Lain Ranch
Overview:
The Lain Ranch is located approximately 10 miles south of Sweetwater, Tx and consists of 1,080+/- acres in the scenic Nolan county hills. The ranch is completely high fenced and offers some of the best wildlife habitat in the area. The ranch has been well managed for Whitetail and also has a herd of registered Rocky Mountain Elk.
Habitat:
The Lain ranch sits on the edge of the caprock with several deep cut springs running through the ranch. The current owner has had an extensive cedar removal program in place for years and it is one of the highlights of the property. The cedars were selectively removed from the hillsides, while still leaving plenty of cover in the draws for the wildlife. Several areas around the ranch that have grown up in Oak Shinery which provides excellent cover and forage for the wildlife. The unobscured views across these rocky canyons allow for some i...
The Lain ranch sits on the edge of the caprock with several deep cut springs running through the ranch. The current owner has had an extensive cedar removal program in place for years and it is one of the highlights of the property. The cedars were selectively removed from the hillsides, while still leaving plenty of cover in the draws for the wildlife. Several areas around the ranch that have grown up in Oak Shinery which provides excellent cover and forage for the wildlife. The unobscured views across these rocky canyons allow for some incredible opportunities to observe the wildlife and natural scenery. Up on top, there are approximately 90 acres of productive farm ground that has been planted for food plots in past years. There are several very nice spring-fed ponds on the ranch. They are deep, clear, and full of fish.
Wildlife:
Wildlife on the ranch consists of Whitetail, Elk, Quail, Varmints, and a wide variety of non-game species. The Lain Ranch is home to a thriving population of registered Rocky Mountain Elk along with a very healthy population of Whitetail. When the ranch was originally high fenced 40 bred does from south Texas were released to coincide with the native deer. The ranch has been strictly managed with only a few mature bucks and bulls harvested every year. The predator population has beenYou could continue reaping the benefits of the current management program or start your own. The possibilities are endless with this habitat rich environment.
Water:
This ranch is well watered with several springs and 6 water wells. There are 3 spring-fed ponds along with several miles of water lines running throughout the ranch to water troughs.
Improvements:
-Nice 3bed/2bath double wide mobile home
-Covered patio with an above ground pool
-30x40 Shop with covered parking
-6 Water wells
-Water line infrastructure
-6.5 miles of high fence in very good condition
-3 Spring fed ponds
-Income Producing SWD
Mineral/Wind Rights:
All owned to be conveyed
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From Sweetwater head south on highway 70 for approximately 11 miles. Take a slight left turn onto state highway 153 for approximately half a mile. Turn left onto county road 173. The main gate will be on your left after 1 mile.
542 County Road 173
Sweetwater, Tx, 79556
Nolan County, USA