There are a number of smaller, but still impressive canyons that meanders through the ranch creating principle waterways for floodwater into Big Canyon. Narrow valleys climb the limestone cliff and mesa bluffs, perfect for a hike or hunt. The elevation ranges from 1,900 to over 2,200 ft., from the tallest points, there are sweeping views as far as the eye can see. The caps of the Serranias del Burro Mountains can be seen in the distance.

Flora and Fauna

The three ecological regions that meet in this area creating a biologically diverse field unlike anything else in the state. It has been years since significant livestock roamed the ranch, as such, the properties grasses, browse, and shrubs are in outstanding condition. The hills grow a variety of brush where sotol, grama grass, juniper, and cedar can be found. The grassland flats are scattered with cresosote bush, ojasen, catclaw, prickly pear and mesquite. Canyon bottoms and draws are heavy with underbrush, hackberry, and oak. The soils are of limestone origin.

There is an impressive population of whitetail deer steeped in great genetics. Other game species include Mule deer, Javelina, Mountain Lion, Turkey, white-winged dove, morning dove, bobwhite and blue quail. Furbearers include grey fox, ringtail cat, mountain lion, and bobcat.

History

Terrell County and the surrounding area are rich in a history of agriculture, exploration, and settlement. It is said Spanish explorers crossed this land in the mid-1700s, but the region was settled in the 1880s prior to the Texas and New Orleans railroad, bringing ranchers, outlaws, and gunmen to the area. Angora goats and sheep were the bulk of the area and this ranches livestock.

You can step back in time and take in history at the Big Canyon Ranch; there are many ancient burned-rock mounds, called middens. In addition, there are a number of caves that have sign of inhabitance, and a deep shaft that spelunkers explored in the mid-1900s.

Improvements

There are a total of 3 modest homes on two separate that have most recently been converted as ranch hand homes and hunter cabins. There are a total of 2 mulit-use barns and 2 sets of cattle pens. There is a pump driven water tank and tower, the ranch has complete perimeter fencing and multiple pastures in cross fencing. There are a number of maintained deer feeders and blinds spanning across the ranch.

Water

Willow Springs is a seeping spring (per owner) located under a large limestone outcropping. It is said to never run dry. The ranch sits atop the Edwards-Trinity (Plateau) Aquifer. This properties together boasts 5 wells and 3 earthen tanks. Two of the water wells on the property service a series of water troughs across the ranch supplied through an underground pipe.

The advertised property is the result of a cooperative between two existing listings by Capitol Ranch Real Estate and Foster Farm and Ranch.