Rancho Viejo: 19,995 Acres of Historic Ranchland for Sale in Presidio County

David Flash, ,

King Land & Water is offering a rare opportunity to own a historic West Texas ranch. Rancho Viejo, located north of Candelaria in the rugged Sierra Vieja region, is now listed for $13,496,625 for its nearly 20,000 acres of breathtaking land, rich history, and modern improvements.

A Historic Landscape

The ranch’s roots trace back to ancient Native American settlements drawn by natural springs, later followed by pioneering ranching families such as the Loveless and Boyd Chambers families. The land was also tied to the dramatic history of Pancho Villa and early 20th-century cross-border raids, including the death of Texas Ranger Joe Sittre.

Springs have always defined Rancho Viejo, with Musgrave, Walker, Cold Water, McCombs, and Anna Springs still flowing today. Today, these natural resources support a sophisticated water system with over 135 miles of poly pipe, storage tanks, and troughs—ensuring sustainable ranching and wildlife management across the property.

Land & Features

  • Total Acreage: 19,995 acres
  • Elevation Change: From 3,200 to 6,000 feet
  • Geography: Canyons, cliffs, mesas, bluffs, and sweeping desert valleys
  • Views: Sierra Madre of Mexico to the west and Sierra Vieja of West Texas to the east

The property includes over 250 miles of improved ranch roads, giving access to some of the most scenic terrain in North America.

Headquarters & Improvements

The headquarters compound offers comfort and functionality, including:

  • Renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath main house with stone patios in Musgrave Canyon
  • 2-bunkroom, 2-bath lodge with wraparound porches, a stone fireplace, and a great room for entertaining
  • Foreman’s house, barns, walk-in cooler, deer cleaning station, and outbuildings in excellent condition
  • Some furnishings, feeders, and equipment included in the sale

Habitat & Wildlife

Rancho Viejo is a showcase of Chihuahuan Desert grasslands and woodlands, featuring oaks, junipers, mesquite, desert willow, and even riparian woodlands around its springs. The habitat supports a wide array of wildlife, making the ranch a premier hunting property.

  • Big Game: Mule deer, aoudad, mountain lion, javelina
  • Birds: Blue quail, Gambel’s quail, dove, and migrating songbirds
  • Permits: Managed Land Permit allows extended hunting opportunities

Water & Minerals

The ranch’s water system is unmatched, fed entirely by springs and including:

  • Miles of live water creeks and canyons
  • A 200-degree artesian hot well flowing to the Rio Grande
  • 6,400 acres of Mineral Classified minerals (no current leases or production)

Price & Contact

  • Total Acreage: 19,995 acres
  • Price: $13,496,625
  • Broker: James King, King Land & Water

For more details, visit King Land & Water.

Image Credit: King Land & Water

Published by David Flash

David Flash (david.flash@gmail.com) is a marketing executive and digital media publisher for Big Bend Times, the media outlet with the largest audience in Texas's Transpecos region. With over ten years in sales and marketing, he excels in omnichannel marketing strategies that boost growth, revenue, and customer loyalty in various industries. Flash earned a Master of Science in Digital Audience Strategy from Arizona State University, a Bachelor of Arts in History with a Business Minor from The University of Texas at Austin, and a certificate in Sales Development Science from Texas Tech University. He holds certifications in email marketing, social media marketing, and Google Ads, showcasing his expertise in leveraging digital platforms for marketing success.

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