, 10.5 miles of paved main roads and privacy. Soils vary from sandy loams in the uplands to clay loam in the riparian zones along the river and creek drainages supporting a diversity of flora and excellent wildlife populations on the low fenced ranch.
LOCATION
The ranch is accessed off Highway 140 a little less than 17 miles from Pearsall by way of a paved one mile easement. Drive time from San Antonio is about 1 hour; from Austin is less than 2.5 hours and from Houston is less than 4 hours.
TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT
Live oaks, bull mesquites, diverse South Texas brush and grasses thrive on the ranch, benefitting from great soils as one moves from the Frio River bottoms to the uplands. Many areas of the ranch have been sculpted to improve wildlife habitat and grazing options alike. With nearly 200’ of relief, the ranch offers many exceptional views.
WILDLIFE
Wildlife populations include native white-tailed deer, northern bobwhite quail, scaled (blue) quail, Rio Grande turkey, dove, migratory waterfowl and feral hogs for excellent and diverse hunting opportunities.
Historically, hunting has been focused on friends and family.
The deer herd is managed using Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Managed Lands Deer Program and the ranch was issued 158 tags for the 2025/2026 season.
In the past, the ranch maintained a kennel of bird dogs and the quail hunting can be exceptional when conditions are favorable.
Dove hunting and turkey hunting are exceptional.
AGRICULTURE
The ranch has maintained a robust agricultural operation over the years primarily focused on livestock grazing and including some limited irrigated farming under the four pivots.
The ranch’s cattle herd has been in a rotational grazing program since 1971 with cattle being rotated through 14 primary pastures. The cattle herd typically numbers about 450 cows when conditions are right. Currently, the herd is reduced in size due to drought conditions.
The four pivots are used for hay production (about 900 round bales per year) and small grain annuals for irrigated winter grazing, both in support of the ranch’s cattle operation. The smaller of the pivots was used historically with crops known to attract dove. The pivots are approximately 12, 40, 52 and 67 acres in size and are irrigated with several irrigation wells.
Several pastures on the ranch include stands of kleingrass.
IMPROVEMENTS
The headquarters area is accented by large irrigated lawns, shaded by massive live oaks and pecans and includes walking paths between the various structures.
The ranch is highly improved with an expansive main lodge for entertaining with kitchen, living, dining and gathering areas plus one upstairs bedroom and extra room.
Nearby are 5 guest quarters, each with full baths; one of the quarters is a master suite.
Across the parking area are 3 additional guest quarters with full baths.
The gun room, game cleaning area, walk in cooler and covered parking are located adjacent to the main lodge to the northeast.
There is also another carport a short distance away from the main lodge on the west side.
The 4 bedroom, 2 bath Caretaker’s house is located behind a tree/brush line just past the carport.
The 4 stall horse stables and related turnouts are nearby. That facility also includes small office/apartment.
Just west of the stables are the bird dog kennels that include 9 kennels with associated runs plus storage and a 2 vehicle carport.
About 1.5 miles southwest of the headquarters are the ranch operational facilities, including several barns, sheds, feed silos and other related structures. This area is also used for round bale storage. Adjacent to the operational facilities is a mobile home one of the ranch employees resides in.
There are approximately 10.5 miles of paved roads.
WATER
The ranch has approximately 3.17 miles of Frio River frontage and about 4.25 miles of Cocklebur Creek traverse the property.
There are some 18 plus ponds or tanks on the ranch benefitting wildlife and livestock alike. Many of the ponds are supplemented with water from the various water wells.
There are 14 operating water wells. 4 of the wells are high volume irrigation wells. Three of the irrigation wells are reported to produce 1000 GPM and the fourth 750 GPM. One of the irrigation wells is powered by 3 phase electric, the other three are run by diesel motors. Several of the irrigation wells provide water to the pivots (as detailed above) and the other two provide water for livestock/wildlife water storage and delivery.
The ranch is situated over the Carrizo Wilcox Aquifer with some portions over the Edwards Aquifer and Queen City Aquifer. The Edwards Aquifer in Frio County is not subject to the Edwards Aquifer Authority’s jurisdiction. The ranch is located in the jurisdiction of the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District.
ELECTRICITY
Three phase and single phase electricity is available at different locations on the ranch.
MINERALS
This offering is surface only. There is no production on the ranch.
AREA ATTRACTIONS
Frio County is a favored area and destination for hunters and producers alike. It is home to the well known Los Cazadores Deer Contest in Pearsall. Pearsall also offers well stocked grocery stores, farm and ranch supply houses and feed stores.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
There is one pipeline easement that crosses the ranch.
Seller to reserve a thirty (30) foot access easement along the north property line to access the adjacent Buccaloo Pasture.
The open space of the property benefits from 1D1 Agricultural use tax valuation.
$9,348,900 • 8,499 acres
In the far reaches of northwestern Texas, just 1.5 miles south of the historic ghost town of Pandale, lies one of the most extraordinary river ranches in the state. Encompassing approximately 8,499 acres and held in single-family ownership for more than 40 years, this legacy property offers an unmatched combination of accessible Lower Pecos River frontage, rich prehistoric history, abundant wildlife, reliable water infrastructure, and well-built functional improvements — all set within an extremely private and untouched landscape.
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$15,614,419 • 7,886 acres
For the first time in about 75 years, the Continental Ranch in Webb County, Texas is being made available for a new owner. Webb County evokes thoughts of wild, wide open spaces, huge native white-tails, bobwhites and blue quail, red hot tank shoots, mesquite-covered prairie, rich and diverse browse, and native American artifacts. The Continental Ranch checks all of those boxes in spades. This predominantly low-fenced ranch possesses all of the prerequisites for growing trophy native white-tailed deer, along with the romance of the increasingly rare opportunity to hunt a wild, large acreage where you never know what you might see on any given hunt, all combined with a convenient location, big neighbors and excellent access. LOCATION Situated in eastern Webb County, with access along U.S. Highway 59, it is easy traveling getting to and from the ranch. Freer, home of the famous Muy Grande deer contest, has your basic groceries and supplies and is only +/-20 miles away. Laredo and the Laredo International Airport are a convenient +/-35 miles from the gate. The approximate distances to other metros are Corpus Christi 80 miles to the east, San Antonio 130 miles north, and Houston 270 miles up Highway 59. TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT The ranch has lightly rolling country that falls off from south to north with the ranch’s elevation ranging from +/-520’ down to +/-410’. Wet-weather Black and Mesquitoso Creeks traverse the ranch, eventually joining each other in the north central portion of the ranch. These creeks provide additional relief and habitat beneficial to the wildlife. Ranch soils are predominantly clay and gravely clay, with +/-30% lighter sandy clay loam and sandy soils. Grasses are a mix of native species, including various bunch grasses along with the perennial buffel grass common in the area. The brush is typical of the high-quality deer browse Webb County is known for and includes guajillo, blackbrush, brasil, guayacan, lime prickly ash, kidney wood along with plenty of mesquite, pear, and tasajillo. The ranch features numerous strips in various stages of regrowth. Often mistaken for a live oak, the native coma tree (a preferred browse species) can be found scattered across the ranch with both individuals and small stands present. WILDLIFE Under MLDP game management and located in an area known for growing large, native, Texas white-tailed deer, the Continental is a fair-chase, trophy deer hunting opportunity. Properties of this size that are predominantly low-fenced do not commonly make it to the public market. Approximately 80% of the ranch’s 20 mile perimeter fencing is low-fenced, with thousands of low-fenced adjoining acres. Bobwhite and blue quail, hogs, javelina, dove, and varmints round out the primary hunting opportunities on the ranch. AGRICULTURE This is a working ranch, cross-fenced into six pastures that are watered by numerous tanks, and features a set of working pens on the north end of the ranch and a set on the south end. Perimeter fencing ranges from excellent to fair condition. The Continental’s deer herd is managed under the Managed Lands Deer Program (Conservation Option, fka Level III). IMPROVEMENTS An all weather ranch road runs from the gate at Highway 59 well north into the ranch to the northern set of pens. Numerous lateral ranch roads and senderos provide good access to the remainder of the ranch. Vertical improvements consist of small equipment sheds/barns, and a very small labor ranch house. WATER This ranch is watered by numerous tanks. There are 14 tanks spread across the ranch, including a +/-20-acre tank in the northern section and a +/-10-acre tank in the central portion. Many of these tanks are actually “stacked” dams and pits, with the upstream pit and tank spilling over into a second tank–so this number is actually understated. This infrastructure was developed by a long time South Texas ranching family–they are done “right”. The wet weather creeks will pool during wet periods. Water from one tank near the headquarters is pumped to the north pens for trough water when necessary. ELECTRICITY Distributed in multiple locations around the ranch. MINERALS Surface only. There are no leases nor active production. AREA HISTORY Webb county has been inhabited by early settlers dating back millennia starting with the Paleo-Indian period. Evidence indicates that these early Coahuiltecan groups were pushed out by other Indian groups like the Comanche and Lipian Apache by the early 1800’s. During their time inhabiting these lands they left behind little treasures we get to stumble upon today. There is no doubt they were living on what is now called the Continental Ranch. Watch your step or you might trip on an arrowhead! The first ever Texas deer contest was started just up the road in the town of Freer, TX. Leonel R. Garza, a gas station manager at the time, founded the Muy Grande deer contest in 1965. This iconic deer contest has brought the area’s hunters and landowners together for decades to admire a fellow hunters trophy.
Contact for Price • 7,680 acres
Located 15 miles north east of Dryden, Texas; Big Canyon Ranch is now available for sale. 7680 acres bisected by the largest and most scenic canyon in Terrell County, Big Canyon Ranch is a true Texas Legacy Ranch.
With incredible views and topographical change throughout the ranch overlooking Big Canyon and several other smaller canyons, the scenery on the ranch is true West Texas bliss. The biodiversity in both flora and fauna is seen across the ranch from the Ocotillo cactus on the ridge line to the whitetail deer and other wildlife that call this ranch home.
The extensive water distribution system throughout the ranch fed by 3 water wells across the property enable Big Canyon Ranch to continue with its long established history as a livestock operation. The ranch has working pens and traps at the headquarters of the ranch and a carrying capacity of 85 head of mother cows and 1000 head of sheep or goats.
A deer management program, in operation since 1992, allows hunters to enjoy free chase hunting of white tail deer, turkey, dove, quail and varmints. Additionally, occasional mule deer and audads make the ranch their home.
The unique topographical and geological character of Big Canyon Ranch make it a prime candidate for configuration as a multi-use recreational adventure park for overlanding, UTV use, rock climbing, bouldering, and mountain bike trails.
With several different options as a wildlife refuge, hunting operation, or recreational destination; Big Canyon Ranch offers its new owners the opportunity to shape their very own piece of Texas. Contact the Texas LandMen today on this incredible Far West Texas Ranch.
$25,101,540 • 7,538 acres
For the first time in generations, the historic Randado Ranch is being offered for sale—a true South Texas legacy property under the same family’s stewardship for 95 years. It is among the finest combination cattle, deer, and quail ranches we’ve had the privilege to list for sale. A significant feature of the ranch is its extraordinary water resources, which are distributed throughout the property.
The property has a long, rich history of intensive deer and game management dating back to 1965, when Al Brothers became ranch manager and pioneered many of the quality deer management techniques that remain the foundation of modern practices today. One could argue that modern deer management was born on this ranch during Al Brothers’ three-decade tenure as its ranch manager. He is widely regarded as one of the true fathers of white-tailed deer management. In 1966, the property was high-fenced—one of the very first ranches in South Texas to do so—and that innovation became a defining trend across the region.
The Randado Ranch continues to maintain a strong native deer herd that has consistently produced trophy whitetails for decades. The sandy soils of the western sand sheet provide outstanding browse and first-class quail habitat, supporting abundant quail populations. Cattle operations benefit from well-designed infrastructure, while the ranch’s location and water resources create phenomenal dove hunting opportunities as well. The owners’ long-standing care and attention to detail are evident in every aspect of this remarkable property.
The family’s deep conservation ethic is further reflected in their long-standing support of wildlife research, including numerous studies conducted in partnership with Dr. Charlie DeYoung through Texas A&M University–Kingsville (formerly Texas A&I).
LOCATION
The ranch is located along Highway 16, approximately 26 miles south of Hebbronville, Texas, and about a three-hour drive from San Antonio. It is easily accessible via the Jim Hogg County Airport in Hebbronville or the ranch’s own 4,500-foot private airstrip (not currently in use).
TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT
Over 80% of the Randado Ranch is comprised of Brennan, Copita, and Delmita sands, which are characteristic of the South Texas Sand Sheet. These deep, sandy soils occur primarily in the bottomland areas with very little topographic relief, creating ideal habitat for both cattle and wildlife. A distinctive escarpment rises along the northern section of the property, offering a noticeable change in elevation and providing impressive long-range vistas—a rare feature in this part of Jim Hogg County.
Three creek bottoms traverse the property and carry water during periods of substantial rainfall. Los Tanques Creek Bottom, the most significant of the three, runs through the center of the ranch and serves as a defining natural feature. The other two drainages provide similar ecological value and further enhance the ranch’s habitat diversity.
The ranch contains a well-established caliche quarry that produces quality material used for building and maintaining the extensive system of ranch roads. This resource is a long-term operational benefit.
Divided into 12 well-managed pastures, the ranch supports an efficient rotational grazing system for the cattle operation. The range supports a healthy variety of native grasses. The main introduced grass is buffel. Nominal, if any, tangle head grass is believed to be present on the property. This balance creates ideal conditions for both livestock productivity and native wildlife diversity.
The habitat on the ranch is a diverse mix of unmolested native brush and areas of old regrowth from earlier brush work designed to enhance quail hunting opportunities. The resulting mosaic provides ideal conditions to support the ranch’s balance of game and livestock operations. Dominant brush species include prickly pear, guayacán, granjeno, kidneywood, coma, Texas ebony, mesquite, and guajillo, among many others typical of the South Texas brush country.
Across the property, a total of 19 high-fenced fields and 18 low-fenced fields have been strategically established, with 23 of these fields (83 acres) used to plant winter oats annually each fall.
WILDLIFE
White-tailed Deer
High-fenced since 1966, the all native whitetail herd has been managed for decades, consistently producing exceptional trophy-class bucks. A comprehensive supplemental feeding program was introduced in 2009, initially featuring protein pellets and later incorporating cottonseed, to promote herd health and maximize antler development. The result is one of the most balanced and genetically desireable native whitetail deer populations in South Texas. The herd consistently yields a high fawn crop and maintains an ideal age class structure, with a healthy number of bucks in each age class. White-tailed deer hunting is limited to family and friends and is accomplished through the use of thirty-seven hunting blinds located throughout the ranch.
Quail
Northern Bobwhite and Blue Scaled Quail: One of the first things noticed when entering the property is the exceptional grassy cover throughout the property. The careful management of the grasses along with the extensive water development produces a high number of quail. The current owners have not maintained all of the habitat created for hunting quail; however, it would take minimal effort to reclaim and create a significant amount of habitat for hunting quail via multi-dog strings and quail rigs. As it is, there are plenty of locations to drop a dog or two and walk/buggy hunt.
Mourning & White-wing Dove
The property offers outstanding Mourning & White-winged Dove hunting in part due to its abundant food and 60 earthen tanks distributed across the ranch. Mark Matthews assisted in flying the early October aerial game survey and noted seeing more mourning and white-winged doves in the helicopter survey than ever seen in his 44 years of flying game surveys.
IMPROVEMENTS
The majority of improvements are situated within the headquarters compound near the center of the property. The main house consists of a spacious living area, a well-appointed kitchen, and gun room with large safe. The two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath main house is surrounded by four casitas, providing ample lodging for family and guests. Together, the main house and casitas offer six bedrooms and six-and-a-half baths. The main house was remodeled in 2024, blending modern comfort with traditional ranch style.
Additional headquarters improvements include a manager’s house, storage modules, a deer processing area with a walk-in cooler, barn, and multiple covered equipment sheds. A reverse osmosis (RO) water treatment system with 1,000 gallons of storage is housed in its own dedicated shed, ensuring high-quality water throughout the compound. There is also on-site fuel storage, including 500 and 2,000-gallon diesel tanks and a 1,000-gallon unleaded gasoline tank, providing ample fuel reserves for vehicles and equipment.
For livestock and operational efficiency, the ranch features three sets of cattle pens strategically located across the north, central, and southern portions of the property, as well as a horse arena. For target practice, there is a 100-yard shooting range plus a dedicated 1,000-yard long-range.
The rectangular-shaped ranch is easily accessible via an extensive, well-maintained road system, regularly graded with a motor grader/maintainer. Pasture travel is seamless thanks to cattle guards connecting nearly all pastures—no gates need to be opened, even when livestock are present.
WATER
The property has 17 electric water wells, 60 earthen tanks, and 13 water troughs/pilas. Thirty-one of the earthen tanks and all water troughs can be filled from one or more water wells through miles of extensive piping. There are multiple water sources in every pasture, limiting the distance wildlife and cattle must travel for water. Even in drought years, the ranch has the ability to put water in all pastures. The water wells were located throughout the ranch back when management engaged in planting lablab fields (food plots) with underground drip irrigation in its 19 high fenced fields. The property also has 3 operating windmills for water.
ELECTRICITY
Randado Ranch is well-serviced with an electrical infrastructure that provides power access throughout the property. Electricity is supplied by Medina Electric Cooperative and Reliant Energy, ensuring service across all operational areas of the ranch.
There are currently 17 active electric meters distributed to support the headquarters compound, water wells, equipment areas, and remote improvements. In addition, there are 6 locations where electrical service has been previously disconnected, which could be reestablished if desired.
MINERALS
Minerals are not available for offer on this ranch. A portion of Randado Ranch, totaling approximately 1,280 acres, is Mineral Classified. The owners are not conveying royalties on state-owned minerals.
Existing mineral production is primarily concentrated within a few designated pastures, much of it occurring on the Mineral Classified portion of the ranch. Currently, there are 11 active gas well sites.
$20,350,000 • 7,400 acres
La Brisa has been managed intelligently for cattle, white-tail, and quail continuously since the 70’s. The front gate on FM 490 is 18 minutes to the new Starbucks and Chick-fil-A in Rio Grande City. 60 miles of boundary high fence and internal low fence break the ranch into several pastures to manage for wildlife and move and work cattle. Water is there. Multiple water wells and over 3 dozen drought proof troughs and ponds are supplied year round. The ranch has graded caliche main roads as well as miles and miles of ranch roads and quail lanes totaling well north of 100 miles in total. Headquarters sits 3 and a half miles in the middle of the ranch and has everything you need with 3 houses and 30,000 SF of barns and quality pipe working pens.
This ranch isn’t flat, 170 feet of change from the brush country tops to the sandy bottoms and ag fields. Buffelgrass across the ranch holds quail well and keeps the cattle busy. The ag fields produce corn, milo, sunflowers, and sesame seeds. With the amount of tonnage of production of grain from 900 acres of ag fields, there is no reason to travel for wing shooting. One of the biggest opportunities with the ag fields is to potentially use this grain inside the ranch for further wildlife or cattle production if desired. Cattle and the ag fields keep La Brisa profitable from operations. White-tails, quail, turkey, and doves are at trophy levels. The ranch works today and is a good one. Come take a look.
LOCATION
La Brisa is located in Southeastern Starr county, only 16 minutes Northeast from the rapidly developing Rio Grande City, and 1 hour from McAllen. The location of this ranch will allow new owners the luxury of flying private into Rio Grande City Municipal (25 minutes away), or commercial from McAllen International (1 hour away).
Distances to Texas’ Metroplexes from the front gate listed below.
San Antonio: 218 miles, 3.5 hours
Austin: 304 miles, 4.75 hours
Houston: 351 miles, 5.25 hours
The property’s proximity to Rio Grande City is of huge value and is very rare for a ranch this size. The ability to go from losing track of time on a 7,000+ acre ranch chasing quail, whitetails, or cattle, and still being able to hop into town for an easy lunch is a nice perk. Rio Grande City provides access to other luxuries like the Texas favorite HEB PLUS!, a variety of restaurants, and several Farm and Ranch stores.
TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT
Positioned at the division between the highly productive pastures and crop ground of Eastern Starr County and the rolling brush covered hills of the western bounds of the county. The La Brisa is a rare property that boasts an ideally balanced split of both ecotypes thanks to the variety of soils and geology on the property. This diversity allows this ranch to be utilized as a true cattle, AG, and wildlife property all in one.
The highly productive pastures, and nearly 900 acres of row crop acreage on the ranch benefit from well drained sandy loams including Romadero and McAllen soil complexes. The 3000+ acres of improved grass on the property consist primarily of buffelgrass allowing a rancher to run 220+ head comfortably without risk of overgrazing. Buffelgrass being managed and grazed appropriately provides great habitat for Bobwhite quail.
In contrast the beautifully rolling uplands of the property are dominated by the more shallow Zapata soils which produce a variety of native brush species, key to the nutritional requirements of browsing species like whitetail, and other exotic species an owner may want to introduce to the ranch. These sections of the ranch offer beautiful high points to look over the land as well as dense concentrations of wildlife thanks to the ample amount of cover provided by the mixed brush. The entire ranch is grazed by cattle and rotated for management.
WILDLIFE
La Brisa Ranch has been managed intensely for wildlife interests for nearly 50 years. From strategized brush management to the implementation of 30+ watering stations on the property, grand ideas have not only been dreamed up, they have been acted upon.
High fenced management of the Whitetail herd through the Texas MLDP program has been a constant at La Brisa, promoting opportunities at Trophy class deer annually. Herd data from annual helicopter surveys have also been kept for tracking data and recording purposes.
In addition to the premier whitetail opportunities, the ranch also boasts healthy populations of quail and turkeys. Ample water resources and management of early successional habitat continues to foster a ranch where these highly coveted game birds can thrive and offer memory filled opportunities for a future owner and their friends and family. Bobwhite quail is the predominant species with coveys of Blue quails in the ranch’s high grounds.
In addition to the high fenced opportunities on La Brisa, there are ~780 acres of low fence pasture on the property’s eastern boundary that has a great healthy and managed low fence population of white-tails.
AGRICULTURE
900 acres of managed ag fields produce grain and cash income to the owner. The ranch comfortably supports 220 pairs of cattle year round.
IMPROVEMENTS
In conjunction with the ranch’s intentional management and functional character, the improvements on the property are of great quality and turnkey in nature.
Living Accommodations:
Main House
○ 4 Bed/ 3 Bath
Barn House
○ 2 Bed/1 Bath
Headquarters House
○ 3 Bed/2 Bath
Functional improvements:
Cattle: Over 20 fenced pastures, and dozens of miles of kept fencing, Loading and Working Pens
High Fence Management: 2 breeding/soft release pens used for high fenced animal management totaling 96 acres (16 acres, and 80 acres).
Water: 2 Wells, City Water connection, 30+ Troughs
Barns and Shops:
Total of ~33,000 SF between 4 buildings/barns.
WATER
The ranch includes multiple water wells, a city water connection, over 30 troughs, and 4 ponds.
Several other ponds and low points on the property additionally hold water with average annual rainfall.
ELECTRICITY
Power is present at both headquarters and throughout the ranch, provided by Medina Electric Co-op.
MINERALS
Surface estate only.
AREA HISTORY
The La Brisa is situated in the storied ranchlands of Central Starr County, this area is rooted in the ranching system that developed in the 18th century, when expansive ranches were established along the Rio Grande frontier. Nearby Rio Grande City emerged from these early ranches as a center of cattle trade and cross-border commerce, shaping the region’s agricultural identity. Today, the surrounding landscape remains defined by large legacy ranches, native South Texas brush, productive farm land, and a long-standing connection to both ranching and energy development—offering a blend of heritage, productivity, and long-term investment appeal.
This ranch is co-brokered by Republic Ranches and Dan Kinsel Ranches.
Contact for Price • 6,608 acres
Heritage
The Kincaids are a prominent Uvalde family with deep roots in Texas history. This ranch was one piece of the larger Kincaid holdings, which at one time spanned thousands of acres across the region and included the historic Kincaid Hotel in downtown Uvalde. The land has been held and worked by the same family for more than a hundred years, and it carries that legacy forward.
Location
The ranch sits about 11± miles southeast of Uvalde off Highway 140 in Uvalde County, roughly 25 minutes from Sabinal. San Antonio is around 89± miles east, a little over an hour, and Austin is less than three hours away. The country is gently rolling South Texas brush along the Frio River.
Land & Habitat
The rolling terrain carries native South Texas mixed brush across sandy and clay loam soils, with bull mesquite flats in the bottom country and guajillo on the hills. The dense brush and native grasses provide forage and browse for cattle and wildlife. The property is low-fenced with barbed-wire cross-fencing, dirt roads, and some cleared senderos, and carries an ag exemption. Much of the ranch is untouched, leaving room to develop habitat and hunting.
Wildlife & Hunting
The ranch holds a healthy native whitetail population along with Rio Grande turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, javelina, and hogs, and is MLDP qualified. Both tracts are under year-to-year hunting leases with long-time tenants who have indicated a desire to continue, providing hunting-lease income for a new owner. The brush and soils leave strong potential to build the wildlife program further.
River & Water
The Frio River runs along and through the ranch, giving both tracts river frontage, a riparian corridor, and a seasonal swimming hole with natural water for wildlife. Several shallow solar and electric wells serve the house, the hunters camp, cattle, and wildlife.
Improvements
A river house sits on the high bank of the Frio, used for family gatherings over the years, with an outdoor entertaining area.
Utilities
Electric service is through Medina Electric Cooperative, single-phase meters at the house and stock wells. The property is on septic.
Remarks
Kincaid Ranch pairs a century of Kincaid family ownership with Frio River frontage, native South Texas hunting, and a cattle operation on 6,608± acres southeast of Uvalde, consisting of two tracts of 4,606± and 2,002± acres, each with river frontage. It fits a buyer looking for a large historic South Texas ranch with live water, hunting-lease income, and strong habitat and hunting potential, within about an hour and a half of San Antonio.
Contact for Price • 6,600 acres
PROPERTY SPECS
Total Acres: 6,600±
Water: Approx. 20± Miles of Shoreline
County: Val Verde
Features:
Main House
Guest House
Bunk House
4 Stock Ponds
Livestock Pens
$131,100,000 • 5,700 acres
PROPERTY OVERVIEW: Discover an unparalleled opportunity awaiting at Lake Monticello, one of Texas’ largest privately owned lakes. Envision owning a recreational paradise that surpasses all of your dreams, nestled amidst pristine pine and hardwood forest. This property offers a rare opportunity for those looking to dream big. This is not just a lake or a ranch, but a canvas upon which dreams are transformed into reality.
At the heart of these unique 5,700+/- acres lies Lake Monticello - an expansive 2,001+/-acre body of water enveloped by 17+/- miles of idyllic lake frontage. Adding to the uniqueness, is an additional 1.9 miles of lake frontage on Lake Bob Sandlin, providing the one and only piece of property with access to both iconic lakes. Property includes water rights authorizing the impoundment and diversion of water for multiple uses. With a sprawling 36+/- square-mile drainage basin, Lake Monticello is a picturesque retreat creating a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and developers alike.
Imagine the potential of 5,700+/- acres of prime real estate waiting to be sculpted into your vision of perfection. Whether you dream of creating a private recreational haven, a luxurious waterfront resort, a commercial business use, or an exclusive residential enclave, this property offers the canvas on which to craft your masterpiece.
Joining the variety this property has to offer, progressing north away from the lake edge, one will find a dramatic array of additional lakes, manicured pastures and handpicked timber corridors. This land was once mined for lignite coal and has since been reclaimed by the current owner, who has won a national award for their reclamation efforts. The land boasts an impressive 18 additional lakes ranging in size from 1 to 43+/- acres. This accounts for almost 222+/- acres of additional surface water, opening an expanse of recreational opportunities. The property is located within 3 miles from Interstate 30 and a railroad runs adjacent to it.
PROPERTY ACREAGE BREAKDOWN:
Lake Monticello
2,001± Acres
Trophy Bass Lake
66± Acres
Development Acreage
1,043± Acres
Award-Winning Reclamation Land
(including 222± acres of additional surface water in 18 ponds and lakes)
2,590± Acres
TOTAL
5,700± Acres
In an area known to locals as the Tri-Lakes area, adjacent and downstream from Lake Monticello, is Lake Bob Sandlin, spanning 9,000 surface acres, while Lake Cypress Springs sits approximately six miles southwest of Lake Monticello. Lake Bob Sandlin State Park is nestled between Lake Monticello and Lake Cypress Springs, further enhancing the region’s recreational appeal.
LOCATION: Lake Monticello is located just under two hours east of downtown Dallas and one hour west of Texarkana by way of Interstate 30. Spanning two counties within the Piney Woods Region of Texas, Lake Monticello is conveniently located just ~7 miles southwest of Mount Pleasant, a thriving East Texas community with a population over 16,000. At the southern border of the property, Monticello Dam is located south of the convergence of Blundell Creek and Smith Creek in the Cypress River Basin. Lake Bob Sandlin is located immediately downstream of Monticello Dam.
But it's not just the location that sets Lake Monticello apart—it's the history and the potential it holds. From its origins as a cooling reservoir for the Monticello power plant to its transformation into a beloved fishing hotspot, this lake has a rich legacy waiting to be continued.
DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL: The lake boasts 17+/- miles of undeveloped shoreline including 7.69+/- miles that could potentially be developed. The property serves as a blank canvas for diverse opportunities. Ownership uses can range from a private recreational area, hunting or fishing club, a variety of commercial uses, a corporate facility, individual family residences, a leisure getaway, or even a resort-style development. There is also 1.24 miles of Lake Bob Sandlin frontage that could be developed.
ACCESS & ROAD FRONTAGE: Lake Monticello is easily accessible from both the northeast and the southwest by way of FM-127, which crosses the lake for through traffic. There is paved FM or county road access to most sides of the property on 6 different roadways with 18+ entry points.
A potentially active feeder rail line is running along the eastern side of the lake, opening opportunistic commercial uses.
DIRECTIONS: Traveling east from Dallas on Interstate 30, take exit #156, turn south onto CR 2500/SW 19th Street, then turn right onto FM-127 until you arrive at the lake.
Traveling west from Texarkana on Interstate 30, turn south onto Highway 271, then turn right onto FM-127 until you reach the lake.
FM-127 crosses Lake Monticello for easy access from multiple locations.
PROPERTY HISTORY: In 1971, the Texas Utilities Electric Company initiated the construction of the Lake Monticello dam, impounding waters from Blundell Creek and Smith Creek in the Cypress River Basin to form Lake Monticello as a cooling reservoir for the former Monticello power plant. The plant was closed in 2018 and demolition is near completion.
The lake opened to the public in 1973 and swiftly became a fishing hotspot due to its warm waters, courtesy of the power plant, fostering a highly productive fishery. With the closure of the power plant in 2018, the lake’s warm water source ceased, yet its popularity for fishing, swimming, and recreation continued. Public access to boat ramps ceased in 2019. Privately owned, Lake Monticello stands poised for diverse utilization.
LAKE MONTICELLO: Boasting an estimated depth of 38-40 feet at its deepest point, Lake Monticello is fed by Blundell Creek and Smith Creek in the Cypress River Basin. Renowned for its exceptional fishing, the lake also caters well to swimming, water skiing, kayaking, and other aquatic activities. Presently, the lake features a single functional boat ramp with paved turnaround access, a large parking area, and two floating docks.
The construction of a private lake and dam of similar proportions today would prove prohibitively challenging and exorbitantly expensive.
WILDLIFE: Abundant wildlife can be found around Lake Monticello and the surrounding acreage. Hunting and viewing opportunities include White-tailed deer, pigs, armadillos, raccoons, rabbits, River otters, beavers, foxes, bobcats, coyotes, and squirrels. A multitude of bird species include Great-horned owls, bald eagles, ospreys, robins, cardinals, herons, songbirds, shorebirds, and waterfowl.
FISHERIES: With its historical reputation for yielding trophy bass, including the lake's record catch of 14.09 pounds, fishing enthusiasts regularly gravitated toward Lake Monticello's 2,001+/- acres. Sport fish species include Largemouth bass, Sand bass, Flathead catfish, Channel catfish, Bluegill, Redear sunfish, and crappie. Structural habitat is comprised of underwater roadbeds and bridges, humps, rip rap, inundated timber, brush, and creek channels. Aquatic vegetation consists of hydrilla, pond weed, lily pads and other aquatic vegetation providing ample cover for baitfish and gamefish alike.
Trophy Bass Lake (Discharge Channel): While connected to the lake via a concrete dam that is higher in elevation than Lake Monticello, this 66+/- acre channel/lake provides two distinct bodies of water within the Lake Monticello drainage basin. This has the potential to be a separate managed fishery for trophy bass since water flows out of this body of water into Lake Monticello.
Other Fisheries: There are a total of 18 additional bodies of water ranging from 1-43+/- acres in size. Six of those bodies of water measure over 10+ acres, with the largest being 43+/- acres. These additional water assets provide an additional 222+ acres of surface water that could be utilized for recreational activities.
RECREATION: The property’s versatility lends itself to an array of recreational pursuits, hiking, biking, UTV riding, horseback trail riding, camping, RV camping, bird watching, nature studies, kayaking, water skiing, hunting, and fishing.
The area in and around Lake Monticello is home to various wildlife populations with excellent hunting opportunities for deer, hogs, dove, and waterfowl. No hunting has been allowed under the current ownership for more than four decades.
WATER RIGHTS: Perhaps most enticing of all are the water rights—a precious commodity in today's world, especially in Texas. The owner was granted a Certificate of Adjudication, which authorizes the maintenance of the existing dam and reservoir and impound therein not to exceed 40,100 acre-feet of water. The owner is authorized to divert 15,300 acre-feet of water per annum for industrial, domestic, municipal, agricultural & recreational use from the aforesaid reservoir. Additional water rights may be available for purchase.
MONTICELLO DAM: Characterized by a 3,215-foot long, zoned earthen embankment that maintains a Low Hazard classification per the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
A dam inspection conducted by Freese and Nichols was completed in December 2023. The full report containing specific details concerning maintenance and repair recommendations, can be made available to pre-qualified buyers upon request. In 2018, the gates were opened one foot to equalize the lake level with Lake Bob Sandlin, and they remain in the open position.
Monticello Dam has a Large dam classification due to its capacity exceeding 50,000-acre feet. It has a Conservation Pool Capacity of 40,100-acre feet and Crest of Dam Capacity of 69,100-acre feet (per the Freese & Nichols 2023 Report).
Dam Specifications:
Maximum Height: 54 feet above the original streambed
Embankment Side Slopes: 3 horizontal to 1 vertical
Crest Elevation: 352 feet
Crest of the Embankment: 40 feet wide
Upstream Slope: protected by soil cement extending from the crest down to a 50-foot-wide upstream berm at an elevation of 325’ (15’ below the normal water level).
Downstream slope: inundated by the tailwater of Lake Bob Sandlin, which has a normal pool elevation of 337.5’.
PRIMARY & EMERGENCY SPILLWAYS: Four 14-foot high by 40-foot wide radial Tainter gates control discharges through a 184-foot wide (including three 8-foot piers) concrete service spillway. The top elevation of the spillway gates in the closed position is 342 feet and the crest of the service spillway is 328 feet. The normal pool elevation is 340 feet. A 30-inch diameter low flow outlet, with a flowline elevation of 319 feet, is in the center pier of the service spillway.
A 1,000-foot-wide uncontrolled earthen grassed emergency spillway, with a crest elevation of 343.5 feet, is located approximately 1,200 feet west of the right abutment of the embankment. (Freese & Nichols 2023 Dam Inspection Report)
TERRAIN: The sandy loam soil terrain has elevation differentials of approximately 167 feet, ranging from 335 feet above sea level at its lowest to 502 feet above sea level at its highest. The property features meandering creeks and drainages nourishing the land and wildlife.
TREE COVER & PASTURELAND: Embrace the tranquil ambiance of the mature hardwood canopy surrounding Lake Monticello. Majestic oak, hickory, pine and maple adorn the banks, creating a landscape that beckons to be explored. Native grasses thrive along the upstream and downstream embankments of the dam. Areas reclaimed from mining efforts have been meticulously designed, planned and cared for, creating a multitude of ecosystems throughout the property. Hardwood varieties have been intentionally planted across the landscape to form contiguous corridors for wildlife, while Loblolly pines planted in the upland terrain promise future income potential. This diversity fosters a well-balanced ecosystem, enriching both wildlife habitats and the experience for new owners.
WETLANDS: The north side of Lake Monticello, the shallower end of the lake, sustains a wetland ecosystem where waterfowl flock in the winter months. A shallow water oasis adorned with cattail, bulrush, smartweed, and water lilies creates a haven for birds, turtles, frogs and other reptiles to come alive as the sun wanes.
MINERALS: A portion of this property was previously mined for coal and lignite. No minerals are believed to be owned by the Seller, and none will be conveyed.
During the current ownership of more than 40 years, there has been no oil/gas activity in the area, and there are no producing wells on the property.
STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS: There are no major structural improvements located on the property.
EASEMENTS/RIGHT-OF-WAYS: There is one access easement outside of the property boundary into the property’s southeast side to access the east side of the dam and the land bridge on the east side of the lake. Another access easement will exist to access the railroad bridge where it crosses Smith Creek. Residential and transmission lines intersect and traverse various points of the property.
UTILITIES: Transmission lines traverse the length of the property connecting to a substation located on adjacent property. Co-op Water is provided by Tri Special Utility District. Power is provided by Bowie Cass Co-Op and Wood County Electric Co-Op.
There are multiple access points off Interstate 30 within 3 miles of the property. The adjacent railroad has the ability to connect to the Union Pacific, Blacklands Prairie, and Kansas City Southern main lines.
WATER: The property is located over the Carrizo-Wilcox aquifer, one of Texas' most prolific aquifers. There are multiple water wells located across the property.
AIRPORTS: Enjoy convenient access to regional airports, ensuring seamless travel for you and your guests. With airports such as Mount Pleasant Regional Airport and Sulphur Springs Municipal Airport located within a reasonable distance, you'll have easy access to major transportation hubs.
Mount Pleasant Regional Airport (KOSA). Located ~8 miles west of Monticello Lake off of HWY 271, Lat: N.33 05.7 Lon: W. 094 57.6. The runway measures 6,004’ long by 100’ wide with a full-length parallel taxiway. Fuel: Jet A & 100LL.
Sulphur Springs Municipal Airport (KSLR). Located ~37 miles West of Monticello Lake off of I-30, 33°09′35″N 095°37′16″W. The runway measures 5001’ long by 75' wide. Fuel: Jet A & 100LL, Self Service & Full Service.
Texarkana Regional Airport (TXK). Located ~74 northeast of Lake Monticello near the intersection of I-30 & I-49 in Arkansas. The primary runway measures 6,601’ by 144’ wide, and a second runway measures 5,200’ long by 100’ wide. Fuel: Jet A & 100LL, Self Service and Full Service.
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Located ~141 miles west of Lake Monticello in Grapevine, Texas.
HOSPITALS: Titus Regional Medical Center is located in the nearby town of Mount Pleasant. This full-service, 24-hour hospital is just 8 miles away from Lake Monticello.
SCHOOL DISTRICTS: The property traverses two east Texas school districts. Starting at the northwest side is Mount Vernon ISD and the southern portion of the property being Mount Pleasant ISD.
With quality airports, healthcare and educational facilities nearby, Lake Monticello offers the perfect balance of tranquility and convenience.
PROPERTY TAXES: A portion of the property has property tax exemptions. Ask Broker for details.
PRICE: $131,100,000 ($23,000 per acre)
CONTACT:
Cash McWhorter, Broker/Partner, 469-222-4076
Stephen Schwartz, Agent, 903-738-7882
Casey Berley, ALC, Broker, 214-422-7253
BROKER & COMMISSION DISCLOSURE: Buyer's Agent/Broker must be identified upon first contact with Listing Broker/Listing Agent, and Buyer's Agent/Broker must be present at the initial property tour to participate in the real estate commission. Co-operating brokers/agents are being offered a 1% commission based on the gross sales price.
$15,950,000 • 5,698 acres
Cedar has been strategically removed throughout the ranch, opening space for native grass, forbs and nutrition-rich brush. Several varieties of oaks as well as elm, sycamore, Texas persimmon and other native species dot the land, providing shade and shelter for game.
Contact for Price • 5,634 acres
Location
The ranch sits on FM 1025 about 10± miles north of Crystal City, the Zavala County seat. Carrizo Springs lies roughly 22± miles south, Uvalde approximately 30± miles north, and Eagle Pass about 50± miles west. San Antonio is approximately 95± miles northeast, providing access to San Antonio International Airport. The location places the ranch in the Golden Triangle, the South Texas brush country region recognized for trophy whitetail production.
Land & Grazing
The terrain across the 5,634± acres is relatively flat, with soils ranging from Bookout and Montell clays to sandy clay loam. The clay component provides water retention beneficial for stock tanks and ponds. Vegetation supports more than 20 documented woody species, including mesquite, blackbrush, guajillo, guayacan, granjeno, twisted acacia, brazil, persimmon, little leaf sumac, cenizo, condalia, and prickly pear, with native grasses and forbs throughout. The brush has been managed through selective clearing, food plots, and brush sculpting in strips and mosaic patterns to expand edge habitat for wildlife and grazing. Internal infrastructure includes extensive cross-fencing for rotational grazing, two sets of livestock working pens (the primary set centered in the ranch), nine food plots (three high-fenced and two irrigable), and a network of wide roads, senderos, and clearings. Current livestock stocking is light at approximately 100 head against a carrying capacity of around 560 animal units, an intentional choice to support the wildlife operation.
Water
Water infrastructure includes two irrigation wells producing a combined 750± GPM with a portable diesel generator, one domestic well, six to seven stock tanks, and 17 operational water troughs distributed across the property. Approximately 14± miles of underground water lines traverse the ranch, and four of the stock tanks can be filled by pipeline. An additional eight troughs are present but not currently operational. Four of the stock tanks also support fishing.
Wildlife & Hunting
The whitetail herd has been actively managed for nearly twenty years and is currently enrolled in the Texas Parks & Wildlife Managed Land Deer Program. Genetics were enhanced over a four-year period through TTT (trap, transport, transplant) introductions from Chaparrosa Ranch, an independently recognized program for South Texas whitetail. Two on-property DMP facilities supported selective breeding over a four-to-five-year window to advance the herd’s genetic profile. The management approach combines TTT introductions, DMP breeding, selective annual harvest, and maintained age structure and doe-per-buck ratios with the native protein-rich brush of South Texas to support trophy production. Supplemental nutrition runs through 27 protein feeders and six whole cottonseed stations across the ranch. In addition to whitetail, the property holds populations of bobwhite quail, scaled quail, mourning dove, feral hogs, coyotes, bobcats, and a range of native and migrant nongame species. Hunting improvements convey, including 19 deer blinds (15 of which are 4’x6′ and four are 4’x5′), 27 fenced protein feeders, 19 corn feeders, a 12-ton overhead feed bin, and a 1,000-yard shooting range. The seller will also convey equipment including a feed wagon and a top-drive pickup, with additional items to be determined.
Residence
The main home is an approximately 2,400± sq/ft manufactured home with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, sitting under shade mesquite trees with a full-length front porch and a fenced yard.
Guest Quarters & Support Buildings
Adjacent to the main home, two manufactured mobile homes have been converted into guest or hunter quarters, joined by a covered common area between them. A workshop of approximately 1,800± sq/ft includes an attached five-bay vehicle barn and an adjacent game cleaning area with walk-in cooler. A 50′ x 60′ covered pole barn sits near one of the irrigation wells. A second 10-acre fenced compound on the property is the site of a former Enron processing station and includes two metal buildings. The larger of the two is 5,000± sq/ft with ceilings of 24± feet, offering room for conversion to lodging, barns, or other uses. A 4,000± ft runway is also in place; the runway would require rework to be returned to active use.
Remarks
This property fits a buyer looking to acquire an established South Texas trophy whitetail operation with the genetic, infrastructure, and habitat work already in place. The Golden Triangle location, MLDP enrollment, and Chaparrosa-sourced genetics give the ranch a measurable head start for serious management, while the cross-fencing, working pens, and 14± mile water distribution network make the property workable as a continuing cattle operation alongside the wildlife program. The ranch is also located within a federal Opportunity Zone (created 2017), a designation that may carry tax considerations for qualifying investors. Prospective buyers should consult their accountant or tax attorney to assess applicability. Surface only; no minerals convey with the sale.
$15,795,000 • 5,400 acres
Spanning 5,400 acres between Menard and Fort McKavett, featuring rolling live oak savannah, excellent grazing, abundant wildlife, six wells, and exceptional hunting.
$14,105,000 • 4,949 acres
On the northern shoreline of West Galveston Bay is the largest and most diverse recreational ranch opportunity within an hour of Houston. The Chocolate Bay Ranch consists of over 4,900 acres of prime Texas Coast with shoreline directly on Chocolate Bay, Halls Bayou, Persimmon Bayou, and New Bayou. The ranch itself is a mixture of upland dry acreage as well as thousands of acres of coastal estuary. Some of the highlights include 5 freshwater wetland units, a system of over 20 miles of leveed roads, an engineered tidal system, and a history of professional management.
The fishing is incredible with the unique ability for year round private saltwater access. Dry land wildlife encompasses all manner of native species including populations of native Bobwhite quail, White-tailed deer and Wild Hogs. Migratory birds tend to steal the show with tens of thousands of species utilizing the ranch over the season. Directly to the North of the ranch, there are thousands of acres of rice and agricultural fields that bring in heavy populations of doves and waterfowl to the area including ducks, geese, and sandhill cranes.
The ranch is only 45 minutes from the 4th largest city in the country, yet miraculously is still in the middle of nowhere. There are only 3 large neighbors that surround this property. These adjoining landowners make up a combined total of over 30,000 acres of wildlife habitat, privacy, and peace and quiet. Just over half of the Chocolate Bay Ranch has been conserved through a perpetual conservation easement which protects the habitat that makes this property a haven for wildlife and waterfowl as well as an exceptionally productive inshore fishery.
Directly across Chocolate Bay is the 44,000 acre federally preserved Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge. Immediately to the East of the ranch is the 4,700 acre Chocolate Bay Preserve. This ranch, combined with the neighboring 50,000 acres of preserved land, creates a true stronghold of habitat and protected lands surrounding Chocolate bay that will exist forever.
LOCATION
Located on the Eastern Boundary of Brazoria County, with shoreline directly on Chocolate Bay, this ranch offers exceptional accessibility to Houston and the surrounding areas. The ranch is only 15 minutes from I-45, 35 minutes from Hobby Airport, and 45 minutes from Downtown Houston.
TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT
Sloping from North to South the ranch presents vastly different landtypes from the front gate to the southern boundary on Chocolate Bay. Soil types on the property suggest the ranch is split almost perfectly in half between infrequently flooded uplands in the North, and frequently flooded estuaries to the South.
The uplands are characterized by a healthy stand of native grasses including bushy bluestem and little bluestem, as well as scattered brush and few hardwood trees. This section of the property supports whitetail, wild pigs, doves, and a breeding population of bobwhite quail– a testament to the property’s effective management.
Flanked on the East by Halls Bayou, New Bayou on the West, and Chocolate Bay to the south, the property’s lowlands are influenced by the variety of habitat created by freshwater, saltwater, and the hybrid systems casually referred to as brackish estuaries. These frequently flooded sections of the ranch are rich with marine and bird life and offer endless recreational opportunities including crabbing, fishing, bird hunting, kayaking, or just watching a beautiful sunset over the marsh.
WILDLIFE
This property has been expertly designed and managed to produce the highest quality of native coastal and upland ecosystems. The planning and intention behind this work directly benefits the assortment of native wildlife.
Hundreds of resident and migratory bird species utilize the property’s acreage including doves and over a dozen species of waterfowl. Countless other water bird species traverse the landscape such as roseate spoonbills, white pelicans, egrets, terns, herons, ospreys, and hundreds of others.
Large populations of ducks and waterfowl winter on this ranch as well as utilize it on their migration route.
On the uplands of the property there are populations of white-tailed deer, wild pigs, coveys of bobwhite quail, as well as an assortment of native predators and varmints.
AGRICULTURE
The properties majority is under a conservation easement that does not allow for commercial livestock and agriculture. However, the remainder of the property not encumbered by the easement could be utilized for agriculture or horses and livestock if desired.
IMPROVEMENTS
No substantive improvements have been made on this property. However, there is ample room in the non-easement acreage for an owner to build and create anything they would like.
WATER
There are no known domestic water wells on the property.
ELECTRICITY
Electricity is not currently on the property.
MINERALS
Any seller owned minerals will convey.
AREA HISTORY
Situated on Chocolate Bay, this property rests within the historic coastal prairie of southern Brazoria County — a landscape long defined by ranching, tidal influence, and Gulf commerce. The region evolved over time into a working corridor of cattle operations and rice farming supported by fertile prairie soils and nearby bayous. Today, it remains a blend of agricultural heritage and coastal habitat supporting a diversity of marine and terrestrial wildlife.
Contact for Price • 4,290 acres
PROPERTY SPECS
Total Acres: 4,290±
Water: Lake, 25 Tanks, Creek, Water Wells, Irrigation Wells
County: Zavala & Maverick
Nearest City: Uvalde
Distance: Minutes
Features:
Giant Lake
25 Stock Tanks
Both Sides Chacon Creek
4 Irrigation Wells
3 Pivot Systems
3 Domestic Water Wells
5 BR/5 BA Main House
3BR / 3BA “Hotel”
9 BR/ 5.5 BA Hunting Lodge
Commercial Kitchen
Some Minerals/No Production
Huge Barn/Workshop
Rifle/Pistol Range
Level III MLD
22 Executive Deer Stands
Game Managed Giant Whitetails
1 Hour To Airport
Electric Gated Paved Access
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