The Hawes Ranch in Liberty Hill, Texas
Set high above the rolling terrain of Central Texas, Hawes Ranch represents one of the last true legacy ranch opportunities in the rapidly expanding Austin metropolitan corridor. Encompassing approximately 615 pristine acres along the Lower San Gabriel River and the shores of Lake Georgetown, this extraordinary property is being offered for sale for the first time in its history.
Hawes Ranch commands some of the most breathtaking and protected panoramic views in the region. Elevated hilltops overlook the winding San Gabriel River, the open waters of Lake Georgetown, and miles of untouched Texas landscape. Unlike many Hill Country properties where future development can compromise viewsheds, the northern boundaries of the ranch remain permanently protected by surrounding land owned and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, creating a rare sense of privacy, permanence, and natural preservation that is nearly impossible to replicate in today’s market.
Located in Liberty Hill, one of the most sought-after growth corridors in Central Texas, Hawes Ranch offers an unmatched combination of seclusion and accessibility. Just a short drive from Georgetown, Cedar Park, and North Austin’s booming technology and business districts, the property sits directly in the path of continued expansion fueled by population growth, corporate investment, and infrastructure development throughout the region.
As developable land near Austin becomes increasingly scarce, large-scale ranches with significant water features, dramatic elevation, and protected surroundings have become exceptionally valuable. Hawes Ranch presents a rare opportunity to acquire a property with both immediate and long-term strategic potential.
The ranch’s scale and topography create a compelling canvas for a variety of future uses. With extensive frontage along the Lower San Gabriel River and Lake Georgetown, dramatic hilltop elevations, and numerous premier homesites with unobstructed views, the property is uniquely suited for luxury estate development, a private family compound, conservation-minded development, resort hospitality concepts, or an exclusive master-planned community designed around the natural terrain and water features.
What truly separates Hawes Ranch from other large land offerings is the permanence of its surrounding viewsheds. The protected Army Corps of Engineers land bordering the ranch ensures that the northern-facing views overlooking the river valley and Lake Georgetown will remain preserved for generations, safeguarding the natural beauty and exclusivity of the property in a way that is increasingly rare throughout the Texas Hill Country.
Beyond its development and investment potential, Hawes Ranch embodies the timeless character of Central Texas. Native trees, rolling hills, scenic ridgelines, and river corridors create an environment rich in wildlife, recreation, and natural beauty. Opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and outdoor living exist throughout the property and surrounding Lake Georgetown area.
In a market defined by rapid growth and diminishing inventory of premier land assets, Hawes Ranch stands apart as a truly irreplaceable offering. Combining scale, water access, protected views, proximity to Austin, and generational legacy appeal, this is more than a ranch — it is one of the most significant land opportunities remaining in Central Texas.
