Recreational & Residential Land for Sale in Del Rio, Texas

https://www.land.com/property/74.19-acres-in-val-verde-county-texas/27092424/ Located on the northern side of Val Verde County near Loma Alta, Texas this parcel is 8 miles off Highway 277 down a Dolan Creek Road, a maintained easement leading to loads of privacy and solitude. The property is off the main road and behind a locked gate. Originally known as the Dolan Creek Ranch, the subdivision is vast and known for incredible views and big game. The terrain offers the best of both worlds with dramatic drops in elevation to a picturesque pasture area alongside a fascinating dry creek beds that wind through the hollows. While 4x4s are not required, the ranch is an ideal place to ditch the daily vehicle and hop on an ATV for some fresh air and fun. The easement road meanders you around the property & wildlife filled valley below leading you to game trails galore. The vegetation is lush and the views are captivating. Arroyos and hillsides are filled with Pinon Pine, juniper, oak, persimmon, mesquite, prickly pear, Texas Sotol and a variety of grasses. The mixed brush serves as an excellent source of protein for the wildlife and provides shelter as well. Supplement fed with corn and protein, and sightings of thriving game year around. Native fauna include whitetailed deer, axis, elk, blackbuck, fallow, aoudad, and Rio Grande turkey making it a prime hunting location. There is also a healthy population of Dove along with an assortment of wild birds and predators such as fox, coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions, wild hogs the occasional black bear. Enjoy a challenging kayak trip down the Devils River and explore the Devils River State Natural area only a few miles down the road. Devils River State Natural Area is a remote, rugged park centered around one of the cleanest, most pristine rivers in the state. It’s known for crystal-clear water, great fishing, primitive camping, offers over 25 miles of hiking tails and incredible stargazing to boot.