The Goode Ranch is 268.67 acreSouth Texas hunting and recreational ranch, fully enclosed with a quality game fence. Located in Jim Wells County, this property offers exceptional wildlife opportunities and classic South Texas brush country terrain ideal for hunters, wildlife enthusiasts, and those seeking an excellent hunting ranch.
Location & Access:
The ranch is situated approximately 8 miles north of Alice, Texas, the county seat of Jim Wells County, and is easily accessible via a deeded easement off FM 2044. There are electric gates both at the highway and at the ranch entrance for secure and convenient access. The property lies in the heart of South Texas Coastal Bend/South Texas Plains region, with ranch country connectivity to several regional centers: roughly 45 miles west of Corpus Christi, approximately 200+ miles southwest of Houston, and around 200+ miles southeast of San Ant...
The ranch is situated approximately 8 miles north of Alice, Texas, the county seat of Jim Wells County, and is easily accessible via a deeded easement off FM 2044. There are electric gates both at the highway and at the ranch entrance for secure and convenient access. The property lies in the heart of South Texas Coastal Bend/South Texas Plains region, with ranch country connectivity to several regional centers: roughly 45 miles west of Corpus Christi, approximately 200+ miles southwest of Houston, and around 200+ miles southeast of San Antonio via major state highways.
Improvements:
The ranch features a well-maintained 1,620 sqft wood-frame home built in 2014 that provides comfortable accommodations for owners and guests. The residence includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a utility room, and a covered carport, making it well suited for weekend use or extended stays. Located near the home is a 24 x 31 metal barn constructed in 2020 on a concrete foundation and equipped with two 9 roll-up doors, offering excellent storage and workspace for ranch equipment and vehicles. An additional 15 x 30 concrete slab is located adjacent to the barn, providing flexibility for future improvements or additional storage needs.
Terrain & Vegetation:
The ranch is predominantly native South Texas brush with senderos, and seasonal creeks. Vegetation typical of Jim Wells County includes mesquite, oaks, live oak, native grasses, and scattered cacti creating excellent cover and browse for wildlife. This transitional brush grassland habitat supports healthy populations of whitetail deer and other native game species.
Wildlife:
Goode Ranch sustains abundant native wildlife, including white-tailed deer, feral hogs, quail, dove, and turkey, making it a strong hunting destination. The diverse brush and browse species found on the ranch are known to be attractive to deer and other game throughout the year, and the fully enclosed game fence enhances wildlife management and hunting opportunities.
Water Resources:
Water for the ranch is supplied by a quality water well drilled in 2018 to an approximate depth of 345 feet, featuring a 4" PVC casing with the pump believed to be set at around 145 feet. In addition to the primary well, the ranch includes two older oil wells that have been converted for water use, expanding water availability across the property. One of these converted wells operates with a solar-powered pump set at approximately 180 feet, providing reliable supplemental water for wildlife and ranch operations.
Minerals: Surface sale only.
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