Sweetwater Springs Ranch, a 3,668-acre property located in Terrell County, Texas, is now available for $9,169,125. This expansive ranch, once part of the historic Banner Ranch, is situated along 1.3 miles of the spring-fed Lower Pecos River, offering a rare combination of natural beauty and historical significance.
The centerpiece of the ranch is Sweetwater Spring, which flows at a rate of 2,000 gallons per minute into a clear, bass-filled lake. This spring serves as the primary water source for an elaborate irrigated pasture system and three tree-lined spring runs that meander into the Pecos River. The ranch’s unique location, 25 miles south of Sheffield and Interstate 10, provides seclusion while remaining accessible via well-maintained caliche roads.
The Lower Pecos River, known for its historical significance and natural beauty, was home to the Pecos Culture of hunter-gatherers over 4,000 years ago, who left a legacy of extensive rock art across the region. Today, the river offers a world-class wilderness experience, including multi-night canoe and kayaking trips through high canyon walls, clear-water fishing, and a unique float trip in North America.
The ranch’s headquarters is a shaded oasis, with heritage pecans and century-old trees offering a cooler environment. The 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home at the headquarters is complemented by several shops, barns, and a sophisticated pipe pen system. The lake at the headquarters, framed by limestone bluffs and giant trees, serves as the center for outdoor recreation, including a rope swing and swimming picnic area. Three spring runs feed irrigated pastures and eventually flow into the Pecos River, creating a secluded water paradise.
The ranch is located at the convergence of three biologically distinct eco-regions: the Texas Hill Country, the Chihuahuan Desert, and the subtropical Tamaulipan Brushland. This unique setting provides a diverse habitat for a wide range of wildlife, including mule deer, quail, dove, turkey, mountain lion, and many non-game species. The abundance of live water along the spring runs and the Pecos River allows for the growth of some of the region’s largest oak and pecan trees, providing habitat for wildlife and creating a scenic landscape.
Sweetwater Springs Ranch offers unparalleled opportunities for hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation, making it an ideal property for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a private retreat in one of Texas’s most unique environments.
For more information, visit King Land & Water’s website or contact them at (432) 538-4718.
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