Purgatory Bend Ranch North

Situated in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, just south of San Marcos, Purgatory Bend Ranch North offers 1,128± acres of unmatched natural beauty and conservation-focused land ownership. This private, sustainably managed property is a rare opportunity to own a legacy ranch with diverse landscapes, panoramic views, and excellent accessibility to Austin, San Antonio and Houston.

LOCATION

Approximately 6 miles from San Marcos, the property is accessed from Quail Run Drive.

37 miles to Downtown Austin

49 miles to Downtown San Antonio

~2.5 hours from Houston

TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT

The ranch features dramatic topography with over 250 feet of elevation change, soaring to over 1,000 feet above sea level. Towering live oaks, lush native grasslands, seasonal canyons, and hardwood-lined ridges create a vibrant habitat for both wildlife and people. Purgatory Creek winds through the northern portion of the property, enhancing its scenic and ecological value.

Purgatory Bend Ranch North boasts outstanding “pasture appeal,” thanks to an array of mature live oaks (many adorned with Spanish moss), cedar elms, native grasses, and the dramatic bluffs of Purgatory Creek. The terrain is highly varied, offering open uplands, wooded draws, and deep canyons.

This diversity supports rich wildlife habitat and stunning view corridors throughout the property.

WILDLIFE

The ranch has been actively managed for native wildlife, including white-tailed deer, turkey, dove, and other species. The land also supports a limited population of feral hogs.

IMPROVEMENTS

2 windmills + 1 electric submersible wells, all with troughs or natural water catchments for wildlife.

Existing roads, fencing, water troughs, pens, and electrical service.

Storey-Robinson Dam on Purgatory Creek – a unique flood control and aquifer recharge structure built in 1981. The dam also serves as a scenic viewpoint and a functional internal access route.

ELECTRICITY

Electrical service is available at multiple locations across the ranch.

MINERALS

Seller’s owned mineral estate, if any, will convey with the sale at the asking price.

CONSERVATION EASEMENT

The ranch is protected under two conservation easements that allow reasonable use, including the right to subdivide.Two of four designated building envelopes remain available. Contact broker for detailed easement terms.

TAXES

A 1-D-1 wildlife management valuation is in place, currently overseen by Blair Wildlife Consulting.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

Just minutes from the vibrant towns of San Marcos and Wimberley, and within easy reach of Austin and San Antonio, this area offers an abundance of natural and cultural attractions:

– The San Marcos, Blanco, and Guadalupe Rivers

– Canyon Lake

– Dining, shopping, and museums in nearby Hill Country towns