, Uvalde, TX (Uvalde County)

The largest portion of the ranch is South Texas type terrain with thick stands of mesquite, oaks, and an incredible variety of other superior tree and brush species favored by big whitetail bucks. There are 10 large food plots planted in high protein Illinois bundle flower, a thick blanket of strong native grasses, and a year-round supplemental feed program provide an unmatched level of quality wildlife nutrition. In addition, the Dry Frio River runs along the property for over 3 miles creating a natural pocket for a multitude of animal and bird species. However, what makes This ranch is truly unique is that it contains its own scenic mountain range rising over 300 feet to a total elevation of 1,262 feet! A good 2-wheel drive road winds up and over the top and the views from several lofty peaks rival even the best of the hill country!

To ensure the ranches continued standard of unmatched deer quality, over 50 South Texas genetic whitetail bucks and numerous bred does have been stocked at this ranch in the last 4 years from the VLC scientific whitetail and Cotton Mesa program, two of the largest and most highly respected in the country. In addition, this ranch has a Texas Parks and Wildlife Level 3 MLD Permit which allows for 4 full months of whitetail deer management annually. Trophy exotic species that call this ranch home include aoudad sheep, fallow, axis, Texas Dall sheep, and others. Javalina, as well as huge flocks of turkeys and dove can be found throughout the ranch, and quail hunting is available year-round with this ranch’s private bird hunting permit. The ranch has also recently received its own scientific breeding permit and has just completed the construction of 4 new state-of-the-art whitetail breeding pens next to the main headquarters. With seven 3-man deer blinds set on concrete slabs, four portable 3-man blinds, and several tripod bow stands, this ranch is every hunter’s dream come true! There are approximately 12 feed stations at this ranch providing year-round free choice protein pellets, corn, alfalfa hay and water to the deer.

There are 2 water wells, all with submersible pumps, several nice ponds, and approximately 3 miles of buried water line that provide water to troughs in all areas of the ranch.

This ranch has one of the most spectacular yet subtle hunting lodges in the state. Completed in the fall of 2003, the main lodge contains 5,000 square feet of interior space and an imposing 2,000 square foot wrap-around porch. The lodge is tucked against the foot of the mountain range and was designed to blend in to the surrounding countryside to protect the visual harmony of the ranch. With 5 huge bedrooms, a massive great room, dining area and kitchen all adorned with a perfect blend of rustic and modern decor, the main lodge could serve as an impressive commercial hunting headquarters or simply an extraordinary private retreat. The property is perimeter fenced by an 8-foot tight lock game fence constructed in 2001. Over 10 miles of interior roads have been recently improved to provide 2-wheel drive access throughout the ranch, and an additional 2 miles of road from CR 102 to the main lode are topped in Vulcan trap rock.