295A Fossler Ranch Rd W, Hunt, TX 78024 - Kerr County

Indian Creek Ranch is a classic Hill Country ranch with long-range views, ample wet weather creek frontage, majestic Live Oaks, rolling topography, multiple prominent building sites, and several unique geological features. There are multiple stunning grottos located in the creek with impressive limestone walls, the largest of which has over 20ft of drop. Red Hill, the highest named point in Kerr County is located on the property. Indian Creek Ranch is conveniently located just 1.5 hours from downtown San Antonio. The ranch has been in the family for over 100 years and is ready for the next family to build a legacy. Multiple acreage options available: #19667421, #17577182

Location

295A Fossler Ranch Rd W Hunt, TX 78024

15 miles to Hunt, 28 miles to Kerrville, 102 miles to San Antonio, 138 miles to Austin, 297 miles to Houston, 38 miles to the Kerrville County Airport (6,000 ft runway), and 99 miles to the San Antonio International Airport

Land & Water

Indian Creek Ranch has been in the family since the late 1800s and is located near the Divide area of Kerr County which is the delineation between the Colorado and Guadalupe River watersheds. The property is primarily an Oak-Juniper woodland with impressive topography changes ranging from 2,228 ft atop Red Hill, the highest named point in Kerr County, to 2,040 ft along the creek channel near the SW corner of the tract. Multiple ridges and plateaus offer picturesque long-range views of the surrounding Hill Country that could serve as great homesites. This varied topography would also provide unique opportunities for hiking, biking, and ATV/ UTV trails. Below these ridges and plateaus are several grasslands with deep soils. The runoff from the high ground feeds into a major tributary to Indian Creek.

As one follows these rock-lined creek beds, you'll find multiple large grottos that have nearly vertical limestone walls, one of which is over 20 ft tall with gravel-lined basins beneath it. One can only imagine what these grottos can look like during wet periods with water cascading off the wall down into the pools. From the bottom of the grottos, one will find numerous caves and overhangs in addition to classic tree species such as Escarpment Black Cherry, Lacey Oak, and Black Walnut. The top side of these grottos were likely utilized by early Native Americans as campsites due to elevation and proximity to water. Evidence of this use was seen by casual observation of broken points, scrapers, and flakes. These unique geologic features are a must see!

Being located between the Kerr Wildlife Management Area and the Y-O Ranch, this property is home to many native and exotic wildlife species that this part of the Hill Country is known for. Game species observed on the property include Whitetail Deer, Axis Deer, Gemsbok, Sika Deer, Aoudad, Hogs, and Rio Grande Turkeys. However, in this part of the Hill Country, you never know what type of free-ranging exotic animals may show up. The property has not been hunted in several years.

Trees observed on the property include Live Oak, Lacey Oak, Escarpment Live Oak, Spanish Oak, Shin Oak, Escarpment Black Cherry, Black Walnut, Hackberry, Ashe Juniper, Pecan, and Mesquite. The shrub and forb layer is comprised of Texas Persimmon, Twisted Acacia, Agarita, Prickly Pear, Twisted Yucca, Kidneywood, Texas Creeping Oxeye, Tasajillo, Green Briar, Sacahuista, Mountain Pink, and Prairie Tea. Grass species observed include Silver Bluestem, Little Bluestem, KR Bluestem, Texas Grama, Three Awn, Texas Wintergrass, Lindheimers Muhly, Seep Muhly, Curly Mesquite, Side Oats Grama, and Hairy Grama.

Improvements & Utilities

Tract 1 has access to electricity with an electric line running along the north and east boundaries. There is perimeter fencing along the south, east, and north boundaries comprised of 5-strand barb wire in good condition. Recent water wells drilled in the immediate vicinity range from 320-390 deep and produce anywhere from 5-20 GPM.

The property has deeded easement access from FM 1340 through the Kerr Wildlife Management Area. This easement road is paved and maintained by TPWD.

Minerals

Surface Sale only.

Taxes

The property is currently qualified for the Wildlife Management Valuation. 2023 taxes are estimated to be $200.

Community

The Divide area of Kerr County has a deep ranching heritage. Other small towns like Mountain Home and Hunt add to the charm of the area. Lost Maple State Natural Area and the South Llano River State Park are only an hour away.

Basic needs can be found in Hunt. All other needs including major retailers and medical care are available in Kerrville.