Leakey, TX 78873(Real County)

The ranch is ideally situated along County Road 336, just one mile from the Leakey Airport and twelve miles from Garner State Park, making the ranch accessible from anywhere in the country. Its location in the heart of the scenic Frio Canyon provides easy access to popular Hill Country destinations like Leakey, Concan, and Camp Wood. Youll find live music, dancing, and steak dinners just minutes away at House Pasture, while the Frio Rivers renowned tubing, swimming, and kayaking stretches are close at hand. The ranch is also positioned within comfortable driving distance of several major cities, including San Antonio at 102 miles, Kerrville at 67 miles, and Uvalde at 42 miles. Whether youre flying in or making the drive, Blue Frio River Ranch offers the perfect blend of seclusion and accessibility. The ranch lies within a region once inhabited by the Lipan Apache, Tonkawa, and Comanche tribes, who relied on the Frio River for food, water, and transportation. These native groups left behind a legacy that is still felt today. Artifacts and relics found across the ranch give insight into the early inhabitants who lived in close relationship with the land. The Frio River was a central life source for these tribes, and its enduring beauty and consistency continue to reflect their deep connection to nature. Blue Frio River Ranch sits on ground with generational significanceland that tells a story as rich as the river that runs through it.

Landscape

The landscape is a signature display of Hill Country beauty. Towering pecans, ancient live oaks, sycamores, and cedar elms blanket the property, creating a peaceful and shaded environment. The terrain transitions between open pastures and wooded sections, with multi-acre paddocks ranging from three to six acres designed for efficient land use. Natural seep springs meander across the ranch, flowing into the West Frio River and adding to both the aesthetic and ecological value. The elevation, vegetation, and water features all come together to create a property that is not only functional, but visually stunning. Once an equestrian farm, the ranch has some of the better bottom land country boasting fertile soils and productivity. Finding a ranch in Leakey with such fertile grounds is a rarity and if youre looking for an all around ranch to run stock or horses, this is it!

Water

The centerpiece of the property is its incredible stretch of the West Frio River. With more than 1,000 feet of both banks under ownership, the river here is spring-fed and crystal clearoften described as the Caribbean of the Hill Country. The riverbed features smooth limestone, deep emerald pools, and gently flowing rapids. The water remains clear year-round, making it ideal for swimming, fly fishing, floating, and relaxing under the shade of mature Pecan trees. A naturally formed gravel beach area creates the perfect spot for outdoor entertaining, cookouts, or quiet reflection. In addition to the river, multiple seep springs run throughout the property, adding to the overall water supply and enhancing the natural environment. Importantly, this stretch of river has shown resilience during recent flood events, with no reported damage to its banks or surrounding infrastructure. With two water wells, over 1,000 feet of West Frio River frontage, and multiple spring-fed seeps, the 70-acre Blue Frio River Ranch stands as one of the most abundantly watered properties of its size in the entire Texas Hill Country.

Improvements

The ranch includes the original West Pasture home, built in the 1960s as part of the historic Culpepper Equestrian Ranch. This 1,600 square foot residence features three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a large central living space that is both functional and inviting. Additional structures include an eight-stall horse barn, a detached 400 square foot office or guest suite with a half bath, and a full bed and bathroom. Two water wells supply strategically all improvements on the ranch, and the property is cross-fenced with improved ranch roads and strategically placed wildlife feeders. Everything has been thoughtfully laid out to make the ranch fully operational and ready to enjoy from day one, whether your focus is fishing and recreation, livestock or wildlife, or relaxing in the most beautiful part of Texas.

Wildlife

Blue Frio River Ranch supports a thriving mix of native and exotic wildlife. The combination of river access, water troughs, native grasses, and wooded cover provides excellent year-round habitat. Wildlife frequently observed on the property includes whitetail deer, axis deer, fallow, blackbuck antelope, Aoudad sheep, wild hogs, turkey, and dove. The ranchs low-fence perimeter allows for natural animal movement while still supporting hunting, photography, and wildlife observation. The balance of open field, brush, and water sources makes this an ideal property for those seeking a well-managed wildlife experience. Multiple blinds and feeders allow for immediate access to free chase hill country wildlife. The ranch is currently under a wildlife management tax exemption, offering substantial property tax savings to the owner. This exemption not only reduces holding costs, but also promotes the ongoing care and enhancement of native habitat and wildlife resources across the property. Its a tax strategy that supports stewardship, conservation, and long-term land value.

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Blue Frio River Ranch is a turnkey, legacy-quality property that checks every boxlive water, infrastructure, location, heritage, and income potential. From its glass-clear stretch of the West Frio River to its mature hardwoods, functional improvements, and cultural significance, this is a rare opportunity to own one of the most dynamic and scenic ranches in the Hill Country. Whether you're envisioning a recreational retreat, equestrian operation, or long-term family holding, Blue Frio River Ranch offers an unmatched lifestyle investment in the heart of Real County.