Whispering Pines

Whispering Pines Ranch 190 Acres | Rusk County, Texas Tucked deep within the storied Piney Woods of East Texas, Whispering Pines Ranch is a private 190-acre sanctuary located just 10 minutes southeast of Henderson and within easy reach of Tyler, Longview, and Nacogdoches. This is the kind of property that defines the East Texas lifestyle quiet, wooded, water-rich, and alive with wildlife. A picturesque blend of rolling pastureland and towering mature timber creates a diverse landscape ideal for both ranching and recreation. The ranch is exceptionally well-watered, featuring a stocked pond, spring-fed sloughs, multiple natural springs, and year-round creeks that wind through the property, providing reliable surface water and outstanding wildlife habitat. An established network of caliche roads offers seamless access throughout the ranch, making it equally suited for ATV riding, hunting, cattle operations, or simply exploring the land. The property is fully perimeter-fenced, adjoins a 1,500-acre ranch and a 50-acre lake, and has electricity readily available offering both privacy and long-term development potential. Wildlife is abundant, with strong populations of white-tailed deer, wild hogs, turkey, dove, and seasonal waterfowl. Whether you're seeking a premier hunting retreat, a recreational escape, or a future homesite wrapped in East Texas beauty, Whispering Pines Ranch delivers. Located near Henderson named for Texas first governor and cherished for its small-town charm and quality of life this property captures the essence of a true Piney Woods legacy ranch. A rare opportunity to own an East Texas getaway with water, timber, and unmatched tranquility. Location: This ranch is a unique property in East Texas, conveniently located less than 6 miles southeast of Henderson, Texas. Its strategic location in East Texas offers proximity to several cities in the region, including Tyler, Longview, Kilgore, Jacksonville, and Nacogdoches. Just a little over two hours from Dallas and an hour and fifteen minutes from Shreveport, Whispering Pines Ranch is an excellent getaway from the big cities. Topography: The property features a diverse landscape and topography throughout, with a mix of open pastureland and mixed, mature timber with elevation changes moving through rolling meadows, pine forest and hardwood bottoms. A well-maintained caliche road system makes all parts of the property easily accessible. The timber on the ranch consists of upland pine, post oak, blackjack, white oak, red oak, ash, walnut, hickory, mulberry, elm, beech, and dogwood in the forested hardwood bottoms. Water: A two-acre stocked pond is located on the property. As well as a three-acre beaver dammed slough that provides excellent waterfowl hunting. With multiple springs and year-round creeks dotting the terrain, there is ample potential to develop additional lake and pond sites, further enriching the property's natural beauty and recreational appeal. Wildlife: The timber and creek bottoms of Whispering Pines Ranch provide an excellent habitat for wildlife. Species found on the property include whitetail deer, waterfowl, wild hogs, turkeys, and dove. The pond on the property is home to largemouth bass and catfish. This property is a sportsman's dream, with endless possibilities to improve wildlife habitat, as well as hunting and fishing opportunities. The ranch is also bordered on the south by a 1,500-acre ranch that has limited hunting, and a 50 +/- acre lake which roosts large numbers of waterfowl in the winter months. Improvements: None Roads and Fences: The ranch has perimeter fencing and well-maintained internal caliche roads. Utilities: Electricity is readily accessible at the entrance along FM 840, ensuring convenient power availability for potential development or usage throughout the property. There is also a water well on the property. Easements: There is a natural gas pipeline easement that follows the Southern boundary of the ranch.