Scenic 86-Acre Ranch in Lometa, TX
Located in the rolling hills of Lampasas County, this 86± acre Hill Country ranch features long-range views, gentle terrain, and a seasonal creek that adds natural character to the landscape. With 1,700 feet of frontage along FM 581, electricity on-site, and a community water line at the road, the property is well-suited for ranching, recreation, or future development. Once part of the historic Wagon Wheel Ranch, it offers open pastures, light tree cover, and abundant wildlife. Just 9 minutes from Lometa and 1.5 hours from Austin, this property combines heritage, accessibility, and lasting investment potential.
Offered at: $980,000
A Piece of Texas History
Set in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Lometa traces its roots back to the late 1800s, when the Gulf, Colorado & Santa Fe Railway extended west from Lampasas and established the small ranching town in 1885. The area quickly became known as a vital trade and shipping hub for livestock, wool, and cedar, surrounded by productive ranchland and rolling terrain. This parcel was once part of the historic Wagon Wheel Ranch — a notable operation recognized for its high-quality horse breeding and cattle program throughout much of the 20th century. The land reflects the authentic ranching heritage that defines this region, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of Hill Country history with investment potential.
A Stunning Natural Setting
Situated in the heart of Lampasas County, this 86-acre ranch offers a blend of usability, scenic beauty, and investment potential. The land is primarily flat with gentle rolling terrain, providing exceptional grazing opportunities for cattle or other livestock. A wet-weather creek meanders through the property, adding natural character and seasonal water features that enhance both ranching and recreational appeal. Electricity is on-site, and a community water line runs along FM 581—making this ranch well-suited for development, continued agricultural use, or long-term investment. Whether you’re looking to expand your cattle operation, establish a private ranch getaway, or secure a quality land asset in a growing region of Central Texas, this Lometa property checks the box.
Wildlife Escape
These 86 acres offers native Texas wildlife, with open pasture, native grasses and light tree cover along the wet weather creek. Whitetail deer, dove and occasional hogs roam the property. The rolling terrain provides multiple vantage points for blinds or future food plots, while the balance of cover and grazing area support a healthy wildlife population year-round. The property is under Ag Exemption and acts as a great cattle property.
Features:
Size: 86± acres in Lampasas County, Texas
Water Features: Wet weather creek
Topography: Rolling elevations with panoramic Hill Country views
Vegetation: Native grasses and open pasture
Access: Frontage on Highway 581 and County Rd access
Improvements: Livestock pens and feeding troughs
Structures: No structures
Wildlife: Whitetail deer, dove, turkey, and wild hogs
Tax Status: Agriculture Exemption in place for low property taxes
Location:
- 9 min to Lometa
- 26 min to Lampasas
- 1 hr 30 min to Austin
- 1 hr 34 min to Waco
- 2 hr 43 min to Dallas
Price: $980,000
The information is deemed reliable but is not warranted by Broker or Seller, express or implied, and is subject to change, prior sale, errors and/or omissions and withdrawal from market. Buyers and their agents must verify the accuracy of representations on their own, review Gillespie County laws and regulations, and draw their own conclusions regarding the usefulness and value of the property for a given purpose. SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, DO NOT TRESPASS. Listing Agent or Associate to accompany all showings.
Buyers brokers must be identified on first contact and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of Helbing Land and Ranch, Tyler Helbing, Agent.
Offered at: $1,462,000
Contact Tyler Helbing at 214-693-9436 or [email protected]