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Description:
The Steel Creek Hunting Preserve is perfectly positioned in one of Robertson County’s most breathtaking landscapes, offering an exceptional blend of recreation and world-class hunting. Spanning approximately 402 +/- acres of pristine creek bottoms, this property is an ideal weekend retreat, boasting abundant wildlife, scenic views, and limitless outdoor adventures. The property presents a rare opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts and conservationists. Conveniently located near several major cities, Steel Creek is the perfect escape for those seeking both adventure and tranquility.
Location:
The property is located just northwest of Marquez, off of Highway 7. It has exceptional access to major cities like College Station, Waco, Houston and Dallas. College Station is just under an hour drive while Waco is just over an hour. Houston and Dallas are both two hours away.
Land:
The ranch boasts a diverse range of mixed-use habitats within the Post Oaks Savannah Ecoregion, featuring a harmonious blend of bottomland post oaks, water oaks, willow oaks, and cedar elm. Spanning 402 acres (+/-), the property includes 315 acres within the Steel Creek Mitigation Bank, while the remaining 87.05 acres are designated as developable uplands. Located in the fertile Navasota River Bottom, the land benefits from fertile soils, primarily composed of Sandy loam, Zilaboy clay, and Silistid loamy fine sand.
Water:
The main feature of the property, Steel Creek, is a year-round flowing water source, with numerous stunning waterfalls running along its course. In addition to Steel Creek, three seasonal creeks traverse the land, ensuring a steady flow of water year-round as they feed into the main line. A small portion of Bear Creek runs through the southernmost boundary of the property. The hunting preserve also includes an exceptional two-acre duck impoundment and twenty acres of native wetlands, full of water hickory, smartweed, and swamp privet; creating an ideal habitat for waterfowl. These water features allow for a diverse ecosystem, benefiting native deer and providing crucial wintering grounds for waterfowl.
Wildlife:
The Steel Creek Hunting Preserve stands out as one of Texas' most productive and diverse wildlife habitats, offering an exceptional environment for both game and conservation. Situated along the Navasota River Basin and Steel Creek, the property serves as a natural corridor within the Central Flyway, a crucial migration route for waterfowl during the winter months. A key feature of the preserve is a custom-designed two-acre duck impoundment, meticulously developed to attract and sustain large numbers of waterfowl. Each winter, hundreds of mallards flock to this managed habitat, taking advantage of its carefully maintained water levels and food sources.
In addition to its remarkable waterfowl population, Steel Creek Hunting Preserve is home to a thriving community of whitetail deer. With 320 acres of lush bottomland habitat, the property provides ample cover and sustenance for deer to flourish. The dense vegetation, coupled with the rich diversity of plant life, ensures that deer have the food, shelter, and seclusion they need to thrive.
Minerals:
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