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FROM THE PUBLISHER Dear Land Investor, Seven years ago, Republic Ranches and Fay Ranches forged a successful alliance that continues to provide our clients access to the largest network of landowners and qualified land investors in the country. This year marks the publication of our sixth edition of Land Investor magazine. It has been a unique and challenging year for everyone amid a global pandemic, causing widespread health and economic impacts and changing how people think about the value of land. We saw a significant uptick in sales volume as a result of the pandemic and social unrest. The land and ranch market is stronger than ever as people seek social distance and safety for themselves and their loved ones, while still seeing land as the sound investment it has always been. The Fay Ranches and Republic Ranches agents are highly competent, knowledgeable, and experienced professionals and have established a powerful reputation nationwide. The four pillars Fay Ranches was founded upon in 1992 remain the same: Family, Conservation, Investment Value, and Sporting Pursuits. While they are all important and at the core of everything we do, there is a reason that family comes first. When thinking about our own homes, our favorite memories are those we share with family, whether fishing, hunting, horseback riding, or enjoying time spent around a roaring fire. In these uncertain times, we also know how much our clients value the feeling of safety and security for their families that comes from owning rural land. The strategic alliance between Fay Ranches and Republic Ranches provides our clients access to an incredible diversity of land investment knowledge and an enormous amount of land investment opportunities from coast to coast. One thing that hasn’t changed since our humble beginnings almost 30 years ago is our adherence to the four pillars, and our effort to treat everyone—from our clients to our colleagues—like family. In these trying times, we are still just as committed to helping our clients find the right property for themselves and their loved ones, and know that our work is in some ways more important than ever before. If you’d like to learn more about the investment characteristics of land, please give us a call. And if it’s time to divest from a land asset, we’re here to help. We hope the coming year is filled with good health and joy for you and your loved ones. All the best.
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FEATURES 3 A LETTER FROM OUR PUBLISHER 6 WILL 2020 FORESHADOW A BOON IN RURAL LAND SALES? 8 RAISING KIDS AND CATTLE 10 THE DREAM OF OWNING LAND FOR FIRST-TIME BUYERS 12 STRATEGIES TO OWNING A RANCH FROM AFAR 14 THE ULTIMATE ESG INVESTMENT 16 SPORTSMAN’S CORNER: TEACHING OUR DAUGHTERS TO HUNT 17 SEVEN SIMPLE MISTAKES TO AVOID WHEN PLANTING A FOOD PLOT
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PUBLISHER: Greg Fay, Founder, Broker Fay Ranches, Inc. 395 Gallatin Park Drive Bozeman, Montana 59715 Phone 800-238-8616 www.fayranches.com EDITOR, ADVERTISING SALES: Ashley Keller, Fay Ranches CONTENT EDITOR: Alex Lovett-Woodsum MAGAZINE DESIGN: C&S Creative, Park City,UT A SPECIAL THANK YOU: To the team who makes this all possible: Virginia Thompson, Heidi Maxwell, Sarah Sloan, Meredith Johnson, Allison Miles, Denise Adams, Jesica Hicks ©2020 FAY RANCHES, INC.
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WILL 2020 FORESHADOW A BOON IN
RURAL LAND SALES? BY GREG FAY FOUNDER/BROKER FAY RANCHES
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irus-related lockdowns, economic devastation, prolific government spending, and social unrest have ushered in the new decade. Significant changes are happening at lightning speed, and trying to make sense of how this all ends is difficult and so far a bit counterintuitive. For families across the country, there is more uncertainty than ever. But interestingly, based on the unprecedented market for land over the summer months, it appears we are in the beginning stages of a bull market for farm and ranch sales in the U.S. Under normal circumstances, oil dropping to under $0/barrel and unemployment spiking to over 10% would not favor rural land sales. When the lockdowns began, deal flow initially slowed down, with most people hunkering down and staying at home. As our communities began to reopen, there was a tremendous surge in interest in land investment. Fay Ranches and Republic Ranches agents and our competitors noticed the trend as investors looked at land as both the tangible and stable investment it has been for decades and a great, safe place to escape with their families. Now that we have had time to study this in-depth, we believe that we are seeing two significant impetuses for increasing rural land sales for the second half of 2020. This will likely continue into the coming years as more money shifts into land investment. The first major shift is a migration from urban centers to more rural settings as families look for safety and social distancing
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while still enjoying their lives. People are realizing the tremendous value of being able to enjoy the outdoors away from others. More people are taking up hunting, fishing, camping, and other outdoor pursuits to pass the time and realize they really enjoy these hobbies. Nothing is stopping another pandemic from happening in the future, and if we learned anything this time, the best way to stay safe and healthy is to find distance from others while still doing things that make us happy and keep us sane. The second shift is in investment strategy. At the beginning of the lockdown, almost everyone who had a second home on a ranch, at a beach, or just on some acreage moved there to get away from cities. Many are realizing they prefer it. With so little left to do in urban centers, those who did not have access to a home outside of the cities started wishing they did, which is one reason we have seen such an uptick in rural land and ranch sales. Many companies have shifted to a work from home model and quickly realized that their employees could successfully work from home while still being productive. This pandemic reshaped the way we, as a society, look at work structure. Not only do we have the tools and technology to work from home and still stay connected and productive, but potentially the operating costs for companies could be much lower if they continue some version of this in the future. The trend will likely continue on some level, giving employees more flexibility to move where they want, which these
days tends to be towards suburban and rural areas. We foresee this trend and migration continuing for at least the next few years.
lifestyle. It also provides a sense of safety and security in the face of an unprecedented pandemic.
Another factor driving this demographic shift from urban to rural will be homeowners looking to avoid increasingly onerous city taxes as economic growth slows. As people move out of the city centers, it will aggravate city finances, which they will try to plug with even higher local taxes, as some large cities have already done. Cities will become less and less desirable to live in from an economic standpoint in addition to all the other factors at play.
The most significant factor that may be spurring the trend will be financial. The amount of money being printed and spent by our federal, state, and local governments will put tremendous pressure on future taxes, economic activity, and likely inflation. Rural land investment is historically a sanctuary from inflation. Rural land is generally low taxed in most states because of agricultural exemptions, keeping carrying costs to a minimum. In times of turmoil, land is a tangible asset at little to no risk of losing all its value. Also, low-interest rates with expectations of coming inflation will mean making financial sense to go into debt now and pay back the loans with inflated money.
Fear of future shutdowns will also play a role in land investment. Most people never imagined that the government would cut movement and economic activity the way it did. The continuing fear of COVID-19, or the next virus, could also spur people to look for less crowded living opportunities. Being in the country provides the ability to be outside and enjoy a healthier
Many people report that the pandemic has offered them a special opportunity to spend much more time with their families. Rural land investment is a smart decision in these trying times, both from a financial standpoint and to provide you with peace of mind. 800-238-8616 | WWW.FAYRANCHES.COM | 7
RAISING
KIDS AND CATTLE BY KIMBERLY LOWRY FAY RANCHES BROKER ASSOCIATE
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or my family, raising kids and cattle go hand in hand. My kids were born on a cattle ranch surrounded by livestock and were wheeled out amongst the cows during calving in baby joggers before they could walk by my side to check on the herd. Raising kids and cattle often means 2 am trips to the barn during calving season if the weather is cold, and it is all hands on deck at times to care for newborn calves that would otherwise not survive inclement weather when born in the middle of the night. This lifestyle can be humbling, rewarding, and creates a sense of resolve and an awareness that sometimes another being must be prioritized above our own needs. At times juggling kids and cattle can be a challenge, but truthfully, I would choose no other way of life for my kids. Instead of filling every waking moment with video games and TV, they have learned to wake up early and head to the barn to take care of morning chores and feeding before eating breakfast themselves. While raising cattle, hogs, and lambs, they have also been actively involved in 4H and shown all three species successfully locally and nationally. Despite their many successes, they have also had their share of failures learning valuable lessons of resilience. Things do not always work out as you hope or plan, but the more failures you have, the more you
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will enjoy your successes. It is an important lesson that applies throughout life. While showing a mountain ranch recently with limited cell reception, I got a phone call that some of my cows and calves had broken out of their pasture. My neighbor reported concern that the cows had gotten out but then quickly added that my daughter was out there on a fourwheeler with one of the cow dogs and had successfully gathered the pairs and returned them to the pasture. The clients touring the ranch with me were astounded that my 14-year-old daughter knew just what to do to protect the cattle and ensure their safety. Working with livestock requires you to think fast on your feet sometimes and make critical decisions. Raising kids with cattle and other livestock species results in maturity and a sense of responsibility often absent in their peers who may not share in the same experiences. We work to involve the kids in decision making, and they will offer their input when making breeding decisions. With goals to raise quality, competitive livestock for our kids and other 4Hers, these decisions often go hand in hand with a successful livestock project. It is rewarding for the kids to take an active role in these decisions and see the results, which can apply to many facets of life in the future.
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THE DREAM OF OWNING LAND FOR FIRST-TIME BUYERS BY MITCHELL EADS REPUBLIC RANCHES SALES ASSOCIATE
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ave you dreamed of owning rural land, a place to conserve, cultivate, and enjoy? Whether a childhood dream, a recent aspiration, or if you are a savvy investor that wants to capitalize on the enjoyment and pride dividend that comes with owning a hard asset like land, the market has found itself in a sweet spot for first-time buyers. The first step we highly encourage is to find a broker that you trust and begin the conversation. The complexities of a farm and ranch transaction can seem overwhelming and create a barrier that keeps many buyers on the sidelines. Working with a broker will ease the stress of the unknown and allow buyers to enjoy the process. Buyer diligence in a farm and ranch transaction can sometimes be a more complex endeavor than a residential home purchase. Numerous data points and property encumbrances are generally less impactful than with rural land. Often it is as simple as knowing what questions to ask. Once you have met or spoken with a broker to discuss your search’s initial parameters and begun to study various properties, the next step is getting out and putting in some windshield time. No amount of data analysis and sorting through maps and pictures can take the place of getting your feet on the land and seeing it firsthand. Some buyers will search for years for the perfect place, looking at ranch after ranch. Other buyers will step foot on the first or second ranch they view and know it is the one. You can feel the excitement and that intangible connection to the land. Some buyers will experience guilt in falling in love with the first few places they see. The process seems too easy, and there is a feeling of potentially missing out on the next property around the corner. We encourage buyers to make informed and thoughtful decisions while also reminding themselves that the perfect property can present itself at any time.
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As with residential purchases, especially in an active market, seeking pre-approval from a lender is highly encouraged. In addition to a conversation with your broker, we recommended contacting a lender as soon as your search begins. Lenders are a valuable resource that can help walk you through rates and requirements to make the process as smooth as possible. This will also help to refine your search by identifying your buying power and bringing your dream that much closer. BELOW ARE SEVERAL FACTORS TO CONSIDER AND DISCUSS WITH YOUR BROKER: REGION As always, real estate balances atop the three critical factors of Location, Location, Location. Across the country, regions differ drastically in their topography, soils, foliage, wildlife, and watersheds. When many buyers begin their search, one of the parameters is often a search radius from a particular city. This is an essential factor in ensuring that travel does not detract from the enjoyment of a property. However, as buyers refine their search, they will often focus on a particular region, rather than distance. Regions can change drastically within a matter of miles. When viewing a property in one season, it is vital to have a broker knowledgeable about a region’s year-round attributes. PRICING AND FINANCING One of the most crucial roles a broker can fulfill is ensuring that a buyer has as much information as possible to decide what they will pay for a property. Brokers will address numerous pricing factors in the recommendations and help buyers feel comfortable that they are within the market. Current interest rates allow buyers to keep more money in their wallet or in the market to outperform borrowing costs. Even cash
buyers will often ultimately borrow after speaking with a lender and realizing the benefits of capitalizing on these market factors. Some lenders offer profit sharing and other incentives to their customers, possibly adjusting your interest rates even lower.
production rather than the market value. The Ag appraisal’s general purpose is to encourage agricultural production and conservation by implementing management practices that can ultimately improve the land and wildlife.
OIL AND GAS AND THE MINERAL ESTATE Many factors can affect a property. After the shale boom, which put the United States as a global leader in oil and gas production, possibly one of the most recognizable encumbrances is created by the mineral estate. A frequently asked question from buyers looking at land is, “does it come with minerals?” Though a good question, the answer is often no. Properties are frequently bought and sold with the minerals having been reserved years ago, and typically it has no impact on the use of the property. It is essential to discuss the implications of purchasing land with some or all of the mineral estate reserved and what can be done to mitigate the impact on your land. Having a firm grasp of all of the rights affecting a property will help a buyer feel more comfortable.
The primary Ag appraisals that most first-time buyers will qualify for unless buying a commercial operation is the 1-D-1 Agricultural Appraisal or Open Spaces Agricultural Use. It is imperative to have a firm grasp of the property’s taxing status. A property that has lapsed or is not currently under an Ag appraisal will be taxed considerably higher and require five years of adherence before the land can qualify.
RESTRICTIONS Restrictions come in many forms and can be created naturally by factors such as floodways, county regulations, or a seller who has placed restrictive covenants on the land. Not all restrictions detract from a property’s value, as in restrictive covenants, which can serve to protect the land from particular uses and increase value. It is essential to understand any factors that can impact your use and development of the land, both for your purposes and future value consideration. TAXING APPRAISAL One of the most cost incentivizing factors of purchasing rural land is the tax appraisals offered to landowners of agricultural properties. Ag appraisals, often called Ag exemptions, allow landowners to own property with a significantly reduced tax rate by adhering to a list of requirements. This allows land to be appraised based on the estimated
INPUT COST AND OPERATING EXPENSE Rural properties come in all shapes and sizes and every degree of improvement, from raw land to highly improved and everything in between. Some buyers begin their search looking for a blank canvas property with the dream of molding and shaping the land to their desires. Others look for the turn-key property that is move-in ready and primed for immediate enjoyment. An unimproved property will likely have a higher input cost associated with land clearing, fencing, water development, and the possibility of building structures. Turn-key properties will generally have a higher Operating Expense related to maintaining the existing improvements. Whatever your desires, it is crucial to speak with a broker and asses the time and cost input a particular property will require. With locations across the country and with experience and knowledge in nearly every industry affecting rural land, the brokers and agents at both Fay Ranches and Republic Ranches are poised to make your dream a reality and to have some fun along the way. We have made careers out of our passions and find no greater joy than sharing that passion with buyers. We hope that this helps illuminate several vital factors to consider on the path to ownership. 800-238-8616 | WWW.FAYRANCHES.COM | 11
STRATEGIES TO OWNING A RANCH FROM AFAR
Absentee Ownership Should Not Be Overwhelming BY RYAN BRAMLETTE
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any of our clients at Fay Ranches are absentee buyers looking to satisfy a lifelong dream of owning their version of the perfect western property. Before this dream becomes a reality, many have questions around the logistics of owning and maintaining a farm/ranch or recreational property from across the country. Properties out west are big: the average farm/ranch property in Montana is 2125 acres. That can be overwhelming to an absentee owner. To maximize the enjoyment of absentee land ownership, buyers need to know their goals before purchase, understand how their goals align with a particular ranch’s potential, and have an overall plan that can bring it all together. ALIGN YOUR GOALS WITH THE LANDS POTENTIAL Once a land buyer knows what they want, investigating a property’s potential, and identifying if the prospective land can fit the buyer’s needs is the logical next step. Water rights attorneys, wildlife biologists, general contractors, stream reclamation experts, the USDA, BLM, and Forest Service, are all resources that may be needed for boots on the ground investigation. Choosing a strong ranch broker capable of helping you connect all of these dots by leveraging their contacts and their firm’s database of proven resources and relationships will be enormously beneficial. Having the right experts involved in the process will help you find the right property and gain relevant knowledge and enjoy the steps along the way.
CREATE A PLAN As one gains a better understanding of a ranch’s potential, exciting ideas lead to more questions: • How will I manage the general upkeep and maintenance of the structures, fencing, and landscaping? • Who will be overseeing the habitat improvement and wildlife management projects I have in mind, and how will I know these are being implemented correctly if I am not around consistently?
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• What will be the most effective and efficient way to administer any grazing permits or leases? Figuring out the answers to these questions will help develop a plan. Dan Durham, co-owner at Ranch Resources in Sheridan, MT, a natural resource consulting service, agrees. “The plan should be a combination of the objectives and the potential of the ranch.” Logan Miller, co-owner with Durham, adds, “A plan should consist of different enterprises that are organized, prioritized, and implemented over time.” The costs of owning a ranch, recreational objectives, and agricultural objectives are all examples of different ranch enterprises. With each plan uniquely organized through these varying ranch enterprises, one commonality is that most plans will call for some level of resource and relationship management. From simple tasks such as organizing ranch finances to wildlife management, habitat improvement, planting of crops, and ranch staff employment and supervision, a “non-resident” owner will likely require some assistance when it comes to plan implementation. PLAN IMPLEMENTATION The good news is there are several solutions to obtaining the appropriate help required to successfully implement and execute the plan you have laid out for your ranch. The question is, where does one start their quest towards finding these resources? Once again, leveraging your ranch broker’s database is the perfect place to start. A best in class ranch broker will have the knowledge, resources, and relationships to help you identify and engage with the appropriate parties that can prove to be a valuable asset to
you as an absentee landowner. Engage a “local.” Best suited for low maintenance properties and a “lock the door and leave” set up, many of our clients engage a trusted and responsible local to routinely swing by and keep an eye on the place. If something doesn’t look right, they call the owner, and the owner handles it from there. LEVERAGE LESSEES FOR PLAN IMPLEMENTATION Whether in conjunction with a caretaker or a consultant or if the landowner manages the relationship, a lessee can be a great resource for plan implementation. While the income generated from an agricultural operation or hunting lease may or may not be material, at a minimum, it can help offset operating costs. Besides generating income, these agreements can be an excellent way for a landowner to maintain their land productivity, achieve wildlife management objectives, and keep a presence on the property that mitigates trespassing. HIRE A CONSULTANT According to Durham and Miller, a consultant’s involvement can vary from quarterbacking oneoff projects to being a full-time on the ground manager deeply involved in daily operations. Depending on a landowner’s objectives, a good consultant can be a valuable resource that offers professional guidance and delivers solutions via proven in-house and outsourced resources. HIRE A CARETAKER Many absentee landowners have no intention of operating a full-blown farm or ranch operation. However, the need to perform routine maintenance, ensure the
property is being well kept, and have a presence on the property to minimize trespassing are examples of how a full-time caretaker on the property can prove valuable. A RANCH MANAGER has a foundation of expertise, typically built from educational platforms such as the Dan Scott Ranch Management Program at Montana State University that provides valuable on the ground experience around the management of a ranch. The ranch manager is in charge of and held accountable for the successful implementation and execution of the landowner’s plan. He/She answers to the landowner, and all other ranch employees answer to the ranch manager. Once you have determined that a farm, ranch, or recreational property out west is worthy of exploring, vet, and engage the best ranch brokers that specialize exclusively in these types of high-end transactions. Find one that is a fit for you personally and has the resources and relationships to assist you in all aspects of the process. Before purchasing land, know what you want, understand how the potential of a property aligns with your goals, and build a plan that can be implemented over time. Finally, engaging the right resources to execute your plan will maximize the ROI of your land investment (however one chooses to measure their return) while minimizing absentee anxieties. 800-238-8616 | WWW.FAYRANCHES.COM | 13
FORESTLANDS
THE ULTIMATE ESG INVESTMENT BY TROY DANA
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SG (environmental, social, and governance) is a general term used in capital markets and by investors to evaluate corporate behavior to determine the future financial performance/benefit of investing in new companies and innovations. ESG is the new standard by which corporations, nonprofits, and start-ups stand out in the crowd, whether competing for capital or market share. A closer look at forestlands as an ESG investment will show that forestlands check all the boxes. Tree farm certification, forest practice rules, and habitat conservation plans are a few of the voluntary and regulatory management protocols designed to improve the landscape aesthetic, forest health, and ecosystem functionality. All of these are ESG centric. Forestlands provide more than economic returns; they provide unforgettable sights, sounds, and sensory experiences that start when one steps among the trees and takes in that first deep breath of the distinctive woodland bouquet. Forestlands do far more than grow trees; they strengthen our connection with nature. An encounter with a 900-pound bull elk bugling on a brisk early autumn morning is enhanced by the pungent, pleasant aromatic of pine sap warming in the reddish-brown ponderosa pine bark ubiquitous on the eastern side of the Cascades. The cathartic sound of bone-chillingly cold water pumping from crystal clear springs into meandering streams or the experience of foraging the forest floor on an early October day for Chanterelles prized by culinary snobs and old-timers leave an imprint on the soul. Forestlands offer unique and tangible experiences no other ESG investment can provide. The experiences alone make the investment worthy of consideration, but set those aside for a moment and consider how much forestlands do for our ecosystem, our economy, and our quality of life. CARBON SINK – Leading up to Covid-19, C02e, or Greenhouse Gas dominated headlines and was considered humanity’s existential threat by politicians, scientists, and the media alike.
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The images of the polar ice caps melting, unprecedented weather extremes and climate change alarms due to increased levels of Co2e in the atmosphere all confirm climate change is a reality. One positive thing coming from Covid-19 is that it has demonstrated that reduced Co2e emissions do improve air quality and slow the greenhouse effect. Capturing carbon from burning less fossil fuel can also help improve air quality and slow climate change. Forestlands are massive carbon sinks due to their ability to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. A Douglas Fir tree planted 20 years ago is one of the most efficient carbon sequestration and oxygen emitting life forms on the planet. Sequestered carbon can represent as much 28,000 pounds in a 100-year-old Douglas fir or approximately 50% of the biomass weight. The oxygen produced by photosynthesis can range from 260 – 500 pounds per year, depending on tree size. Carbon sequestration and scrubbing technologies are abundant but not yet costeffective. By contrast, forestlands do this work and so much more. Carbon sequestration in biomass has also created a demand for carbon offsets. Now, these markets are emerging throughout the US as more and more Fortune 500 companies are proactively investing in forestlands for carbon credits. COOL WATER – There is nothing like walking out of the direct sun on a hot summer day into a small wooded area fully shaded by tall trees to a 10-15 degree drop in temperature. Even small forests can provide a cooler microclimate, shade, and habitat beneath the forest canopy. This shade offers benefits beyond a cooler place in the forest for the many animals that roam the forest and the plants that call it home. The shade and cooler air contribute significantly to keeping surface waters cooler as they meander downstream to ever bigger streams and rivers and eventually back to the ocean. Direct sunlight on the surface water creates a warming
effect impacting drainages, tributaries, and even ponds and lakes. Cool water is critical for many coveted cold water fish species such as trout, steelhead, and salmon smolts. BIOMASS PRODUCTION – Forests can be managed in various ways, from passive, hands-off management to intensive management for maximum ROI. Passive management allows for the indigenous species to flourish while competing for the sun. This can result in what is regarded as a mixed stand forest because there was no human-made attempt to purge non-commercial trees and competing vegetation. Mixed stand forests will often have a mixture of conifer and deciduous trees native to the region. There is still commercial value in these mature forests but generally not anywhere close to professionally managed commercial tree farms. For example, in Western WA, these native tree species can include big leaf maple, cottonwood, and Oregon ash. Commercially viable species that are not optimal to farm are western red cedar, western hemlock, and hybrid poplar. Douglas fir has historically and continues to be the preferred commercially desired tree, prized for the speed at which it grows and multiple structural and commercial uses. Mature fir trees can weight between 5000 and 10,000 pounds depending on age, site index, and stem count, which could amount to nearly 1 million pounds per acre of biomass. HABITAT – Perhaps the most instantly recognizable benefit of investing in timberlands is the positive impact of quality habitat for wildlife, flora, water, and the human experience. A habitat conservation plan or HCP is a voluntary agreement with the state and federal agencies to manage a tree farm with key and usually critical habitat objectives in
mind to protect threatened or endangered species such as spotted owls and Oregon spotted frogs. A trip to a well-managed tree farm with an HCP will almost certainly provide the investor experiences not readily available on many commercial tree farms. A tree farm managed for habitat serves two purposes: ROI, and optimal habitat long-term and short-term for the flora or fauna targeted. Quality habitat also improves the quality of the human experience in the forest. RECREATION – Camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, and birdwatching are examples of recreational uses in forestlands. A market has evolved for recreational leases to access these prized tree farms for this type of activity. Users pay an annual fee for a license to use the property, camp, hunt, or otherwise enjoy. An investor in this market can control access or limit access and improve the overall experience both for himself and others visiting the tree farm. FINANCIAL RETURNS - Historically, returns on timberland investment range from 8% - 12% depending on the investment vehicle. TIMOs (Timber Investment Management Organizations) and REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) are investment vehicles in which the investor has no participation in managing the asset. Mills and timber companies also invest in tree farms, and these companies are generally privately held. High net worth individuals and middle-class income earners alike often invest in forestlands as they have proven to deliver strong returns year after year. Add the benefits to our ecosystems and quality of life and include attractive and stable returns on investment, and it’s no wonder investors continue to acquire tree farms when they become available. Organizations like RISI provide real-time timberland intelligence and data for fully engaged investors who covet data. When considering all of the factors involved with investing in forestlands, no other ESG investment can do as much for the planet, the bank account, and the soul. 800-238-8616 | WWW.FAYRANCHES.COM | 15
SPORTSMAN’S CORNER
Teaching Our Daughters
to Hunt BY JEFF BOSWELL
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ecently one of my three daughters came to me and told me how lucky I was that I never had a boy, so all of my girls learned to hunt and fish. I do not know if that is true, but they have all been thoroughly introduced to the great outdoors. Since they were old enough to walk, they went with me on weekend trips hunting, fishing, or just looking for arrowheads. As they grew up, they went from spectators to participants. Though they are grown now, her statement made me realize how their learning to be outdoorswomen changed their lives, and mine too. Without question, the skills they learned from outdoor activities gave them confidence that they’ve carried with them ever since. They did everything with ease from their ability to handle a shotgun on skeet shoots with the high school boys, talk duck species with friends’ dads, or skin hook a plastic worm on a Texas rig while fishing with friends. They would often find themselves the center of attention for doing things they thought everybody knew how to do. In Texas, many teenagers and young adults have the opportunity to go on trips with friends to farms and ranches. My girls always found themselves in charge of activities on these trips because they knew what they were doing. These experiences at a young age gave them poise and tenacity. Spending time in the outdoors also taught them other essential life lessons. They learned patience in a time when instant gratification is the way
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of the world. A little patience in life goes a long way. They also became accustomed to dealing with a lack of comfort and modern conveniences, which helps them deal with many situations. Importantly, their outdoor experiences also gave them a sense of perspective, including knowing where food comes from, which I believe will allow them to manage the many challenges life presents successfully. Spending all of that time in the great outdoors with my daughters gave me quality time that I would never have otherwise had. Spending all day on a fishing trip or long hours in a hunting blind provided opportunities to get to know them and hear things that I am even sure their mother was not aware of. I also had a captive audience to convey wisdom without the everyday distractions found in everyone’s homes these days. I hope my thoughts and perspectives shared on these outings will make a positive impact on their lives. Now that they are grown, going to the ranch with their boyfriends and husbands is always a great time and allows me to capture my daughters’ attention on those limited days that bring them back home. Having sacrificed a few things to have a place in the outdoors allowed us to share experiences and make memories that would never have happened otherwise. It is undoubtedly one of the best life investments I have made.
SEVEN SIMPLE MISTAKES TO AVOID
WHEN PLANTING A FOOD PLOT BY TALLON MARTIN REPUBLIC RANCHES BROKER ASSOCIATE
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ood plots are a great way to add diversity to your property and provide food all season long for wildlife. Once you know the basics and how to avoid simple mistakes, they are excellent management tools. If you want good results, you need to slow down and understand your land and prepare it properly. Adding diverse and consistent food sources can be a great value driver. Some of the gamiest ranches I have sold have two things in common: year-round varied food and water throughout the ranch. Let’s dive into some of the more common mistakes made when planting your first food plot. DIRT IS DIRT, RIGHT? No! That’s a trick question. Soil complexities are different across the state. Enhancing your soil’s composition will be the difference between a bumper crop and a lackluster weed farm. I will refrain from boring you with the science behind those three numbers on a fertilizer bag. That is where Texas A&M’s soil sample lab can help save you a ton of time. You can send in a small sample of your soil; once you get the results back, you can plug the results into their handy calculator to understand the adjustments you will make based on the crop you decided to plant. DON’T PICK IT JUST BECAUSE IT SAYS FALL DEER FOOD PLOT When you are first getting into food plots, it is hard not to resist the colorful, well-marketed bags of food plot mix with your favorite hunting celebrity on the front. But you have to remember, rarely do these national companies sell region-specific mixes. Something that grows well in Kansas may not grow well where you live. I have had very little luck with these types of plots. My suggestion is to call your local feed store and ask if they have any local mixes. Or ask what has been a popular wildlife crop in the area. Sometimes it is great to keep it simple in your first year. Maybe try winter rye for deer or brown top millet for dove. Both are very forgiving crops as you learn. LESS IS MORE Following the suggested seeding rate is critical. Most plants are picky about how much room they have to grow, and they do not want root competition. If you over-apply them, the crowding will stunt the growth of your crop, lowering the yield. It is very tricky not to overspread most wildlife mixes with a PTO driven seeder because the seeds are so small. I have found that having the feed store mix your fertilizer with the seeds makes it much easier to distribute the tiny seeds in a PTO-driven seeder evenly. If you find holes in your plot after plants start sprouting up, you can always go back and overseed in those thin areas in a week or so. EVERYONE NEEDS VITAMIN D Most of the wildlife crops you will be planting need and thrive from sunlight; most of them
need 6-8 hours of direct sunlight. So if you have a bow blind tucked in the woods with several shooting lanes, try to avoid the densely shaded areas. Lack of optimal sunlight will lead to leggy plants stretching to find the sun, which will hurt yields. DON’T OVERWORK IT As mentioned above, most wildlife crop seeds are pretty small. Once you spread the seeds, you want to avoid over dragging the field. A good rule of thumb is that most seeds only like to be covered one to two times their diameter. So something like a millet should be lightly dragged on a well-prepped field or ideally just rained in if you can time it right. Something like a sunflower can handle more heavyhanded covering. They can sprout even after being buried up to two inches. TIMING, TIMING, TIMING (AND A LITTLE LUCK) Dryland farming is hard, especially when we need to get wildlife food plots in the ground. Be patient; it is hard to see one 40% chance of rain day in the middle of a two-week dry spell and not jump the gun. But if you are not patient and wait for a little more consistent weather pattern, your seeds might germinate then burn up if they do not receive another rain reasonably quickly. Once the plants get larger, they can handle longer stretches without water, but they are fragile when they are young. YOU CAN’T PLANT AND FORGET Finally, you cannot plant and forget most crops. No matter how much you spray and prep a field, you will always have weed competition. Having the ability to spray your plots with a post-emergent herbicide can reduce competition and allow your plants the room to grow well. These herbicides are specially formulated to kill unwanted weeds and not hurt the desired crop. If you are not managing a vast field that can be aerially sprayed, they make boom sprayers for the back of your UTV. Several plants are aggressive growers and outcompete most weeds until they head out. Most millets are this way, and depending on your management goals, they may be a great crop to take your first dip into farming. I know all of these mistakes because I have made them myself at one time or another. I hope sharing what I have learned over the years helps bring you more success. Food plots have a pretty steep learning curve. Rarely are you going to knock it out of the park the first year; you need to be observant and learn from your mistakes. Each year you will find you get better and better at it. Once you hit a stride, you will discover they are powerful tools that bring you a lot of enjoyment. It is hard to beat the feeling when you see a successful plot attracting new game to your ranch. 800-238-8616 | WWW.FAYRANCHES.COM | 17
WYOMING’S SPLIT ESTATE BY NEIL BANGS
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ne of the most frequently asked questions regarding ranch sales in Wyoming is, who owns the mineral rights? And what rights do they have?
In many states, the owners of the land are not necessarily the owners of the mineral estate. Wyoming is such a state. Separation of the surface rights and subsurface rights occur through either a mineral deed or a mineral reservation. Unfortunately, many sellers do not own the mineral estate beneath the ranch they are selling or are unwilling to sell their mineral interest along with the surface. In many instances, the mineral ownership is unknown, and completing a mineral title search can be very expensive. Minerals were first filed on in the mid to late 1800s, and since then, all or a percentage of the mineral rights have been willed, sold, assigned, and traded, making it a daunting task to track down who owns what. Many of you have undoubtedly heard horror stories regarding stock or domestic wells going dry in direct relationship to energy development, but like all circumstances where two industries overlap, there is another side of the coin. That’s not to say there are not issues, but it is certainly not all bad. Miles of roads have been developed, allowing ranchers easy access to rough and rugged terrain they would likely not have if not for energy development.
landowners’ rights is a Surface Lease Agreement. This document’s language can vary from being specific enough to identify the amount of money the landowner would receive per new and existing well sites, to identifying a yearly lump sum payment covering all activity (or it could have been a one-time payment made 30 years ago with no further damage payments due). This is the document that needs serious attention. This document, along with a current Title Policy, will spell out what the energy company can and cannot do. It will more than likely tell you if they have the right to access their sites and equipment, will they be responsible for the maintenance of the roads, what is the spacing for new wells? Every 80 acres? That is why this document if it exists, is essential to see, so you can weigh the likelihood of the energy activity and the Surface Lease Agreement and decide if the ranch is for you or not. But like all industries, areas that once were booming with activity have gone quiet. In this case, the main question is, are the mineral rights leased? If they are not leased when you purchase a ranch, you become the person an energy company would have to contact to negotiate a new Surface Lease Agreement. This is where you can be specific: the last thing an energy company wants is a phone call from an irate landowner every time one of their employees enters a property.
Electricity has been installed throughout this same rugged country, offering the rancher the ability to have power in places they never imagined. Overflow water, when deemed useable, has been used for stock water and at times for irrigation. When abandoned methane gas or oil wells are earmarked to be closed in, ranchers have applied for and were allowed to re-permit wells and convert them to stock wells in their name.
There are areas of Wyoming that are far more active than others, and there are parts of the state that are not physically affected by energy production at all. Local ranchers deal with this regularly, probably with mixed emotions. If a local rancher is looking at purchasing a Wyoming ranch, the question always arises: are there any yearly surface damage payments? They almost look at it as an income source and an added bonus to a ranch sale. It is certainly up to each individual where they choose to purchase their ranch. There are positive and negative effects of every industry. The fact that Wyoming is one of the most tax-friendly states in America can be directly linked to the energy industry’s amount of tax revenue.
What protects the landowner in the case that another individual owns the subsurface rights? In most cases, the owner of the minerals is not the entity the develops or extracts them. Typically, the minerals’ owner will lease the mineral rights to an energy company that will produce whatever product is below the surface. In Wyoming, that is typically coalbed methane gas, oil, coal, uranium, and bentonite. The one document that spells out the surface
The two industries, for the most part, coexist in harmony. Years of learning from past mistakes on both industries’ behalf have led to new regulations, new technology, more detailed Surface Agreements, and better practices for all involved. As long as one does their due diligence, hires the right broker, and knows what to look for and the questions to ask, they can arm themselves with as much information as possible and make an informed decision.
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WASHINGTON’S WINE REGION BY MICHELLE BURBIDGE FAY RANCHES BROKER
ashington is quickly becoming a mecca for grape growers and wineries. The same breathtaking landscape that first drew pioneers westward over 200 years ago now attracts a new kind of pioneer, those searching for a rich and diverse grape growing region.
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Valley and not included in any other sub-AVAs. The appellation is in central, south-central, and southeastern Washington, with part of the appellation spilling across the border into Oregon. It contains 99% of all the wine grapes grown within Washington. Top varietals are Riesling, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Just 20 years ago, Washington had only four AVAs (American Viticultural Areas), accounting for 24,000 acres of wine grapes and 70,000 tons of grapes per year. As of August 2020, there were 14 AVAs, equating to nearly 60,000 acres of vineyards and 260,000 tons of grapes, making Washington America’s second-largest wine region. One more AVA (Royal Slope) was established as of publication date, with four more waiting in the wings (Candy Mountain, The burn of Columbia Valley, White Bluffs, and Yakima Valley 2). Each AVAs terroir is unique and influenced by combinations of climate, topography, and soils. These varying attributes create complexities in the flavor and aromas of the wines made from them.
LEWIS CLARK VALLEY - Designated in 2016, the Lewis-Clark Valley AVA’s soil is comprised of decomposing perennial grasses and grass roots with the capacity to hold water. The majority of soils contain loess, or wind-deposited, nutrient-rich silt. The region has good planting areas that are easy to develop and possess air drainage characteristics ideal for wine grapes. It also contains steep sides within shallow, stony surficial coverage for both classic and exotic vineyard sites. Formed by the Snake and Clearwater rivers, the Lewis-Clark Valley AVA consists of canyon side and benchlands and is 306,658 acres in size. About 72% (219,838 acres) of the Lewis-Clark Valley AVA is located in Idaho, with the rest in Washington.
Washington sits along the 46-degree parallel. It shares this commonality with the Burgundy and Rhone regions of France. This angle provides for over 17 hours of sunlight during the day and cool nights during the growing season. The time between the hottest daytime temperature and the coldest nighttime temperature is called the “Diurnal Range.” Washington has one of the most drastic ranges during the growing season, sometimes fluctuating by 47 degrees Fahrenheit. The high temperatures influence sugar content, while the cooler temperatures allow for a balance in acidity and aroma.
PUGET SOUND – Designated in 1995 and located in western Washington, Puget Sound is unique for Washington. It enjoys long, mild, and dry summers, but gets enough rainfall to grow grapes without irrigation. It is Washington’s coolest and wettest growing region and rarely suffers significant freezes in winter. The Puget Sound’s best-grown varieties pair very well with the region’s famous fresh seafood. 92 vineyard acres of vinifera grapes are planted, and approximately 45 wineries live in the Puget Sound region. Top varietals are Madeleine Angevine, Siegerebbe, and Muller-Thurgau, followed by Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir. It is Washington’s coolest and wettest growing region with an average of 15 – 30 inches of precipitation per year.
ABOUT THE APPELLATIONS COLUMBIA VALLEY – Designated in 1984 and encompassing more than a third of the state, the Columbia Valley is by far Washington’s largest growing AVA at nearly 11 million acres. It contains eight sub-AVAs within its borders: Red Mountain, Yakima Valley, Walla Walla Valley, Wahluke Slope, Rattlesnake Hills, Horse Heaven Hills, Snipes Mountain, Lake Chelan, Naches Heights, and Ancient Lakes. 6,070 vineyard acres are planted in the Columbia
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COLUMBIA GORGE – Designated in 2004, the Columbia Gorge AVA gave recognition to a uniquely beautiful area straddling the Columbia River along the Oregon border. The Columbia Gorge is one of Washington’s only growing regions outside of the Columbia Valley appellation. With nearly 400 acres under vine, it is one of the few AVAs where white grape variety plantings outnumber red grape
plantings. This is one of Washington’s four cross-border AVAs with 66,604 acres in Washington and 120,012 acres in Oregon. Traveling west to east within the Columbia Gorge, rainfall diminishes almost an inch per mile. Its western vineyards are a cool, marine-influenced climate (40 inches of rain per year) – perfect for Gewurztraminer, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, and Riesling. Its eastern vineyards are a continental high desert climate (10 inches of rain per year) but boast plentiful sunshine – perfect for Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Zinfandel. Vineyard altitudes vary from near sea level to close to 2,000 feet. REASONS TO INVEST IN WASHINGTON - Today, we see the growth and success that Washington grape growers and winemakers have had since the earlier pioneers before them. What started with a few small farms and creative winemakers has evolved into a world-class and well-respected industry on the world stage. It is a $4.4 billion-plus industry in Washington state. Since 1981, there has been consistent, steadfast growth in licensed wineries, with nearly 100 new per year since 1981, resulting in over 1000 wineries in 2020. From 2008 to 2018, Wine Spectator Magazine rated 44% of the Washington wines tasted with scores over 90. The only other region in the world to beat that by 1% was France. Trailing behind by wider margins were California, Italy, and Spain. This statistic speaks to superior fruit quality and meticulous craftsmanship amongst vintners. Wine consumers appreciate quality but also price. Of these five global wine-growing regions, Washington’s average price per bottle is the lowest, at $47. In the traditional grape-growing model, wineries are next to or close to their vineyard sources. Washington, generally, completely breaks this model. Many wineries are dozens and even hundreds of miles from the vineyards they work with. Many contract their grapes rather than establishing their own vineyards. This gives the wineries several advantages. Purchasing grapes minimizes startup time for a winery
and has enabled the industry’s rapid growth. It allows wineries to set up shop wherever they like, be it near metropolitan consumer hubs or in the state’s far reaches. Not being tied to a single vineyard source in a single location means that wineries can experiment with vineyards across Washington. They can make a wine that blends Cabernet Sauvignon from the Horse Heaven Hills with Merlot from Red Mountain and Petit Verdot from the Wahluke Slope, taking the best from each location. Using a diversity of sites also helps keep quality consistent across vintages. Investing in a vineyard or winery isn’t just a business decision. It’s an adventure and a lifestyle sought out by many who have previously walked far different paths. Winemakers and grape growers live and work in small towns where old homes, beautiful barns, and converted mills reflect the American West. They are active in their communities, connected to the land, and eager to share their stories. When stopped in a tasting room, the person you see walking in the vineyard, driving a forklift, or opening bottles behind the counter is often the owner or winemaker. Washington’s wine industry allocates 25% of its budget to support a groundbreaking viticulture and enology research program and the state-of-the-art WSU Wine Science Center. Research priorities are 100% industry-driven, and results are available to every winery and vineyard. Outreach is a major priority to ensure farmers and winemakers have the most updated information to make even better wine and grow even better fruit. Washington state residents revel in the opportunity to taste and tour wine country in their backyard, where people from all over the world come to experience the beauty and complexity of the landscape, and the hospitality and craftsmanship of its wine community. Special thanks to the Washington Wine Commission for their contribution to this article. Learn more about Washington’s wine industry by visiting their website www.washingtonwine.org. 800-238-8616 | WWW.FAYRANCHES.COM | 21
PURCHASING A RANCH IN NEW MEXICO BY RIK THOMPSON REPUBLIC RANCHES BROKER ASSOCIATE
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ou’ve worked hard, perhaps built a business, and been diligent about saving and investing your money for years. Maybe you are very fortunate and have benefited from an inheritance or some other type of windfall. However you got there, now you are at the point where you can start working on realizing a dream you have had since childhood: owning and operating a ranch. You probably didn’t grow up on a ranch, but maybe you spent your summers working on one. Deep down, you know that is where you are supposed to be, and now you can act on it. It is hard to explain this yearning many of us have, particularly those from the western United States. Many Americans could trace their family history to a farm or ranch if they looked hard. The population shift to big cities occurred in the last 125 years or so. Given the current state of affairs in cities, many want to go back to that simpler way of life. There are many things to consider as a first-time ranch buyer looking for a property beyond a personal recreational investment. How will a ranch fit with the rest of your investments? Will your family be primarily based there? How about the time and expense required to run a ranch? A ranch is a business. Like any other business, those considering purchasing a ranch should do their due diligence to determine what they’re getting themselves into. A good ranch broker will help you in this process, but first, some fundamental questions need addressing. First and foremost, how much money can you afford to spend on a ranch? Will it be a cash transaction, or will you need financing? Are
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you going “all-in” living and working there, or is this just a part of your portfolio? What return on investment do you require? You must first and foremost discuss this with family and advisors and have numbers in mind. Once you know what you can afford, you need to determine how much revenue you need and how to achieve it. Typically you’ve already decided to have a cow ranch, a hunting ranch, or a combination of the two. It boils down to a numbers game with cattle, whether you are running a commercial cow/calf operation, a registered breeding operation, a yearling operation, or some combination. Hunting has a similar calculation: what kind and how many hunts do I need to sell on my ranch to turn my needed profit? Farming is also a big part of many production ranches if they are located in a suitable precipitation area or have irrigation possibilities. Natural resources such as timber or mineral rights (oil and gas usually) are a significant consideration. Wind and solar power generation are prominent in places like New Mexico. To support the desired cow or hunting operation’s size, how much land do you need, and where is the best area to look? Do you want a desert ranch, a mountain ranch, a high plains ranch, a hill country ranch, or a place with a mix of topography and range types? Other things to consider in this decision are how close to a town you want to be for goods and services, off ranch employment, medical care, and so on. Schools might be a consideration, depending on your family situation. If you live full-time or part-time on the ranch, there may be more considerations such as the distance from your other home. Maybe you need a ranch airstrip or a local airport nearby. I have seen several good ranches up for sale because one or
more of the owner’s family members were too far from city conveniences to suit them. Here in New Mexico, many ranches are 150 miles or more from what many people consider essential town services like a large grocery store, a Walmart type of store, or a doctor or dentist. What a shame that is not always thoroughly thought out and discussed before the purchase, which often means the property ends up back on the market. Do you want all deeded land, or should you look for a mix of deeded and lease land? Here in New Mexico, many ranches are a combination of deeded land and lease land. Lease land can be owned by the US Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the State of New Mexico, an Indian Tribe, or a private or commercial entity. Some ranches here consist of a headquarters area with housing, barns, corrals, and so on consisting of a section of deeded land or less, and many thousands of acres of government lease land. I recently brokered a ranch transaction where the headquarters itself is located on government lease land, and a large part of the balance of the ranch is deeded acreage. The cost of a mixed deeded and lease land ranch can be much
lower than an all deeded land ranch, of course, but one must consider that there are annual lease payments. In the case of government land, the lease payments are usually very reasonable and can, in most cases, enable the ranch owner to operate the ranch economically. As with any lease, the ranch operator must abide by the land owner’s rules on using the land. In the case of government leases, the operator must regularly work with government range managers and wildlife managers. Even with lease payments and dealing with outside land and wildlife managers, the price of a mixed deeded and lease land ranch can make it possible for many people to realize their dream of ranch ownership, especially in New Mexico. Ranch ownership and operation takes many forms. Revenue sources such as livestock, hunting, farming, natural resources like oil and gas, wind and solar power generation, recreational vacation ranches, and more likely, a combination of several things are necessary to make a ranch profitable. Add to this the kind of lifestyle you desire for yourself and your family, and you can see a lot of thought needs to go into the ranch purchasing decision. 800-238-8616 | WWW.FAYRANCHES.COM | 23
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CRAZY ELK RANCH 3,731 ± Acres | $28,000,000 Belgrade, MT This property features a stunning 9,690± SF dream home designed by Locati Architects with views of Bozeman’s Gallatin Valley, the Bridger Mountains, and the Missouri River Valley. This escape includes a guest home, a barn for toys and gear, a hunting cabin, and a ranch manager’s house. The striking improvements are only bested by the thousands of deeded acres to recreate on, already divided into 21 parcels.
MONTANA LITTLE VALLEY RANCH 12,750 ± Acres | $18,950,000 Avon, MT The Montana Little Valley Ranch is a classic Western Montana cattle ranch with updated facilities. While supporting a year-round cattle operation, the ranch is best known for hunting for bull elk, mule, and whitetail deer. With 12,910± deeded acres and 10,080± leased acres, the ranch encompasses much of the western Avon Valley. Strickland Creek and Davis Creek emerge in the Garnets and provide consistent water.
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LAKE FRANCIS IRRIGATED FARM 3,669 Âą Acres | $10,500,000 Valier, MT Productive irrigated and dryland farm set within the backdrop of the scenic Rocky Mountain Front and close to the banks of Lake Francis. Meticulous stewardship with well laid out operating systems for efficient farming practices. This farm will serve an owner operator or investment minded buyer well heading into the future. Birch creek and Dupuyer creek create wetland areas and provide live water attracting abundant wildlife to the farm offering excellent hunting opportunities for deer and birds including pheasant on the farm.
H & J QUARTERS FARM 5,476 Âą Acres | $9,656,750 Ethridge, MT This is your opportunity to own H & J Quarters Farm, which has been in one family for over 100 years. It was carefully pieced together with additional parcels to create the 5,500-acre farm offered. This opportunity is ideal for someone interested in investing in a unique property with established income from traditional dryland farming and wind turbines.
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3,944 ± Acres | $8,525,000 Ethridge, MT G&S Land and Cattle Farm is formally offered for sale for the first time! The farm is in a region valued for consistent quality grain production, with the bonus of a Rocky Mountain backdrop. It consists of 3,944± total acres, including 480± acres of existing farmland, 2,500± acres in a Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) which may be farmed in 2020 and could be used for Certified Organic crops. Existing wind turbines offer additional income.
V TIMBER CREEK RANCH 4,685 ± Acres | $7,995,000 Ennis, MT Approximately 10 miles to the fly fishing mecca that is Ennis, Montana, and only a 3± mile drive to historic Virginia City, this property borders BLM and state land, providing the owner with thousands of deeded and public acres to recreate on. This ranch offers a tranquil mountain setting with views of wildlife and mountains.
ABSAROKA MOON RETREAT 50 ± Acres | $7,200,000 Livingston, MT This property is in a spectacular setting at the foot of the Absaroka Mountain Range in Montana’s famed Paradise Valley. All five incredible custom-designed, built and decorated to the highest standards structures, feature breathtaking views of 9,000 to 11,000-foot peaks – many rising dramatically just 2,000 yards from the main house and others winding 30 miles downrange to the south.
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DANCING BEAR RANCH 480 ± Acres | $7,200,000 Ennis, MT This rolling alpine ranch is a private mountain retreat surrounded by some of the most pristine mountain wilderness in the Lower 48 states, yet close to great skiing and fly fishing. Complete with a beautiful traditional Montana home, this ranch offers world-class recreation right out your back door.
NORTH BOULDER RIVER RANCH 2,687 ± Acres | $6,950,000 Cardwell, MT In the shadow of Bull Mountain, just 50 minutes west of Bozeman sits the 2,687± acre wildlife-rich North Boulder River Ranch. This valley property has a diverse landscape and enjoys views of seven mountain ranges. The ranch boasts 1.2± miles of both sides of the North Boulder River and the property borders extensive public land.
WEST END RIVER RANCH 3,706 ± Acres | $6,900,000 Big Timber, MT The West End River Ranch is a world-class offering on one of the world’s greatest fly fishing rivers, and one of the best located and managed ranches in the west. The stewardship this ranch has received is nothing short of magnificent. With endless recreational amenities and productive agricultural operations, this ranch has it all.
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689 ± Acres | $6,750,000 Darby, MT Trapper View Ranch is 689± acres of forest, meadows, springs, and grassy benches. Situated at the base of Trapper Peak and the Bitterroot Mountain Range, the ranch borders National Forest and boasts approximately 200± irrigated acres and 389± acres of water rights.
SOUTH COTTONWOOD FARM 258 ± Acres | $6,640,000 Bozeman, MT Tucked away at the mouth of Cottonwood Canyon and near Bozeman, Montana, the property intertwines the amenities of city life with the privacy of lush meadows, a secluded fishery, agriculture, and multiple recreational amenities. In addition to having premiere building sites, the property also provides top-level improvements.
TRIPLE S RANCH 1,850 ± Acres | $5,250,000 Big Timber, MT Located near the Crazy Mountains just 15± minutes north of Big Timber, MT, the 1850± deeded acres of the Triple S Ranch offer rolling pastures, covered draws, panoramic mountain views, Big Timber Creek frontage, and unmatched peace and privacy. The ranch feels remote, yet is close to small town amenities in Big Timber and just an hour from the historic university town of Bozeman.
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DEEP CANYON RANCH 580 ± Acres | $4,995,000 Choteau, MT The unencumbered Deep Canyon Ranch is located along the coveted Rocky Mountain Front and Teton Canyon River Valley. Private and historic, the ranch consists of 580± deeded acres and 360± BLM leased acres near 1.5 million+ acres of National Forest and Wilderness Lands.
MISSOURI RIVER GETAWAY 59 ± Acres | $3,995,000 Craig, MT Missouri River Getaway has an amazing .7± miles of frontage on the Missouri, providing excellent fishing and wildlife habitat. The property boasts a 5,966± SF home with expansive views of the surrounding timbered hillsides, dramatic cliffs, fertile valley, and trout-rich waters.
WEST HOUND CREEK RANCH 2,728± Acres | $3,950,000 Cascade, MT Located 23± miles south of Cascade, Montana, this property consists of 2,728± deeded contiguous acres and rests amid the pristine, Montana alpine wilderness on the east side of the Big Belt Mountains. This untouched recreational ranch varies from gentle sloping meadows and rolling hills to heavily timbered ridges and mountains.
BANGTAIL MOUNTAIN HIGHLANDS 547 ± Acres | $3,600,000 Bozeman, MT Bangtail Mountain Highlands is tucked in the trees at the base of Grassy Mountain in the Bangtail Mountains. A total of 547± acres make this property a rare find in the heavily developed area of Bridger Canyon. To add to the vastness of the property, it is bordered by Forest Service on three sides.
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1,192 ± Acres | $3,499,000 McLeod, MT Within some of the country’s most breathtaking scenery lies the McLeod Highlands Ranch. This is a rare opportunity to own one of the West’s most beautiful and naturally wild experiences. It provides a window to the Northern Rockies’ very best alongside one of America’s great wildernesses.
SILVER CREEK ELK PRESERVE 2,339 ± Acres | $3,495,000 Big Timber, MT Offering some of the finest wildlife viewing and elk and Big Game Hunting opportunities in Montana. This Ranch is a prime candidate for a conservation easement, which if implemented would provide enormous tax benefits to the buyer.
NORTH MARIAS FARMS 1,469 ± Acres | $3,420,000 Ethridge, MT North Marias Farm boasts productive farmland and windmill towers just south of the Canadian border. It features prairies, wheat fields, and wildlife like whitetail and mule deer and upland birds. It is near the recreational paradise of Glacier National Park.
ELK RIDGE RANCH 946 ± Acres | $3,200,000 Fishtail, MT This property enjoys stunning views and proximity to the Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness. Elk Ridge Ranch adjoins Forest Service land and boasts lush creek bottom, stands of conifers, groves of quaking aspen, rolling meadows, and 2 forks of Fiddler Creek that run through the property.
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LITTLE ROSIE RANCH 3,033 ± Acres | $3,200,000 Sand Springs, MT This versatile ranch offers a fantastic getaway for those who truly enjoy seclusion, privacy, and the great outdoors. This ranch is a beautiful mix of deep canyons, badlands, and prairie wilderness with unlimited potential.
BOULDER RIVER REFUGE 233 ± Acres | $3,025,000 McLeod, MT South of Big Timber, Montana sits a property with hay pastures, cottonwoods and the crystal clear Boulder River running through it. The excellent location and easy access allow for a beautiful homesite as well as sporting pursuits of whitetail deer, mule deer, turkey, pheasants and wild Montana trout.
BLACKTAIL CREEK RANCH 1,200 ± Acres | $2,600,000 Grass Range, MT In Montana’s Little Snowy Mountains you will find the Blacktail Creek Ranch. Made up of 1200± deeded acres of pristine timbered draws and gently rolling grass covered hills. The ranch is home to an abundance of wildlife including elk, mule deer, whitetail deer, black bear, and upland game birds.
SKY RANCH 20 ± Acres | $2,395,000 Livingston, MT Nestled in the Gallatin Range between Bozeman and Livingston, mountain views, diverse topography, and native vegetation combine to make up this incredible property. The 7,471± SF four bedroom, three-and-a-halfbathroom custom home is the perfect spot to take in the panoramic views.
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110 ± Acres | $2,250,000 Worden, MT This property boasts 1,500± feet of Yellowstone River frontage, as well as .78± miles of Arrow Creek, and 2 ponds. Made up of 110± productive acres, improvements include a 7,154± SF main home, an outdoor kitchen/patio, multiple garages, and room for a barn or shop.
EAGLE ROCK RANCH ON THE WISE RIVER 229 ± Acres | $2,250,000 Wise River, MT Eagle Rock Ranch on the Wise River provides two cabins, barns, and corrals with 90 percent of the property backing up to National Forest, and a private grazing allotment out the back gate. Seller grazes 150 yearling heifers. The property is in a true recreational paradise. 229 acres for $2,500,000 • 159 acres for $1,620,000
LEAPING HORSE FARM 80 ± Acres | $2,200,000 Saint Ignatius, MT The Leaping Horse Farm is an exceptional property offering spectacular views and live water in a first-class setting shadowed by forested foothills. The property boasts excellent improvements, solitude, proximity to urban amenities, and some of the best outdoor recreation the west has to offer.
TRAIL CREEK 160-EAST 161 ± Acres | $2,100,000 Bozeman, MT The Trail Creek Ranch consists of 161± acres at the top of Trail Creek Pass, 16± miles from Bozeman and the 24± miles to Livingston. Mature aspen groves, pine-covered hills, and lush meadows make up the landscape. The property is easily accessed and has power to the building site.
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TRAIL CREEK 160-WEST 161 ± Acres | $2,000,000 Bozeman, MT Mature aspen groves and pine covered hills make up the landscape before giving way to lush meadows. The perfect building site offers amazing views of the Absarokee/ Beartooth Mountains to the east and Chimney Rock and the Gallatin Mountains to the south – the serenity and privacy radiates throughout the property.
WEST BOULDER ANGLING RETREAT 20 ± Acres | $1,975,000 McLeod, MT Within some of the country’s most breathtaking scenery lies a river valley without equal. The West Boulder Angling Retreat is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience one of the West’s most beautiful settings.
BROCK CREEK RANCH 1,470 ± Acres | $1,895,000 Garrison, MT This scenic property showcases a true Montana landscape. Whether enjoying a late afternoon hike, an extended horseback ride, hunting, or fishing one of the many nearby trout streams, you’ll soon realize why you’ve chosen to live in Montana.
BRIDGER VIEW FARM 135 ± Acres | $1,795,000 Manhattan, MT This property encompasses 135± deeded acres of productive dryland grazing. The rolling pastures host an abundance of wildlife. This modern yet rustic guest house/shop can house a family while you build your dream home.
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152 ± Acres | $1,795,000 Pray, MT Paradise Valley Farm is conveniently located in the Paradise Valley between Yellowstone National Park and Livingston. The property consists of 152± deeded acres, including 120± acres under pivot irrigation. The ranch has great water rights and stunning 360-degree mountain views, making it the ideal property.
WHISPERING CREEK RANCH 39 ± Acres | $1,750,000 Big Timber, MT Set beneath the Beartooth Mountains and the Absaroka Range just a few miles east of Gallatin National Forest, this mountain sanctuary with 750 feet of both sides of West Bridger Creek features a custom 4,696± SF home and guest quarters on 39± deeded acres.
BULL RIVER CHALET 233 ± Acres | $1,750,000 Noxon, MT This recreational ranch is situated along the Bull River and at the base of the Cabinet Mountains. There is a large custom home and a caretaker’s residence on the property. Enjoy hunting, fishing, hiking, boating and many other recreational activities. The property embodies the essence of the Montana landscape and all it has to offer.
OTTER CREEK RANCH 640 ± Acres | $1,600,000 Big Timber, MT Minutes from Big Timber and the Yellowstone River this ranch provides 2.3± miles of Otter Creek, 140± acres of irrigated ground, and multiple draws leading into rolling hills. The multiple coulées and drainages are lined with juniper, sage brush, and willow trees which serve as excellent wildlife corridors.
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BRIDGER PLATEAU RANCH 1,270 ± Acres | $1,525,000 Belgrade, MT Bridger Plateau Ranch is tucked away in the northern Gallatin Valley at the base of the Bridger Mountains. Take in the expansive mountain views from this 1,270± acre ranch, all within close proximity to Bozeman, one of the most celebrated small towns in the western United States.
THE RANCH AT DRY CREEK 190 ± Acres | $1,520,000 Belgrade, MT The 190± acre Ranch at Dry Creek is in a private setting in the northern Gallatin Valley in the foothills of the Bridger Mountains. The ranch also boasts incredible views of the Spanish Peaks and Tobacco Root Mountains, nearby Bozeman, and the Gallatin Valley.
SIX MILE CREEK RANCH 175 ± Acres | $1,500,000 Pray, MT The Six Mile Ranch is conveniently located in the Paradise Valley, midway between Yellowstone National Park and Livingston. The property consists of 175± deeded acres, including 36± acres of hayfield, approximately .3 miles of Six Mile Creek lined with mature cottonwood trees, and fantastic mountain views.
WOLF CREEK MOUNTAIN RANCH 422 ± Acres | $1,500,000 Wolf Creek, MT In a region known for abundant elk, bear, whitetail, and mule deer, this ranch features spectacular mountain views, timbered draws, grassy parks, springs, and Wolf Creek stretch. The proximity to lakes and nearby public lands affords easy access to recreation.
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100 ± Acres | $1,495,000 Trout Creek, MT This is a beautiful and functional recreational ranch with access to thousands of acres of National Forest. There is a large custom home and a guest home, as well as a 4± acre pond and .3± miles of Little Beaver Creek for the avid angler to enjoy casting fly’s to hungry trout.
MUD CREEK ORGANIC WHEAT FARM 1,682 ± Acres | $1,464,000 Dodson, MT This Organic Wheat Farm in North Central Montana has a proven history of producing high-quality organic wheat. Whether you are a producer looking to get into organic farming for the first time, a current operator, or an investor looking for a farm to invest in, this farm has a ton to offer.
BEAR CREEK ESTATE 66 ± Acres | $1,385,000 Cameron, MT This 66± acre property offers plenty of room for recreational pursuits as well as a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom, 2,456± SF state-of-the-art home with views of Sphinx Mountain and the Madison Range. Located in the heart of world-class fly fishing and hunting country, just a few minutes from the genuinely Western town of Ennis, and close to the college town of Bozeman, this property is oneof-a-kind.
BRITE’S PITCHFORK RANCH 500 ± Acres | $1,385,000 Hysham, MT This ranch offers excellent big game and bird hunting opportunities and a laid-back lifestyle, with possibilities for a cattle operation. The diverse terrain mixes pinecovered ridges and draws, meadows and open grasslands, and a spring-fed pond, hosting abundant wildlife.
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CASTLE MOUNTAIN HOMESTEAD 600 ± Acres | $1,299,000 Checkerboard, MT This is a rare offering in a remarkably beautiful and genuinely Montana setting. This property lies within the Lewis and Clark National Forest on the northeastern slopes of the Castle Mountains and boasts excellent hunting opportunities.
HISTORIC WEST BOULDER RIVER REFUGE 3.26 ± Acres | $1,295,000 McLeod, MT The resort has collected a remarkable repeat clientele over the years. This West Boulder River setting is incredible, and rarely can you find a property in the Boulder Valley with income potential like this. You have to experience the beauty of McLeod for yourself.
LOT 9A AT HAMILTON SPORTING RESERVE 40 ± Acres | $1,295,000 Belgrade, MT Located just northwest of Bozeman, this rare land opportunity is part of Hamilton Sporting Reserve, a 556± acre gated sporting community that boasts shared access to 2.25± miles of restored and award-winning Dry Creek.
LOT 1 AT ROCKING S7 SPORTING RANCH 50 ± Acres | $1,250,000 Belgrade, MT Located on a private hillside overlooking Bozeman and the entire Gallatin Valley, this is an exceptionally diverse land opportunity that includes live water frontage on Dry Creek, a year-round tributary of the East Gallatin and fabled Missouri River wild trout fisheries.
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188 ± Acres | $1,195,000 Helena, MT Beautiful mountain property provides a unique setting, minutes from the conveniences of Helena. Colorado Creek bubbles through the unique mountain ranch, which is adjacent to BLM and National Forest lands. This stunning property is truly one of a kind!
HIGHLAND MOUNTAIN RANCH 317 ± Acres | $1,100,000 Whitehall, MT On the slopes of the Highland Mountains with views of the Tobacco Root Mountains and the Jefferson River Valley, these 317± acres have endless opportunities, including hunting, and fishing Dry Creek. The ranch has an off-grid solar and wind-powered log cabin and a barn.
RIVERBEND RANCH 148 ± Acres | $1,100,000 Edgar, MT This ranch is the perfect blend of privacy and proximity to Billings, Montana. The views are incredible, the wildlife is abundant, and the peacefulness is inspiring. If you are looking for a place that has it all, look no further than Riverbend Ranch.
UPPER WEST RANCH 917 ± Acres | $1,050,000 Reed Point, MT With the Crazy Mountains to the west and the Beartooth Mountains to the south, this 917± acre ranch has rolling pastures, covered draws, panoramic mountain views, and springs. Upper West Ranch is the perfect mix of an agriculture rich environment, year-round access, and wildlife.
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DRY CREEK MOUNTAIN RANCH 960 ± Acres | $1,050,000 Townsend, MT Dry Creek Mountain Ranch is a beautiful mountain retreat loaded with wildlife near Townsend. A stretch of Dry Creek flowing through the ranch creates an active riparian corridor and provides water for wildlife and livestock. The ranch has traditionally been used to graze cattle.
LOT 8A AT HAMILTON SPORTING RESERVE 20 ± Acres | $995,000 Belgrade, MT Located just northwest of Bozeman, this rare land opportunity is part of Hamilton Sporting Reserve, a 556± acre gated sporting community that boasts shared access to 2.25± miles of restored and award-winning Dry Creek.
BEAR TRAP CANYON FISHING RANCH 101 ± Acres | $973,000 Norris, MT The 101± acre Bear Trap Canyon Fishing Ranch is in Montana’s legendary Madison River Valley and boasts Madison River frontage, enabling excellent fishing out the back door. Views of the river, mountains, prairie habitat, and historic Bear Trap Canyon compound the beautiful setting.
EDWARDS GULCH RANCH 638 ± Acres | $957,000 Drummond, MT Edwards Gulch Ranch is minutes from Drummond. With Flint Creek Valley views, year-round access and power to the property, and adjacency to state land, this is an ideal location for a full-time residence. Edwards Gulch runs through the ranch, providing water for cattle and wild
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4.8 ± Acres | $847,500 Big Timber, MT Sitting on 4.8± acres bordering the Boulder River for 350± feet, this property features a remodeled three bed, two bath home, a three-stall garage, and a large pole barn. This property is 7± miles south of Big Timber. Boulder River Cabin is a wildlife epicenter with fishing opportunities nearby.
NORTH FORK BLACKFOOT RETREAT 20 ± Acres | $799,000 Ovando, MT The Blackfoot River Retreat is situated in a true Montana landscape. Whether enjoying a late afternoon hike, horseback ride, evening of hunting, or fishing the early morning hours on one of the nearby trout streams, you’ll find yourself in absolute paradise here.
FLESHMAN CREEK 240 240 ± Acres | $799,000 Livingston, MT This 240± acre property includes beautiful changes in topography and vegetation. All these amazing transitions make for not only appealing viewsheds but also cover, travel corridors and access to food and water that entice many species of wildlife.
HOODOO CREEK MOUNTAIN RETREAT 40 ± Acres | $750,000 Boulder, MT The ranch provides easy access to the surrounding Beaverhead/Deer Lodge National Forest lands and their outstanding variety of recreational amenities. The two cabins are strategically located in an area where hiking, horseback riding or four-wheeling adventures can afford some of the most breathtaking views and complete solitude in nature.
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COLORADO EST.
1876
Featured Sale | Jawbone Canyon Ranch | 35± Acres | Archuleta County, Pagosa Srings, CO | Republic Ranches 44 | WWW.REPUBLICRANCHES.COM | 888-726-2481
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STRAWBERRY RIDGE RANCH 4,125 Âą Acres | $12,900,000 Colorado City, CO Many attractive features make this a one-of-a-kind ranch. It has valuable water rights, providing 275 acre-feet of water annually for agriculture and municipal use. Deriving its name from a wild strawberry patch on a towering bluff, this ranch offers outstanding big game hunting or watching with an abundant number of species such as trophy elk, mule deer, black bear, pronghorn, bobcat, mountain lions, and more!
CIRCLE E RANCH 1,096 Âą Acres | $5,150,000 Guffey, CO At Circle E Ranch, you will find pristine high mountain acreage, grass-covered hillsides, mountain views, and quiet valleys. The custom-crafted almost 5,000 SF log home, built with Swedish cope logs, overlooks two spring-fed ponds and features expansive views of the ranch. Ranch life awaits you, with all the amenities to make the rural life yours, whether for a season, a weekend, or year-round.
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4K QUARTER CIRCLE 333 ± Acres | $3,100,000 Parachute, CO The 4K Quarter Circle Ranch has it all: gorgeous home, outbuildings, hunting, BLM access, water rights, yearround access, greenhouse, and passive income. This ranch is perfect whether you’re growing vegetables in the grow dome or watching herds of elk and mule deer from your patio.
CHATEAU DEL SOL 2.63 ± Acres | $1,195,000 Buena Vista, CO Nestled at the end of a quiet street in Buena Vista, Colorado, this is a unique offering on the edge of this mountain town. This property will impress you with its lovely, custom 3,585± square foot home, spectacular, wideopen views, and convenience.
CEDARWOOD RANCH 1,085.3 ± Acres | $915,000 Colorado City, CO Cedarwood Ranch features abundant grass, multiple springs/seeps, pinion and juniper hillsides, and a dramatic setting on the Huerfano River Canyon. The ranch has supported a cattle grazing operation in the past. Power is nearby and could easily be brought to the property line.
CATTAIL POND 28.9 ± Acres | $750,000 Loveland, CO Cattail Pond offers a unique, affordable investment opportunity located on the rapidly growing Front Range of Colorado. Create your dream fly-fishing sanctuary or retreat, and invest in a Front Range fish club. This property offers exceptional value and is priced to move quickly.
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IDAHO EST.
1890
Featured Sale | Mountain View Ranch | 1,331± Acres | Bone, ID | Fay Ranches 48 | WWW.REPUBLICRANCHES.COM | 888-726-2481
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LITTLE EIGHT MILE RANCH ON THE LEMHI RIVER 9,303 ± Acres | $ 23,775,000 Leadore, ID The Little Eight Mile Ranch is one of the most scenic and prolific sporting ranches in the Rocky Mountain West. Comprised of 9,303± deeded acres and 65,919± leased acres, the expansive ranch features 10.5± miles of the Lemhi River, a private, wild trout fishery, plus miles of spring creeks and mountain streams.
BLACK ROCK HORSE RANCH 1,140 ± Acres | $12,900,000 Harrison, ID This ranch along the shores of Coeur d’Alene Lake includes fenced pastures, horse barns and facilities, and an estate overlooking the lake. Improvements include an indoor arena, 16-stall horse barn, stallion barn with attached reception area and guest home, employee housing, a lab with breeding and birthing stalls, plus various farm buildings and horse training facilities.
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SILVER SAGE RANCH 3,788 Âą Acres | $5,100,000 Midvale, ID This ranch is a true 400 head, year-round cattle operation. In addition to the deeded acreage, it includes a large adjacent leased portion of land, greatly expanding the grazing capacity of the property. This ranch has ample irrigated land to grow enough hay to feed livestock during the winter and sell what is not needed.
CHAMPAGNE CREEK RANCH 4,100 Âą Acres | $4,975,000 Arco, ID Champagne Creek Ranch is a beautiful turn-key operation with a lodge, yurts for rental, and a residence located only 1.5 hours east of Sun Valley and one hour west of Idaho Falls. The property has great mountain views and wild game yearround. It can handle approximately 300 cow-calf pairs, with hay ground in the valley making it the perfect full-time operation. Champagne Creek Ranch offers seclusion with easy access from county maintained roads.
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MANN CREEK RANCH 6,080 ± Acres | $4,960,000 Weiser, ID Mann Creek Ranch has 6,080 ± deeded acres and 1,200 ± acres of BLM fenced into the ranch, offering cattle grazing and lots of wildlife. Three year-round creeks flow through in addition to multiple seasonal creeks and over 40 ponds. This property borders public land.
SPARKES, ELLSWORTH RANCH 998 ± Acres | $3,495,000 Carey, ID The Sparkes, Ellsworth Ranch consists of 998 ± deeded acres with 543 ± acres of irrigated crop ground and pasture. The ranch runs 125 head of black Angus cows and calves. An additional 203 ± acres with water rights are just west of the property.
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LITTLE WEISER RIVER RANCH 140 ± Acres | $2,850,000 Indian Valley, ID The Little Weiser River Ranch is the perfect private family getaway. The 140± acres provide an exclusive outdoor setting with mountain and river views. In addition to the fish, the lush habitat draws wildlife! The Payette National Forest eight miles east holds big game. This ranch is the perfect private family getaway.
TETON RIVER HEADWATERS 110 ± Acres | $1,455,432 Driggs, ID The Teton River Headwaters is between Driggs and Victor and just 20 minutes from Jackson Hole, with private access to Trail Creek and the Teton River for fishing, and open space and ponds for waterfowl. County roads provide easy access to the property.
LAVA HOT SPRINGS RANCH 970 ± Acress | $1,050,000 Lava Hot Springs, ID The Lava Hot Springs property is split into 650 and 320-acre parcels divided by state ground. Beautiful views extend across the valley. Lava is located on the east side of the Baldy Mountain, three miles south of the Lava Hot Springs Recreation Area.
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1890
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ROCKING CHAIR RANCH 74,000 ± Acres | $23,000,000 Dubois, WY Surrounded by majestic mountains, Rocking Chair Ranch is one of Wyoming’s best. Encompassing 74,660± contiguous acres of private and leased ground, adjacent the Shoshone National Forest, and overlooking Absaroka and Wind River Ranges, this ranch is secluded but minutes from Dubois, Wyoming. It features cow/calf income, enhanced irrigation, and ample water rights. Yellowstone National Park and Jackson Hole are just 80+/- miles away. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime offering.
WYOMING’S STAR HILL RANCH 313 ± Acres | $6,900,000 Cody, WY This truly unique property combines the benefits of a serene setting, myriad outdoor activities, and modern living comforts. In today’s fast-paced world, this property provides a safe refuge from the stress and complexity of urban life, providing a place to build unforgettable family memories while reconnecting with nature. We invite you to experience the magic of Star Hill!
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JENSEN BULL CAMP 1,149 ± Acres | $4,398,000 Buffalo, WY Jensen Bull Camp is a quintessential mountain elk hunting property. Located in the Bighorn Mountains near Buffalo, Wyoming, it is surrounded by other large tracts of private land. The property features 1,149± deeded acres and 1,544± total acres and an off-grid, 864± square foot log cabin.
STONEGATE 35 ± Acres | $1,760,000 Saratoga, WY Stonegate consists of 35± acres with direct access to over 47,000 acres of BLM lands, which adjoins National Forest land. An irrigated hay meadow accommodates horses, and the Encampment River is just 10 minutes away. The property features a residence and barn.
POWDER RIVER VALLEY HOMESTEAD 69 ± Acres | $872,500 Kaycee, WY This riverfront residential ranch property on the Powder River in Johnson County, Wyoming is 19 miles east of Kaycee, WY. It features 68.99± deeded acres with irrigated hay meadows for a small ranch or horse facility, a 2,597± SF home, rental home, cabin, shop, and horse paddocks.
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1889
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CENTER OF THE NATION RANCH 25,975 Âą Acres | $23,999,000 Butte County, SD The Center of the Nation Ranch is an expansive balance of exceptional native grasses, an abundance of water and thousands of acres of hayland. This legacy ranch encompasses over 26,000 acres that provides quality summer grazing for yearlings and/or cow-calf pairs. As a working livestock ranch, this is one of the largest grass and hay production ranches for sale in the Central Plains region.
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4,368 ± Acres | $4,650,000 Tuthill, SD The Stewart Cattle and Equestrian Ranch is in southwestern South Dakota. This 4,368± acre ranch is run primarily as a cow/calf unit. The improvements include a Morton equestrian facility with 3,360 square foot living quarters, a manager’s home, and other support buildings.
BELLE FOURCHE VALLEY DOUBLE WELL CATTLE RANCH 2,094 ± Acres | $4,188,000 Belle Fourche, SD This “producer designed” cattle feeding operation is well-constructed, with working facilities second to none. Buildings are strategically placed and tied together with pens, corrals, and alleyways. Feedlots are adjacent to the barns. Pastures are cross-fenced and sufficiently watered throughout.
BOLES CANYON RANCH 733 ± Acres | $3,170,477 Hill City, SD This off-grid vacant property with abundant wildlife is in the Black Hills of South Dakota. 733 acres of rangeland acres blend lush meadows, seasonal streams, and border thousands of U.S. Forest Service acres with excellent hunting. Back Country Meadows includes two tracts of fenced land and pastures.
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FOLEY BUTTE RANCH Extreme privacy without sacrificing a convenient location! This ranch offers premiere big game hunting and excellent summer grazing in the Ochoco Mountains, all within driving distance to everything Central Oregon has to offer. With over 140 miles of creeks and streams, beautiful meadows, outstanding timberland and 8 land owner preference tags for Rocky Mountain bull elk and buck mule deer. This is a one of a kind that doesn’t become available often!
HORSESHOE BAR RANCH ON THE JOHN DAY RIVER 29,268 ± Acres | $15,950,000 Antelope, OR The ranch boasts 29,268± acres, plus 11,000± acres of BLM grazing permits and a 320± acres state of Oregon lease. The John Day winds through the ranch for 15.5 miles, including 8± miles of deeded frontage. This ranch offers upland gamebird, waterfowl, and big game hunting, plus fly fishing for steelhead and smallmouth bass.
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T90 CATTLE RANCH 1,557 ± Acres | $13,500,000 Tenino, WA The opportunity to own a ranch of this size rarely comes up in Western Washington. The large open grassland area on the hill is the perfect place to build your dream home where you can enjoy watching the sunrise over the mountains. Enjoy a rural, secluded lifestyle with all the convenience of being close to amenities.
CIRCLE W RANCH 11,111 ± Acres | $10,899,000 Spray, OR Amazing big game opportunities on the wild and scenic John Day River. Circle W Ranch is known for its trophy bulls and bucks. Located in the Fossil Hunting Unit, which arguably is the best hunting unit in Oregon. Benefits of this ranch include 6 bull elk and 6 buck deer LOP tags and Oregon’s highest draw success rate for controlled hunts. Wild bison hunting is also possible on the Circle W (no tags required).
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2,611.31 ± Acres | $8,900,000 Baker City, OR A rare opportunity to purchase a piece of Western history. The Chandler family has raised registered Hereford Cattle at this very location for a continuous period of 131 years. This well-established “Grass Ranch” provides all the necessary ingredients for a discerning purchaser to continue managing the ranch as a year-round cow/calf operation, or to change the operation to a very productive summer cattle grazing enterprise.
BIG BASIN RANCH 9,663 ± Acres | $8,550,000 Kimberly, OR Nearly 17,000 total acres of privacy and spectacular beauty. Just off of the John Day River next to the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, the Big Basin Ranch is great for views, hunting, fishing, and relaxing.
STEARNS LAND COMPANY 2,257 ± Acres | $8,085,500 Prineville, OR Development potential in one of the fastest growing counties in the US! Five tracts of land with a total of 2,257 acres zoned for 5 acre residential lots. Developer can choose any one or all five parcels ranging from 163 acres to the entire 2,257 acres.
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FLYING S RANCH 14,471 ± Acres | $7,900,000 Izee, OR The Flying S Ranch has been owned and operated for over 75 years by the Schnabele Family and offers 14,471± contiguous acres of Oregon’s best, just 90 miles east of Prineville on the breaks of the South Fork of the John Day River. Nine creeks run for 20± miles through timber and high mountain meadows. Headquarters include a single level 2,564± square foot house built in 2012. Bunkhouse, shop, barn, corrals, and more.
TWISP TERRACE AT ROCKCHUCK RANCH 275 ± Acres | $6,749,000 Twisp, WA Situated in the breathtaking Methow Valley, one of the Pacific Northwest’s most popular destination recreation areas, this iconic retreat on 275± sun-kissed acres is the perfect year-round destination for adventure, relaxation and celebration. This is the perfect getaway for your family and friends to enjoy with its many offered amenities.
BK RANCH 3,298 ± Acres | $5,500,000 Bly, OR This ranch offers a discerning cattleman the opportunity to own this all-deeded, reputation cattle ranch. The ranch possesses significant agricultural production and excellent accessibility without sacrificing privacy or access to adjacent recreation and public lands. You will have to look far and wide to find an Oregon Ranch that matches this one!
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1,442 ± Acres | $5,195,000 La Grande, OR Located in one of the most beautiful valleys in the State, with timbered and open pastures, draws, riparian areas and meadows, four creeks, 5 developed ponds and 1.25± miles of the Grande Rhonde River flowing through, Bear Creek Valley Ranch is a lush home to livestock and wildlife alike.
NORTH J-T RANCH 480 ± Acres | $4,300,000 Powell Butte, OR This excellent hay and cattle ranch offers a location that’s second to none, with easy access to Bend, Redmond, Prineville, Mount Bachelor, the Redmond Airport, Cascade Mountains, high lakes, Deschutes River and everything else Central Oregon has to offer. Just a short drive to the grocery store, restaurants, shopping, breweries, medical facilities, hospitals and physicians. Who says you have to give up a lot to have great privacy?
JOHNSON LAKE RANCH 1,380 ± Acres | $4,250,000 Cheney, WA This immaculately cared for and well-maintained ranch offers a custom-built main home with an attached heated garage on prime acreage in eastern Washington. The large heated and insulated shop located near the house is drive thru with full length carports on both sides. This property is a wildlife paradise with numerous big game and too many waterfowl to list.
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FRANK’S PLACE RANCH 2,200 ± Acres | $4,000,000 Jordan Valley, OR Frank’s Place Ranch is a compact, simple to operate, desert ranch. The ranch headquarters are located at the end the road where you can not see your neighbors. It’s quiet and private. The older home is well built with a big yard. The driveway is located four miles from pavement. This ranch could be a stand alone 400 cow outfit or a summer place for a lot more. It’s close enough in for convenience but far enough out to be private.
DEBACA RANCH 767 ± Acres | $3,425,000 Prineville, OR A rare opportunity to own one of Central Oregon’s most private and scenic properties! 327± acres of irrigation, working corrals with sweep tub and alley, a pivot, shop, two hay sheds, feedlot, scales, two homes and a convenient location make this an easy choice. Owner will carry terms.
GLASS BUTTE RANCH 15,326 ± Acres | $3,400,000 Hampton, OR This efficient, outside, desert cattle operation has a large deeded base. Cattle are out most of the year. There are 15,326± deeded acres combined with a large BLM permit with 4,346 AUMs. The ranch is fenced, cross-fenced, and has been in operation for many years.
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1,125 ± Acres | $3,295,000 Davenport, WA This beautiful ranch features must-see views! Property amenities include a charming ranch home, log gate entry, all-weather gravel roads, two wells providing potable water, underground electricity, and phone service. The ranch borders 960 acres of state land and other private lands for privacy and seclusion.
SUMPTER VALLEY ELKHORN VIEW RANCH 2,263 ± Acress | $2,725,000 Sumpter, OR Beautiful mountain valley ranch right next to the historic gold mining town of Sumpter. Enjoy the dramatic Elkhorn Mountain views, wildflowers, irrigated and native meadows, open and timbered pastures, yet just 34± minutes to Baker City and Interstate 84. Joins USFS. Thousands of Rocky Mountain elk call Oregon’s Blue Mountains home. Hunting and fishing opportunities abound.
WOOD CREEK RANCH 1,328 ± Acres | $2,640,000 Hereford, OR Located in a traditional ranching community, this is a compact, productive ranch with stored irrigation water from the Unity Reservoir. Wild meadows and alfalfa are irrigated by gated pipe, flood, and wheel lines. A forest permit for 185 cows is available from June to October.
JOHNSON CREEK RANCH 570 ± Acres | $2,600,000 Prineville, OR This amazing Central Oregon ranch offers a total of 570± acres of wide-open spaces, 215± acres of irrigation (145.5 OID Irrigation, 70± Johnson Creek Reservoir), a home, brand new cattle handling facilities, new hay shed, shop, horse barn, and LOP tags.
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THUNDER RANCH 171 ± Acres | $2,400,000 Oakridge, OR Thunder Ranch possesses a rich variety of resources: a beautiful home, mountain views, privacy, timber, grass hay, and bottled water rights. The equestrian facility is equipped with a barn and stables, hayloft, and shop. This offering is a unique investment opportunity.
CHRISTENSEN RANCH 618 ± Acres | $2,350,000 Hereford, OR Located in Hereford, Oregon, the Christensen Ranch is a productive grass ranch under the Unity Reservoir with secure annual water rights. The flood irrigated meadows can produce three tons per acre. The ranch has run 400 pairs in summer with Dec/Jan calves or could handle 1,500 yearlings.
DRY CREEK HUNTING RESERVE 1,741 ± Acres | $2,300,000 Prineville, OR Dry Creek Hunting Reserve offers 1,741± acres in an excellent hunting area with public land access and LOP tags for elk and mule deer. Situated between two large alfalfa farms, the Reserve has spectacular views, active springs, and one seasonal stream.
SUNNYFIELD FARM 160 ± Acres | $1,995,000 Madras, OR Central Oregon’s Sunnyfield Farm, adjoining public lands, is a high-value weed seed free horse hay farm. Under an hour from Bend, this property has a custom home, hay and machine sheds, full circle pivot, a shop/barn, and 125± acres of private well irrigation.
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2,180 ± Acres | $1,895,000 Fossil, OR Rosenbaum Canyon is a classic Central Oregon ranch with mature stands of trees interspersed with open, grassy meadows and rocky rims. The ranch offers five mule deer and five elk LOP tags. Only a five-minute drive to the John Day River, this property provides year-round recreation.
GREEN’S FEEDLOT 138.85 ± Acres | $1,800,000 Madras, OR This is a prime opportunity to tap into the cattle/ agricultural world with a successful pre-existing facility. This 6,000 head CAFO permit feedlot has irrigated deeded farm ground, is adjacent to a livestock sale yard, and has rolling topography for excellent drainage.
QUARTER CIRCLE X RANCH 346 ± Acres | $1,795,000 Klamath Falls, OR This scenic Oregon ranch is blessed with deep, fertile soil and presents a great opportunity to start your agricultural enterprise or add to your existing operation. The area abounds with outdoor recreational opportunities, including hunting, fishing, and exploring the local attractions.
LEMON HILL RANCH 110 ± Acres | $1,719,600 Tenino, WA This rare Western Washington property has potential for various uses, including building a custom home on Lemon Hill with views of Mount Rainier and Mount St. Helens. The ranch property offers a rural and secluded lifestyle with the convenience of proximity to amenities.
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HUSUM RIVER CAMP 45 ± Acres | $1,450,000 Husum, WA A rare offering on the White Salmon River, this recreational property provides the ability to use the property for recreational purposes and build your dream home later. World-class kayaking and a wide array of local activities, from wine tasting to snowboarding, make this an exceptional offering.
FALL RIVER RANCH 40 ± Acres | $1,400,000 Bend, OR This amazing property is bordered by National Forest and state lands with 40± deeded acres of raw forest land and the Fall River running through it. The Fall River is a valuable fly-fishing destination in Central Oregon. Come and build on this legacy property.
CHANDLER HEREFORD RANCH NORTH UNIT 528.3 ± Acres | $1,300,000 Baker City, OR The Chandler family has raised registered Hereford Cattle for 131 years. This well-established “Grass Ranch” provides all the necessary ingredients for a discerning purchaser to continue managing the ranch as a year-round cow/calf operation, or switch to a productive summer cattle grazing enterprise.
OCHOCO CREEK RANCH 400.75 ± Acres | $1,225,000 Prineville, OR This is a beautiful property in a valley with a flowing creek, Ponderosa pine forests, and wildlife viewing and hunting opportunities! Build a dream home, run cows and horses, or simply enjoy your new home and the nearby National Forest, lakes, rivers, and streams.
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118 ± Acres | $1,465,000 Powell Butte, OR Rancher’s Dream is a productive ranch with 118± acres of fenced pasture, ponds, a 2,647± square foot custom home, a two-story farmhouse, shop, two barns, corrals, a covered riding area, horse turnouts, and 111± acres of irrigation from Central Oregon Irrigation.
LEMANSKY LAKE TRACTS 684 ± Acres | $1,026,000 Tonasket, WA This is one of the best areas in Washington for hunting, fishing, and year-round recreational activities. Overlooking the Okanogan Valley and views of Lake Lemansky, this property is stunning. It features wellmanaged pine and fir, lush green meadows, and roads throughout.
DODDS ROAD HOBBY HORSE RANCH 40.41 ± Acres | $1,075,000 Bend, OR This offering is the perfect opportunity to enjoy Central Oregon country living at its best! Bring your horses, ride them year-round in the indoor arena, grow and harvest your own hay, run your own cows, or simply enjoy your beautiful home in the country.
INDIAN CAMP ON PINE CREEK 1,380 ± Acres | $899,000 Ashwood, OR 1,380± contiguous acres of outstanding hunting in a remote and private location just outside of Ashwood, Oregon. The location, in the highly sought after Central Oregon, is pretty convenient, too! Just 150± miles from Portland, you would be a happy hunter with a quick 3± hour drive from the Portland area.
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LUCE CREEK 920 ± Acres | $850,000 John Day, OR This is a private timber hunting retreat in the Strawberry Mountains just outside of John Day with a good seasonal road, spring creeks, and ponds. Qualifies for bull elk and buck deer LOP tags. There is a possibility of dividing it into five parcels.
JOHN DAY RIVER RETREAT 7 ± Acres | $825,000 Spray, OR Are you looking for peace and quiet with river frontage and a rural setting? This is the perfect combination of ranch/ farm living, endless recreation, and solitude on small acreage. All 7.3± acres are irrigated, fenced, and cross-fenced and perfect for cattle and horses.
NO BAD DAYS RIVER RETREAT 120 ± Acres | $825,000 LaPine, OR With roughly 2± miles of the winding Little Deschutes River running through and Paulina Peak and Mt. Bachelor views, this is a beautiful, conveniently-located river retreat in Central Oregon. This undeveloped property has a total of 15 tax lots.
SALT CREEK 639.37± Acres | $750,000 Prineville, OR If you are looking for privacy, good hunting, endless recreation, cattle grazing, and a Central Oregon location, here it is! Electricity is in place to a home site with Cascade Mountain views. This property consists of two separate tax lots and is surrounded by BLM on three sides.
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259 FARMS 7,220 ± Acres | $24,543,885 McCurtain County, Idabel, OK This large farm consists of four main tracts along the Highway 259 corridor, consisting of River Valley, Knosby, Lancaster, and Columbus farms. The local livestock and poultry markets have strong grain demand, which supports a positive basis over the CBOT.
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4,720 ± Acres | $3,540,000 Texas County, Texhoma, OK This historic short grass ranch is in the south-central part of the Oklahoma panhandle, with headquarters tucked away on a beautiful bluff. The Double S has produced some of the finest black Angus cows for over 20 years.
THE RANCH AT ANGEL FIRE 186 ± Acres | $3,750,000 Angel Fire, NM Located in the heart of a four-season recreational mecca, in an area infused with the incredibly unique New Mexican culture, this ranch is truly one of a kind. The unique zoning allows the owner to explore numerous possible uses. We invite you to schedule a tour today to experience the beauty and serenity of this place.
MOSER RANCH 793 ± Acres | $2,600,000 Fields, NV This old-time Nevada/Oregon desert ranch lies next to Denio, NV. It has deeded land and BLM permit in both states. Great irrigation water, turn out for 450+ cows. This is a true desert cattle ranch out in big country.
DOG HOUSE RANCH 600 ± Acres | $1,350,000 Rio Arriba County, Dulce, NM Dog House Ranch is a sportsman’s paradise, but close enough to the mountain towns of Chama, NM, and Pagosa Springs, CO, to be a year-round destination for your entire family. It features trophy elk and mule deer in Northern Rio Arriba County, New Mexico.
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TURKEY PEN 3,233 ± Acres | $8,900,000 Vonore, TN This unique property in eastern Tennessee lies at the junction of three mountain ranges with frontage on Chilhowee Lake. This mountainous property is surrounded by National Forest land, National Park land, and other protected areas. It is an excellent candidate for a land exchange.
THE PASSES AT PONTCHARTRAIN 2,023 ± Acres | $4,750,000 Orleans, New Orleans, LA This property, located at the mouth of Lake Pontchartrain, provides a tremendous development opportunity. Lying between Chef Menteur Pass on the south and The Rigolets Pass on the north, with immediate access to the area’s famous fishing and hunting, re-development prospects are excellent.
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CHADBOURNE RANCH 1,699 ± Acres | $3,827,847 Miller County, Texarkana, AR The Chadbourne Ranch is a large, productive Red River bottom ranch. Fronting 4 miles of FM 108 north of Texarkana, it has all-weather access via this paved highway to various pastures. The property has been under the same ownership for approximately 40 years and is priced competitively.
RIVERVIEW RANCH ON THE SOUTH HOLSTON RIVER 49 ± Acres | $2,100,000 Bristol, TN Riverview Ranch, sitting on 2,600± feet of continuous riverfront, is the secluded property you envision in Montana or Wyoming with a substantial main house and guest cabin to accommodate family and friends, yet here it is in the Southeast. The trout fishing doesn’t get any better than the South Fork of the Holston River.
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22 ± Acres | $1,999,000 Saint Helena Island, SC Tombee House offers a grand antebellum plantation home and guest lodge on 22± acres of high ground with direct Atlantic Ocean access and 3,000 feet of water frontage, creating a private retreat 10 minutes from downtown Beaufort.
FOREMAN FARM 571± Acres | $1,739,865 Little River County, Foreman, AR This farm consists of three tracts located within just a few minutes of each other. Billyhaw clay is the predominant soil on the farm. It is located in Little River County, Arkansas, about 15 minutes south of Foreman.
TEXARKANA RIVER RANCH 573 ± Acres | $1,290,969 Miller County, Texarkana, AR This farm is located on the state line about 6 miles north of Texarkana, a strong agricultural base in the area. Soils are mostly clay with some sandy and alluvial soils near the river.
STONE POINT 129 ± Acres | $975,000 Crossville, TN This is a classic Cumberland Plateau peninsula property on the Obed River. The pasture lies above the rim of the Obed River gorge. Experience the canyon, caves and rock buttress cliffs along a hand-cut private trail from Rim to River. The grassland to river is a beautiful transition of sandstone cliffs, deep forest and white beaches.
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PALMAR-NOGALES RANCH 85,002 Âą Acres | $18,920,000 Chihuahua, Janos, MX It is not often one has the opportunity to purchase a ranch with all the quality characteristics of good weather, large size, quality production, and excellent location. Accessed immediately upon driving across the border from the United States makes it one of a kind. This high Chihuahua ranch lies in a very productive region with gentle valleys and rolling hills.
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PALOMAS RANCH 14,581± Acres | $43,378,475 Brooks County, Falfurrias, TX Republic Ranches, LLC is excited to offer perhaps the largest and finest example of a classic “sand sheet” quail ranch to grace the market in the past 20 years in South Texas. The Palomas Ranch has a rich history; having been the quail hunting destination of three presidents, multiple governors and numerous other dignitaries over the years.
CADENA RANCH 13,164 ± Acres | $32,567,736 Duval County, Hebbronville, TX The Cadena is a wonderful low-fenced ranch located in the big deer country of southern Duval County, near Hebbronville, Texas. The fine sandy loam soils and the amount of both surface and groundwater set this ranch apart. The ranch harbors a great herd of native white-tailed deer managed under MLDP.
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ARROWHEAD RANCH 9,713 Âą Acres | $27,682,050 Starr & Hidalgo Counties, McAllen, TX The Arrowhead Ranch is a large South Texas ranch at its best. At almost 10,000 acres, the ranch is groomed to allow the wildlife to thrive. It features lots of water, separate high-fenced pastures, large deer, exotics, and tons of quail and dove. The ranch is a short distance from Edinburg in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley.
MONARCH RANCH 40,138 Âą Acres | $26,089,700 Val Verde County, Comstock, TX A rare jewel in the desert, the Monarch Ranch is located on a span of 5 miles of the pristine Devils River 30 miles upstream from Lake Amistad. Stunning views of the Devils River Basin and deep canyons greet visitors to the ranch upon climbing over 300 feet from the river.
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SHOUSE GOLIAD RANCH 6,302 ± Acres | $22,055,635 Goliad County, Goliad, TX The Shouse Ranch is a true heritage property as part of the historic O’Connor Ranch established after the Texas Revolutionary War. The ranch is a diverse working property that includes miles of frontage on the San Antonio River, full of towering oaks, pecans, and cottonwoods and some of the last native tallgrass remaining in Texas.
WEARDEN FARM & RANCH 5,076 ± Acres | $20,100,000 Jackson County, Ganado, TX The Wearden Ranch is an exceptional recreational property featuring farming income and prime rice land. Nearly 3,000 acres of live oak woods bracketed by crops and pasture in an area renowned for its waterfowl hunting provide for some of the best hunting opportunities within 100 miles of Houston.
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THREE SIDES FARM 4,484 ± Acres | $17,017,000 Bowie County, De Kalb, TX Three Sides Farm is a historic, large, and highly productive farm located along nearly five miles of the Red River in Northeast Texas. This top-end farm has the potential for exceptional yields. Three Sides Farm is located in one contiguous tract and has large field sizes. The farm’s abundant wildlife is a bonus for the sportsman or those looking to benefit from hunting lease income.
HIGH GATE RANCH 265 ± Acres | $15,000,000 Rockwall County, Rockwall, TX This is an excellent residential development opportunity in Rockwall County in a prime location, bordering the city limits of Rockwall. It has easy access from I-30 and a large, premier equestrian training facility with an incomeproducing tenant in place.
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SECO SPRINGS RANCH 2,728 Âą Acres | $14,390,200 Bandera County, Tarpley, TX The Seco Springs Ranch, a headwaters ranch, is situated in its own series of secluded valleys and surrounding mountains in Bandera County, Texas, between Tarpley and Utopia. The property offers privacy, extensive live water, numerous lakes, productive valleys, excellent wildlife habitat, exceptional topography, forever views, a sound road system, and very cool historical improvements.
CIRCLE E RANCH 2,096 Âą Acres | $14,000,000 Grimes County, Bedias, TX The Historic Circle E Ranch is a high-fenced hunting ranch located in one of the most sought-after areas near Houston and College Station. The ranch is one of the more unique properties in the area and is a perfect combination for the outdoorsman, conservationist, and cowman alike.
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SANTA ELENA RANCH 4,944 ± Acres | $13,843,200 Jim Hogg County, Agua Nueva, TX The Santa Elena Ranch is a finely tuned quail-focused ranch maintained to maximize the land’s quail hunting potential over the entire acreage. The ranch is high-fenced with quality deer, excellent dove hunting, and beautiful improvements sitting on a small picturesque lake.
BROOKSHIRE POLO RANCH 292 ± Acres | $13,500,000 Waller County, Brookshire, TX The Brookshire Polo Ranch offers buyers the opportunity to own one of the finest equestrian properties in the South. The property was conceived to create a personal and recreational paradise while providing a world-class polo destination near the Greater Houston area. The equestrian-focused improvements on the ranch are second to none.
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RANCHO ANEJO 5,000 ± Acres | $12,500,000 Maverick County, Eagle Pass, TX Rancho Anejo is on the edge of the Eagle Pass, Texas city limits. The Rancho Anejo is a one of a kind gentleman’s ranch with plenty to offer, including an expansive nearly 8,000 square foot main lodge overlooking a 250-acre lake with great fishing and duck hunting.
ROCK CANYON RANCH 12,250 ± Acres | $12,403,125 Val Verde County, Del Rio, TX With stunning views, outstanding hunting, star-filled night skies, and first-class improvements, Rock Canyon Ranch is a true gem located where the Trans Pecos, the Hill Country and the Brush Country come together in Val Verde County. Rock Canyon is in an elite group of large, high-quality Texas ranches.
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CEDAR BRANCH CREEK 913 ± Acres | $11,777,700 Llano & Blanco Counties, Horseshoe Bay, TX Cedar Branch Creek is a live water ranch consisting of 913 acres located on Highway 71 – directly across from Horseshoe Bay – in Llano and Blanco Counties. The property has approximately 2,087 linear feet of frontage on Highway 71, conveniently located roughly five miles west of Highway 281.
MUSTANG CREEK RANCH 1,559 ± Acres | $10,950,000 Johnson County, Cresson, TX The Mustang Creek Ranch is a fantastic property for the land investor with an eye towards future development in the rapidly growing area southwest of Fort Worth. It is in the corner areas of Hood, Johnson, and Parker Counties and is located just east of Cresson towards Godley in the northwest corner of Johnson County.
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LEWCO RANCH 2,467 ± Acres | $10,361,400 Lavaca County, Edna, TX Classic southern Lavaca County ranch with a mix of large live oaks, brush, and open grassland savannas. The ranch fronts Hwy 111 between Edna and Yoakum and is about an hour and forty minutes from downtown Houston. A great combination hunting and cattle ranch that would be a very easy ranch to high fence.
D BAR RANCH 7,656 ± Acres | $9,570,000 Coke County, Blackwell, TX The historic D Bar Ranch is a magnificent property that has been owned by the same family since the 1950’s. The ranch is located within a unique, transitional area that combines aspects of the central Texas Hill Country, South Texas brush country, and vistas more typical of the West Texas high plains. There are rugged hills and mesas, thick draws and open meadows, as well as plentiful water features such as ponds, seasonal creeks and windmills.
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718 ± Acres | $9,249,000 Austin County, New Ulm, TX The Tidwell Ranch is an exceptional large acreage offering in the highly sought after area of Cat Springs and New Ulm. A fantastic mix of thick stands of oaks and interspersed prairie creates beautiful landscapes with great views from multiple vistas. The ranch has four well-dispersed homes on the property and several large fishing lakes. It also has 1.7 miles of frontage on FM 1094, creating an excellent investment property opportunity. Co-brokered with Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate
5G RANCH 880 ± Acres | $8,880,000 Waller County, Waller, TX The 5G Ranch is a beautiful, fully operational equestrian property. Threemile Creek runs through the property and 100-year-old pines and hardwoods are planted along miles of trails for riding, walking, biking or ATVs. The farm has many improvements and amenities to run a horse farm. This is an exceptional property in a great location on 359 just south of Hempstead, bring your horses and enjoy a beautiful property within an hour of Houston.
MYERS CATTLE & LAND 550 ± Acres | $7,499,000 Brazos County, Navasota, TX Myers Ranch is a true gentlemen’s cattle ranch located just 12 miles south of College Station. The ranch is well set up to continue running as a high-end cattle operation or can be used as a fantastic recreational ranch or investment for future development. The property boasts a classic ranch home overlooking a 20-acre fishing lake, several more large lakes, and over 2 miles of Navasota River frontage.
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BLANCO CREEK RANCH 2,110 ± Acres | $7,385,000 Refugio County, Refugio, TX Republic Ranches is proud to introduce the Blanco Creek Ranch. This ranch is known for having an extraordinary amount of giant oak trees and a wide variety of soils provided by the Blanco Creek. The creek bottom is wild and wooly with big trees, vines, and palmettos. This special part of the world can be described as savanna lands, big oaks, and South Texas brush, with tons of deer and turkey.
MOUNTAIN VIEW RANCH 4,344 ± Acres | $7,059,000 Kinney County, Brackettville, TX Mountain View Ranch is a first-class hunting and recreational ranch situated in the transition country of southwest Texas. This ranch offers an incredibly productive wildlife habitat. It is ready to go with a carefully thought-out headquarters, an outstanding road system, extensive water distribution including drinkers and ponds, a supplemental feeding program, hunting setups, and so much more make this a place the new owner can enjoy immediately.
LAST SPREAD FARM 355 ± Acres | $6,900,000 Cooke County, Gainesville, TX The Last Spread is a multi-use showplace farm located in the heart of North Texas Horse Country. This farm’s 355 acres offer an appealing combination of pristine Cross Timbers hardwoods and highly improved rolling pastures. A top-end luxury home and stylish Morton Buildings complete this turn-key property. The Last Spread Farm radiates class, and it’s evident that a great deal of care has gone into building and maintaining it.
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2,188 ± Acres | $6,500,000 Armstrong County, Wayside, TX Happy Falls Canyon Ranch is in the High Plains region of Texas, just east of the town of Wayside. The property has beautiful views for miles, excellent hunting, and a lovely home. There is also a barn and working pens for cattle. Excellent trails make four-wheeling a great way to get around the property. A large back porch is ideal for sitting and watching the wildlife.
KAUTZ FARM 1,707 ± Acres | $6,059,453 Lamar County, Paris, TX Kautz Farm has had a history of exceptional yields thanks to its fertile Class 1 soil and high percentage of irrigation. This farm is a grower’s favorite thanks to its consistency, yield potential and well drained soil that allows for earlier planting. The Kautz Farm is located in Lamar County about twenty minutes north of Paris, Texas. Average annual precipitation is 47 inches. The local livestock and poultry markets have strong grain demand which helps to support a positive basis over the CBOT.
VENADO RANCH 3,881 ± Acres | $5,336,375 Webb County, Freer, TX Rolling topography, surface water, large neighbors, and vast expanses of native South Texas brushland! The Venado Ranch is an old fashioned Webb County whitetail ranch with all native genetics, excellent mixed brush habitat, and significant topographic relief. The hilltops on the eastern portion of the ranch provide tremendous views and potential home sites. With 100% native genetics, prime mixed brush, and tons of surface water on nearly 4,000 acres, you have a trophy whitetail ranch’s key elements.
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DOS RIOS HUNTING PRESERVE 936 ± Acres | $5,148,000 Edwards County, Barksdale, TX The Dos Rios Hunting Preserve is an incredible live water hunting and recreational paradise located along the banks of Pulliam Creek a few miles WNW of Barksdale, TX. This high-fenced ranch offers river frontage, a spring-fed creek, and two stocked fishing lakes. It provides diverse hunting for native wildlife and exotic game, extremely usable and fertile bottomlands, incredible trees, and forever views from the mountaintop gazebo, an excellent road system, and comfortable improvements.
WEST WEEDY CREEK RANCH 1,462 ± Acres | $4,020,500 Live Oak County, Whitsett, TX West Weedy Creek Ranch is an excellent example of a diverse, unspoiled South Texas ranch ready for its newest steward to make the ranch their own. The vast majority of the ranch’s habitat is native and untouched.
ARANSAS RIVER RANCH 1,195 ± Acres | $3,525,250 Refugio County, Woodsboro , TX The Aransas River Ranch is part of the Rooke Ranch in Refugio County. This property offers a unique opportunity to own 945 - 1,200 acres on the Aransas River. The ranch includes 2.5 miles of river frontage with large trees, thich brush, and lots of wildlife.
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251 ± Acres | $3,520,000 Hardin County, Silsbee, TX Hidden along the banks of the Neches River on a historic high point is Bear Mans Bluff Ranch. The stewards of this ranch have transformed the land into an idyllic family retreat that features the highest end of authentic Texas ranch lifestyle.
FLYING W RANCH 320 ± Acres | $3,495,000 Nueces County, Corpus Christi, TX This is a rare recreational retreat on the outskirts of Corpus Christi, minutes away from the Crosstown Extension and Weber Road. This 320-acre ranch borders the Legendary King Ranch and is a sportsman’s paradise.
FINN-LAMBERT RANCH 1,327 ± Acres | $3,463,470 Refugio County, Refugio, TX The Finn-Lambert Ranch is a part of the historical Lambert Ranch located in Refugio County. The ranch is a unique combination of brush country and farm land tucked away inside of other large South Texas ranches located minutes from Refugio, Texas.
BHH SAND & GRAVEL 102 ± Acres | $3,250,000 Bexar County, Von Ormy, TX Beautiful multi-use income property located centrally in the path of San Antonio’s future growth on the Medina River! This ranch is also an active sand and gravel operation strategically situated within the 1604, 410, IH 35, and SH 130 corridor.
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CAMP HILL HUNTING RANCH 520 ± Acres | $2,950,000 Anderson County, Palestine, TX This stunning hilltop ranch is one of a kind. It is high fenced, infused with superior whitetails and wooded with a mix of hardwoods and pine plantations. The manicured ranch boasts two complementary ranch style homes with far-reaching views sitting on top of the 650’ high peak.
HEMPSTEAD FARM 38 ± Acres | $2,900,000 Waller County, Hempstead, TX In less than an hour from Houston, you can be at your own quiet country oasis. Gated, fenced, and situated on 38 +/- acres, this picturesque setting is perfect for horseback riding, watching sunsets, and enjoying a slower life pace.
DOUBLE MUSTANG RANCH 1,620 ± Acres | $2,835,000 Webb County, Freer, TX The Double Mustang is a classic South Texas hunting property located in an area known for trophy whitetails. Blinds and feeders will convey, and you can be hunting this season. A bonus is the tremendous number of arrowheads to be found on this ranch.
CROWELL RANCH 1,067 ± Acres | $2,827,550 Brazoria County, West Columbia, TX The Crowell Ranch is a river bottom ranch located between Angleton and West Columbia. The ranch is a mix of improved pastures in rich alluvial soils and stands of hardwoods. The ranch includes paved road access and Brazos River frontage.
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104 ± Acres | $2,750,000 Kerr County, Hunt, TX Hope Cottage is a stunning estate situated on 104+/- acres in the prestigious private gated community of Comanche Caves located on the Guadalupe River in Hunt, Texas. With easy access from San Antonio and Austin, this makes an ideal weekend retreat.
BLUESTEM PRAIRIE RANCH 841 ± Acres | $2,733,250 Brazoria County, West Columbia, TX Bluestem Prairie Ranch is a quality cattle ranch with a creational upside. This property offers hundreds of acres of thick bluestem, high-quality perimeter fencing, blacktop access, and close proximity to Houston.
QUAIL ALLEY RANCH 550 ± Acres | $2,475,000 Goliad County, Goliad, TX The ranch is a mixture of heavy oak forest and more open native and improved grasslands that include several lovely lakes, a charming cabin overlooking the larger lake, and an established hunting program in place.
CABEZA CREEK RANCH 580 ± Acres | $2,610,000 Karnes County, Nordheim, TX The ranch is 580 acres of rolling pasture and large live oak trees scattered throughout the South Texas brush. This tract has mainly been untouched for years, and most of the ranch has only been seen by the wildlife and cattle that call it home.
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B-B RANCH 1,947 ± Acres | $2,579,775 Kinney County, Brackettville, TX Located in the transitional zone between the Rio Grande Plains and the Edwards Plateau, this ranch provides a unique blend of the Hill Country and South Texas with its excellent water system and an abundance of freeranging game and birds.
SNYDER RANCH 850 ± Acres | $2,507,500 Refugio County, Woodsboro, TX The Snyder Ranch is approximately 850 acres of thick South Texas brush with scattered oak motes and huge trees. The ranch also has approximately 2 miles of railroad frontage and is suitable for future development.
FALCON POINT RANCH 5,700 ± Acres | $2,500,000 Calhoun County, Seadrift, TX This is a rare opportunity to acquire an undivided interest in one of the finest coastal ranches on the Texas Gulf Coast! The ranch is one of the most diverse and unique ranches of its size and includes roughly 4.5 miles of San Antonio Bay shoreline.
SEVEN SISTERS RANCH 1,230 ± Acres | $2,214,000 Duval County, Freer, TX The Seven Sisters Ranch is a classic South Texas brush country ranch. The ranch is approximately 1,230 acres, located north of Freer, in Duval County, Texas. The property is located along both sides of FM 2359.
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869 ± Acres | $2,200,000 Edwards County, Brackettville, TX The QOT Ranch is a high-fenced hunting ranch in Edwards County. With exceptional views, prime habitat, and improved whitetail genetics, this property is ready for an avid outdoorsman and family to come in and make it their own.
5 R RANCH 772 ± Acres | $2,080,540 Zavala County, Crystal City, TX The 5 R Ranch is an ideal low-fenced ranch surrounded on two sides by larger properties. The ranch is favorable for white-tailed deer, hogs, quail, dove, turkey, and javelina. What makes the ranch different, though, is the abundance of bull mesquite cover.
HERITAGE TRAIL FARM 10.37 ± Acres | $1,775,000 Montgomery County, Magnolia, TX At the end of a private cul-de-sac in a gated community just 10 minutes from the Woodlands, 10 shady acres have been turned into a private oasis. The one-story, stacked stone home is set back off the road.
THE SALT MINES 121 ± Acres | $1,750,000 Kleberg County, Riviera, TX The Salt Mines is an excellent opportunity to own significant waterfront acreage on the protected Laguna Salada Finger of Baffin Bay. Roughly 1,400 feet of Baffin Bay frontage affords you endless opportunities to enjoy great walk in fishing, build a 300’ pier and live ok over one of the best saltwater fisheries in the state.
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BIG ROCKY CREEK RANCH 347 ± Acres | $1,750,000 Lavaca County, Schulenburg, TX This is an ideal hunting ranch with avenues for raising cattle. The ranch has been in the current family for generations. Four ponds are scattered throughout the ranch, and the main water attraction is 3,200 feet of the Navidad River.
SADDLER CREEK RANCH 487 ± Acres | $1,582,750 Anderson County, Elkhart, TX Saddler Creek Ranch is a diverse property located in southern Anderson County. The ranch features three nice creeks, potential income, and very appealing topography. This property is a sanctuary for wildlife with minimal pressure and plenty of seclusion.
GLECKER WHITETAIL RANCH 75 ± Acres | $1,495,000 Lavaca County, Schulenburg, TX Glecker Whitetail Ranch is one of the finest white-tailed deer breeding facilities located near Houston. No corners have been cut when designing or building this fantastic facility. If you want to start or expand your deer breeding operation, look no further.
PORTÓN RANCH 374 ± Acres | $1,477,300 Gonzales County, Flatonia, TX The ranch is a blank canvas for someone wanting to turn a place into their own, with old-growth forest dominating the entire ranch. The property is conveniently located near Austin, San Antonio, and Houston.
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266 ± Acres | $1,463,000 Harris County, Hockley, TX Jack Road North is a 266-acre tallgrass prairie and wetland property that has been operated and maintained by the Katy Prairie Conservancy. This ranch has great wetlands to attract waterfowl, dove, and wetland birds.
MYERS RANCH 262 ± Acres | $1,441,000 DeWitt County, Cuero, TX Myers Ranch is a beautiful property centrally located in a beautiful area of Texas. This ranch is set up for cattle grazing with an excellent pasture with good grass and fencing. There are several beautiful old live oak trees on the property.
TARKINGTON BAYOU 1,890 ± Acres | $1,417,500 Liberty County, Plum Grove, TX The property is covered in towering hardwoods and pines, with multiple water features such as miles of Tarkington Bayou, wetland marshes, and multiple small creeks. Deer and hogs are abundant on the property as well as migratory waterfowl.
LAKE LIBERTY RANCH 267 ± Acres | $1,400,000 Liberty County, Liberty, TX A 67-acre lake, beautiful hardwoods, good pasture, and city utilities highlight this property perfect for a gentlemen’s ranch or estate-lot development. This fantastic country escape is close to Houston with all the conveniences and charm of a small town nearby.
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OYSTER CREEK RANCH 330± Acres | $1,320,000 Brazoria County, Angleton, TX Specimen live oaks and pecans draped in Spanish Moss are liberally dispersed across the prairie. Approximately 1 mile of timber-lined Oyster Creek frontage enhances the ranch’s beauty. These natural elements combine to lay the foundation for a true showplace ranch.
CREEK RANCH 87 ± Acres | $1,304,913 Brazoria County, Angleton, TX Republic Ranches LLC is featuring this beautiful piece of property in fast-growing Brazoria County. It is located less than an hour from downtown Houston, while offering a tremendous variety of outdoor activities for the whole family.
HACIENDA BAYVIEW 21 ± Acres | $1,100,000 Cameron County, Bayview , TX Step back in time with an 11,500-square foot hacienda built in the early 1920s, surrounded by a 21-acre grapefruit farm, resaca frontage, and lush landscape minutes from South Padre Island.
978 RANCH 125 ± Acres | $1,250,000 Madison County, Madisonville, TX The 978 Ranch is the perfect recreational property with no compromise in its grazing and hunting productivity. Thick stands of woods bisected by multiple drainages, including Ferry Branch, provide cover, forage, and water for cattle and an abundance of wildlife.
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PEACH RIDGE FARM 55 ± Acres | $1,210,000 Waller County, Brookshire, TX Conveniently located six miles southwest of Brookshire, this ranch was previously cleared and maintained to pasture polo ponies. Improved Bermuda pastures scattered with hackberry, elm, and oak trees make this gorgeous tract the perfect place to turn out livestock or build your dream home.
BELMONT RANCH 275 ± Acres | $1,210,000 Gonzales County, Belmont, TX This rolling ranch offers a diverse mix ranging from post oak and bull mesquite prairie to gravelly hillsides covered in denser mesquite. Game is plentiful, water rights are intact, and some minerals are available.
DOUBLE N RANCH 215 ± Acres | $1,021,250 Polk County, Corrigan, TX This gorgeous high fenced ranch is one of a kind. Only a couple miles outside of Corrigan, TX with superior whitetail and axis deer. This property has many trails that weave throughout the property, making it an optimal hunting ranch.
LAKE BUCHANAN COMPOUND 20 ± Acres | Contact for Price Llano County, Buchanan Dam, TX This beautiful 20-acre compound is located on the shoreline of Lake Buchanan just west of the lake’s dam. Two brick and wrought iron entrances with electric gates provide access to the property from Highway 29. The compound consists of manicured grounds and improvements.
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