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Located just 20 minutes southwest of Gatesville, the 212+/- acre Oat Run Ranch is a turn-key hunting and cattle property with exceptional water, and improvements. The ranch features a 2+/- acre pond and approximately 2,600 feet of live-water creek that runs most of the year, along with two large coastal fields, two large Klein grass fields, and eight established food plots planted in oats each winter. Recreational amenities include two shooting ranges, highlighted by a 600-yard long-range setup with an elevated shooting platform and a separate five-stall range house designed for 100-yard shooting. Residential and operational improvements include a 2,206+/- square-foot main home, a foreman's residence, and multiple barns and workshops, making this a well-balanced Central Texas ranch ideal for both recreation and livestock operations.
Water:
The ranch boasts strong surface water and reliabl...
The ranch boasts strong surface water and reliable supplemental water. Improvements include a 2+/- acre pond with a dock, along with approximately 2,600' of an unnamed creek that, according to the landowner, flows year-round with only rare interruptions and retains large pools even during dry periods. In addition to surface water, the property is well supported by supplemental water sources, including city water piped in from the county road to serve the residences and a 30 GPM water well that is piped to supply water throughout the ranch.
Improvements:
The main residence offers 2,206+/- square feet of living space with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a three-car garage, and both front and back porch patio areas. A separate manufactured home currently serves as the foreman's residence. The main compound also includes a large work barn, hay barn, equipment barn, and horse barn, providing ample infrastructure to support day-to-day ranch operations.
Vegetation/Topography:
The ranch has been meticulously maintained, featuring multiple coastal and Klein grass fields along with food plots strategically located throughout the property. Selective cedar clearing has been thoughtfully implemented to enhance usability while preserving untouched areas that provide reliable cover for wildlife. Mature oak and pecan groves are scattered across the ranch, and the diverse topography offers over 100 feet of elevation change, creating scenic Hill Country vistas and impressive 360-degree views.
Wildlife:
The Ranch offers outstanding hunting opportunities with abundant populations of whitetail deer, turkey, dove, and other native wildlife. The pond serves as a natural draw for dove hunting and provides occasional opportunities for waterfowl. With a strong combination of surface water, quality habitat, and thoughtful land management, the ranch is well suited for year-round outdoor recreation and hunting. There are numerous hunting blinds and feeders that will convey with the ranch.
Location:
Conveniently located off paved County Road 139 and accessed by a privately owned strip, the property sits just 20 minutes from Gatesville, 30 minutes from Lampasas, 40 minutes from Waco or Killeen, and approximately an hour and a half from downtown Austin.
Other Notes:
The access strip coming off County Road 139 is privately owned and is not a deeded easement road.
- 3/12/2026 6:00:55 PM
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