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Top 10 Biggest Ranches in Texas and Why They Matter

The biggest ranches in Texas cover more land than some entire states. These massive properties have been shaping Texas culture and economy for over 150 years. Texas has more private land ownership than any other state, with 95% of the...

Hortenstine Ranch Company to List One of Texas’ Largest Privately Owned Lakes: Lake Monticello

The Beautiful and Expansive Lake Monticello Is Projected to Hit the Market on April 3 DALLAS AND MOUNT PLEASANT, TEXAS, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hortenstine Ranch Company (HRC), a...

Erath County, The Lake Ranch @ Hico

New Property Boasting What Is Believed to Be the Largest Privately Owned Lake in Texas’s Erath County

The Lake Ranch at Hico Contains a 100-Surface-Acre Lake and Spans Over 780 Acres Total Original Article Posted by PRNewswire DALLAS and HICO, Texas, Feb. 26, 2024 — Hortenstine Ranch...

Texas Historical Commission | Comanche Crest Ranch

History helps us understand change and how the society we live in came to be. Many of us feel the almost poetic appeal of the past and have a passionate...

Star Brand, Historic Ranch featured in the News

With 7 generations of fond memories and gratitude, the descendants of Toddie Lee Wynne are offering their historic ranch to the marketplace for the first time in 160 years, and...

Toddie Lee Wynne Leaves Indelible Marks on Texas History

In North Texas, the Wynne name needs no introduction, but, even for such a storied family, Toddie Lee Wynne Sr. left indelible marks on Texas history—AMLICO, the Dallas Cowboys, Six...

Upshur County Landowners Resource Guide

by Stephen Schwartz Upshur County is a county in Texas located just northwest of Longview with a total population of 35,291 people spread out over the county’s 556 square miles....

Texas Waterfront Land for Sale By HRC

Hortenstine Ranch Company is proud to have an excellent collection of Texas waterfront land for sale. View some of our highlights below. Lake Creek Ranch 1833.536+/- acres with a HUGE...

[Video] West Texas Ranches For Sale: Petty Ranch

Petty Ranch 1,660 +/- Acres Shackelford & Haskell County Amongst the other west Texas ranches for sale, Petty Ranch stands out as a unique offering for any wildlife enthusiast as...

East Texas Ranch for Sale: Cloverdale Ranch

Cloverdale Ranch (on the Red River) 1,483 +/- Acres Fannin County, Texas View Cloverdale Ranch listing for price East Texas Ranch For Sale On the high banks of the Red...

West Texas Ranch For Sale: M3 Ranch, Young County

M3 Ranch 600 +/- Acres Young County, Texas View ranch listing online for pricing M3 Ranch is marked by rolling hills with native grasses, nice ridge lines, and rocky outcroppings....

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Methods for Cedar Clearing from Ranches in Texas

Cedar trees, especially the Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana) and Ashe juniper (Juniperus ashei), are commonly found on Texas ranches. Historically, periodic wildfires and grazing by native animals kept cedar

Your Guide to Finding Ranches for Sale Near Dallas, Texas

Are you dreaming of owning a ranch near Dallas, Texas? Whether you’re seeking a sprawling cattle ranch, a cozy equestrian property, or a hunting ranch brimming with whitetail deer, the

Types of Ranches in Texas: A Quick Overview for Buyers

Texas land covers millions of acres, with plenty of opportunities for ranch ownership. The variety spans from large cattle operations to weekend getaways, with the ranch lifestyle deeply rooted in

Ranch Hunts in Texas: What Makes Them Special

Texas ranch hunts are private hunting experiences on managed land, designed for focus and results. These hunts happen across large properties where animals like whitetail deer, wild hogs, and exotic

Jack Fauntleroy Expands into Oklahoma

Broker Jack Fauntleroy, licensed in Texas real estate since 2007, has always had deep ties to the land. His roots in Texas run strong, but his formative years unfolded in

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