A sprawling 29,294-acre property in the Davis Mountains is being marketed as one of the most expansive and ecologically significant ranch offerings in West Texas, featuring high-elevation terrain, extensive wildlife habitat and a mix of residential and agricultural improvements.
Caldwell Ranch sits along the Scenic Loop formed by Texas Highways 118 and 166, about 12 miles west of the McDonald Observatory and roughly 25 miles from Fort Davis. The property shares more than 13 miles of boundary with the Davis Mountains Preserve, a protected landscape owned by The Nature Conservancy.
The ranch occupies elevations ranging from about 5,200 to 6,500 feet, placing it within a “Sky Island” ecosystem known for cooler temperatures and increased moisture compared to surrounding desert regions. This environment supports a mix of forested slopes, native grasslands and seasonal waterways uncommon in much of West Texas.
Cherry Creek runs through the center of the ranch, carving steep canyons and feeding a network of tributaries that create shaded corridors and wildlife habitat. The terrain includes prominent features such as Madera Canyon — often referred to as the “Bryce Canyon of Texas” — along the eastern boundary, as well as interior landmarks like Friend Mountain and Robbers Roost.
Historically operated as a working cattle ranch, the property has been redeveloped in recent years to function as a private retreat while maintaining its agricultural use. Improvements include multiple guest lodges and houses, a historic main lodge, and a range of recreational amenities such as a solar-heated swimming pool, pavilion, bar facilities and a gym with sauna and pickleball court.
The ranch also includes significant infrastructure for livestock operations, including cattle pens, barns, fencing and water systems. According to marketing materials, approximately 40 miles of buried pipeline connect six wells to about 85 water troughs across the property.
Wildlife on the ranch includes Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer, white-tailed deer and aoudad sheep, along with predators such as mountain lions and black bears. The region is also part of a major migratory corridor for birds, with species ranging from hummingbirds and warblers to Montezuma quail.
The property is being offered through King Land & Water LLC. Pricing was not disclosed, and the listing is subject to change or withdrawal without notice, according to the brokerage.
The ranch’s location within a largely conserved landscape and its combination of natural features and developed amenities position it as a rare large-scale offering in the Davis Mountains region.
