Adams Ranch

Description: Adams Ranch is for sale; a 934 acre live water ranch, with a strong agricultural potential and deep historical roots. This working ranch offers a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial South Texas property with a proven record in both livestock and wildlife management. Location: This property is located 12 miles west of Devine, 25 miles from Hondo, and 46 miles from San Antonio, with access off County Road 654. Water: Hondo Creek flows across the ranch for 1.4 miles, providing year-round live water. Bass, catfish, gar, buffalo fish, and perch in Hondo Creek provide for good fishing. Brier Branch Creek adds another 1.2 miles of seasonal flow. Two electric water wells drawing from the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer and the Leona Gravel Formation provide water for troughs, a pond, and the headquarters. There are also several other ponds providing water to livestock and wildlife alike. Land & Use: The soil ranges from fertile bottomland to South Texas sandy loam. Live oaks, pecans, mesquites, and native brush like guajillo and black brush provide excellent cover and food for wildlife. The land sustains productive grazing; the current owner has planted Tifton 85 in selected areas and installed poly pipe to enable irrigation. Wildlife: The Hondo Creek area supports a strong population of Whitetail deer. The ranch also attracts Rio Grande turkey, dove, quail, javelina, and hogs, offering year-round hunting. Improvements: A 2,500 sq/ft house serves as camp headquarters. The property also includes a set of pipe cattle pens. Perimeter and cross-fencing are in good condition, and electricity is in place. History: Settlers first established the Adams Ranch in the mid-1800s. The Redus family took over operations in the late 1800s into the 20th century. In 1921, the Black Creek community built a schoolhouse on the property to serve local students. Remnants of the school, along with an old residence and barn, still stand. A mural at Triple C Steakhouse in Devine honors the ranchs enduring legacy. Minerals: The seller holds a portion of the mineral estate and will convey 50% of owned minerals at the asking price. Active production exists on the ranch. Remarks: Adams Ranch combines productive land, reliable water sources, and rich history in a single offering. This property has lasting value for cattle ranching, hunting, or long-term investment in a sought after region of South Central Texas. Shown by appointment only with Texas Ranch Sales, LLC. Buyers brokers must be identified on first contact and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of Texas Ranch Sales, LLC.