Located off Highway 55 South in Barksdale, Texas, the ranch offers convenient paved frontage along Highway 55 while maintaining the privacy and seclusion the Texas Hill Country is known for. Camp Wood, the Nueces River, and numerous recreational destinations are just a short drive away, with San Antonio approximately 3 hours away for big city entertainment and amenities. 

TERRAIN:

The Apache Springs Ranch features an exceptional blend of productive bottomland, rolling pastures, and dramatic Hill Country topography. Elevations range from approximately 1,500 feet alongof elevation near Pulliam Creek to nearly 1,900 feet at the highest points, providing nearly 400 feet of elevation change across the property. The varied landscape creates spectacular long-range views, secluded canyons, and numerous scenic homesites overlooking the surrounding countryside.

The lower elevations along Pulliam Creek offer fertile soils, mature hardwoods, and open meadows, while the higher ridges are covered with native cedar, live oak, shin oak, and other indigenous vegetation. A well-maintained network of ranch roads provides access throughout the property, making it easy to explore the diverse terrain and enjoy the many vantage points.

The combination of creek frontage, open grazing areas, rugged hillsides, and dense wildlife cover creates an ideal balance for recreation, livestock, and wildlife management.

IMPROVEMENTS:

The ranch is exceptionally improved with a blend of comfortable residential accommodations and functional ranch infrastructure. The primary residence, built in 2007, encompasses approximately 3,408 square feet and features three bedrooms, three bathrooms, an attached three-car garage, and an outdoor entertaining area complete with an infinity-edge swimming pool, spa, and outdoor kitchen overlooking the ranch. A second home, constructed in 2013, offers approximately 1,680 square feet with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a detached two-car garage, providing comfortable accommodations for family, guests, or a ranch manager. Additional improvements include a historic completely restored log cabin guest house, and two older residences located west of the primary home. A large metal equipment barn with a ranch office, a pole barn, a horse barn with working pens, and a detached five-bay carport. Together, these improvements create a well-equipped, turnkey ranch designed for both everyday living and efficient ranch operations.

WATER:

Water is one of the ranch's defining features. Approximately 2,500 feet of spring-fed Pulliam Creek provides year-round live water, complemented by seven water wells strategically located throughout the property. This exceptional water infrastructure supports the residences, livestock, wildlife, and overall ranch operations while adding tremendous recreational and scenic value. 

WILDLIFE: 

The diverse habitat and dependable water sources support exceptional populations of native and exotic wildlife. Whitetail deer, Axis deer, Rio Grande turkey, feral hogs, dove, and numerous other native species are frequently observed throughout the ranch, making it an outstanding recreational and hunting property.