nestled in the heart of the piney woods of east texas, red land ranch is an exceptional recreational retreat offering privacy, scale, and natural beauty. held by the same family for decades, this rare property presents a unique opportunity to own a large, contiguous landholding just minutes from lufkin, texas.
the ranch features gently rolling terrain, scenic long-range views, and abundant surface water that supports outstanding wildlife habitat and year-round recreational use. ideal for hunting, fishing, trail riding, and outdoor recreation, red land ranch delivers a complete east texas experience—combining seclusion and convenience in a setting well-suited for both personal enjoyment and long-term legacy ownership.
location:
the ranch is conveniently located just 10 minutes north of lufkin, tx, 2 hours from houston, and just under 3 hours from the dfw metroplex and has frontage and accessed off of farm to market 843.
land:
the rolling terrain and dense forests are iconic of the east texas piney woods. featuring an excellent balance of heavily wooded areas and open pastureland, the ranch is well suited for both the recreational enthusiast and the cattle operator.
elevation across the property ranges from approximately 280± feet above sea level at its highest point to roughly 220± feet above sea level at its lowest, creating natural movement and diversity across the landscape.
the ranch’s soils—comprised primarily of woodtell fine sandy loam, iulus sandy loam, and kirvin sandy loam—provide an ideal foundation for native grasses, hardwoods, and understory vegetation. these productive soils support strong forage growth and excellent cover, creating prime habitat for whitetail deer, hogs, small game, and a wide variety of native bird species. the blend of soil types and terrain promotes healthy wildlife populations while also allowing for habitat enhancement through food plots, improved grazing management, and long-term conservation practices.
water:
the ranch features a total of six stock tanks of varying sizes, providing dependable water sources for both livestock and wildlife. the centerpiece water feature is a 7.5±-acre lake, well stocked with fish and offering exceptional wetland habitat for waterfowl.
in addition, multiple wet-weather creeks traverse the property, enhancing the ranch’s scenic topography and natural drainage. all improvements on the ranch are serviced by water wells.
improvements:
the ranch offers a thoughtful set of improvements well suited to the property’s layout and intended use. the entire property is high-fenced, with portions cross-fenced for efficient livestock and land management. centrally located working pens and storage barns provide convenient functionality for ranch operations.
the main residence encompasses just over 5,000 square feet of living space and features five bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms. designed for both comfort and entertaining, the home includes expansive open living areas and generous porches ideal for hosting family and friends. adjacent to the main residence is a 2,600 sf fully enclosed shop space with an insulated office as well. this building is well suited for equipment storage as well as a great area for staging a multitude of various projects.
recreation/hunting:
redland ranch is a true recreational paradise, offering outstanding habitat for a wide variety of game species supported by abundant dense cover and diverse terrain. the property is well suited for hunting, wildlife management, and habitat enhancement, providing an exceptional setting for both seasoned sportsmen and recreational hunters alike.
in addition to its hunting appeal, the ranch offers endless opportunities for family recreation, including the ability to create and enjoy trail systems for atv riding, horseback riding, hik
