The Carpenter Ranch in Jacksboro, TX
Located just 10 minutes north of Jacksboro, Texas, and just over an hour from Fort Worth, the Carpenter Ranch is a historic 985-acre property offering unparalleled natural beauty and a remarkable legacy. Established in 1898, this ranch has been a cornerstone of Texas history and is now ready for its next steward to carry on its rich heritage.
Scenic & Diverse Landscape
The Carpenter Ranch is renowned for its breathtaking views and diverse terrain, offering some of the most scenic vistas in Texas. The property features rolling hills with a high point reaching 1,170 feet and a low point of 990 feet, providing stunning panoramic views. The landscape is adorned with mature oak, pecan, and other hardwood trees, offering abundant cover for wildlife, including deer, turkey, hogs, and coyotes.
Prime Wildlife Habitat & Hunting Opportunities
With 12 ponds (the largest being 2.5 acres), 7 active water wells, and North Creek, the Carpenter Ranch offers an exceptional environment for wildlife. The abundance of water makes it an ideal setting for waterfowl hunting and fishing, attracting migrating ducks and providing excellent fishing opportunities year-round.
Perfect for Livestock & Agriculture
For those looking to run cattle, the property is perfectly suited for rotational grazing. Cross-fenced into approximately six pastures with 6-7 wire fencing, the land is currently lightly grazed and in excellent condition, allowing the new owner to immediately start livestock operations. The ranch includes two high-quality sets of pens, each with water access, as well as a 3,600 sq. ft. hay barn and a 1,200 sq. ft. implement barn for storing feed and equipment. The 1,680 sq. ft. processing barn, complete with an office and loafing pens, provides ample space for livestock handling and deer processing.
Improvements & Access
The Carpenter Ranch comes with several modest improvements to support both everyday living and corporate or family retreats. The primary residence is a spacious 1,932 sq. ft., 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home located at 779 LaRue Drive in Jacksboro, TX. In addition, two additional modular homes are in good condition and ready for use.
Access to the property is exceptional, with an all-weather road providing easy travel from the entrance to the coastal fields on the south end. Several feeder roads are also in excellent condition, ensuring convenient access throughout the entire ranch.
Minerals
In a rare and valuable offering, the current owners are conveying 100% of the minerals they own, a highly sought-after feature in today’s market, especially in Jack County where mineral rights are increasingly hard to come by.
Ranches of this size, quality, and historical significance are few and far between, especially in Jack County. With escalating land prices and limited opportunities to own a property with such diverse amenities, the Carpenter Ranch presents an incredible chance to acquire a legacy property that combines recreational, agricultural, and investment potential. The ranch is not only a place to build memories but also a rare asset for future generations.
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