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KELLEY CREEK RANCH
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Bownds Ranches Kelley Creek Ranch Yoakum Texas
Price

$4,566,460

Type

Hunting & Cattle

Acreage

480.68± Acres

Location

Yoakum, Texas

Kelley Creek Ranch has "The Yoakum Factor!"

Water is gold in Texas real estate, and this 480.86± acre ranch in Lavaca County has it—two creeks and five ponds that support both livestock and wildlife. Location is everything, and this property delivers with a central position between four major Texas cities. Towering hardwoods and quality ranch land create an ideal setup for cattle ranching, while the diverse habitat also makes this property well-suited for hunting and recreation. When it comes to the key factors that define a great Texas ranch, Kelley Creek Ranch has that—and then some.

Things you need to know

  • South Central Texas
  • Seasonal Live Water (Wet-Weather)
  • Livestock & Wildlife
  • Hunting & Recreation
  • Full-Time, Weekend, Seasonal

1-d-1 Agriculture Use Tax Exemption

THE HUB...

The ranch offers a truly central location with convenient access to San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and Corpus Christi—each within an easy two-hour drive.

The property offers excellent access with just over 1,700± feet of paved Farm-to-Market Road 2543 frontage, along with a secondary entrance off County Road 418.

Having two points of access adds a lot of flexibility, whether you want to keep the ranch intact, create a legacy family ranch or explore the option of dividing it into several highly desirable parcels for investment.

Some interior clearing along with an established network of trails provides easy and convenient access throughout the ranch making it simple to get around to all areas of the property.

Classic South Central Texas ranching country with gently rolling to mostly flat ground that’s easy to work and well-suited for cattle and agriculture. The land is a mix of open pastures, scattered trees and brush, supported by fertile soils ideal for grazing and improved pastures. Oak mottes, hardwoods and water features are spread across the property offering shade for livestock, solid wildlife habitat and visual appeal. Brushy pockets and tree lines follow fence lines and seasonal drainages creating natural cover without taking away from usable ground. Wide-open views and productive acreage make this a well balanced ranch that works for day-to-day operations, recreation and long-term land ownership.

Water is a standout feature of this ranch. It offers a strong combination of creek frontage and multiple stock ponds that support livestock, wildlife and the overall beauty of the land.

ONE SIDE OF CLARKS CREEK. Clarks Creek forms the entire northeast boundary of the property, with nearly one mile of frontage. It is a wet-weather creek providing a natural boundary line and adds character to the landscape, coming to life during heavy seasonal rains.

BOTH SIDES OF KELLEY CREEK. Kelley Creek is another wet-weather creek that comes to life during good rains and plays and important role in how it contributes to ranching operations. It helps hold water across the property, directs runoff, recharges the land and supports the stock ponds. Kelley Creek runs through the ranch with nearly a mile of frontage on both sides and is fed by multiple tributaries that also collect runoff during the rainy seasons. Water sources on the ranch are strong, functional and beneficial to livestock, wildlife and land management. It also supports the denser vegetations patches along the creek beds compared to the surrounding pastureland making it a desirable hide-out habitat for wildlife and a shady hang-out for livestock. In dry stretches, the creek bed is typically dry or limited to small pools, but when it’s wet, it earns its keep.

FIVE STOCK PONDS. Five stock ponds are strategically located across the property and are well-suited for livestock, wildlife, and visual aesthetics. The ponds offer dependable surface water and add to the scenic charm of the ranch, making it both practical and picturesque.

The ranch is well known for healthy populations of whitetail deer, feral hogs, dove, and seasonal quail, with turkey frequently seen along creek bottoms and native brush. During the wetter seasons, the stock tanks and creeks also help attract occasional migrating waterfowl, adding another layer of recreational appeal. The mix of open pasture, woodland, and water sources creates ideal habitat and steady game activity throughout the year. Whether you enjoy early morning deer hunts, an afternoon dove shoot, or simply watching wildlife, the ranch delivers a true South Central Texas experience that value ranching operations, recreation and long-term enjoyment.

Classic vegetation to the area that offers beauty and functionality to the ranch. Eye-catching live oaks and native pecans provide excellent shade and natural gathering spots for cattle and wildlife. Mesquite and huisache add to the mix of native brush, creating ideal cover and browse for deer, turkey and other game. McCartney rose weaves through portions of the ranch adding seasonal color and additional wildlife habitat. Altogether, the diversity of tree and brush coverage make this ranch equally well-suited for ranching operations and recreational hunting.

Electricity is already in place on the ranch, providing a solid foundation for future
improvements. Whether you envision a custom ranch home, weekend cabin,
hunting lodge or expanded ranch operations, having dependable power allows
you to move forward with confidence and convenience making the transition
from vision to reality seamless.

The perimeter of the property is fenced with farm and ranch field fencing providing a clear boundary.

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What to expect at Kelley Creek Ranch

A few details that make this ranch special

This nearly 500± acre ranch in Yoakum offers an opportunity to own a well rounded South Central Texas property with the freedom to shape it to your vision. Featuring a balanced mix of open pasture and dense native cover, the ranch is well-suited for agriculture, cattle operations or recreational hunting. Natural water is sourced by two seasonal creeks and five stock ponds, while existing low farm and ranch fencing and available power add to everyday practicality. Tucked away yet conveniently located within two hours of four major Texas cities, Kelley Creek Ranch delivers both privacy and accessibility. The ranch is an ideal canvas for a working ranch, weekend retreat, or long-term land investment.

What makes this ranch stand out

LIVE WATER

LAND

VEGETATION

WILDLIFE

LIVE WATER
➼ Both sides Kelley Creek ➼ One side Clarks Creek ➼ Five Stock Ponds
LAND
➼ Ranch Country ➼ Open Pastures ➼ Heavily Wooded Acreage ➼ Fertile Soils ➼ Hardwoods ➼ Water Features ➼ Productive Ground ➼ Natural Cover
VEGETATION
➼ Hardwoods, Brush and Vegetation ➼ Live Oak ➼ Pecan ➼ Mesquite ➼ Huisache ➼ McCartney Rose ➼ Maidenhair Vine and more
WILDLIFE
➼ Whitetail Deer ➼ Feral Hogs ➼ Dove ➼ Seasonal Quail ➼ Turkey ➼ Occasional Migrating Waterfowl

THINGS YOU'LL LOVE

IMAGINE YOUR LIFESTYLE AT KELLEY CREEK RANCHBOWNDS EST. 1885AREA SPANNING 480.68± ACRES
WELL ROUNDED SOUTH CENTRAL TEXAS RANCHTWO CREEKS AND FIVE STOCK PONDSCATTLE OPERATIONS. RECREATIONAL HUNTING.SHAPE THE RANCH TO YOUR OWN VISIONGREAT LOCATION. GREAT ACCESS.