Dense Mixed Timber - Premium Hunting Habitat

Shady Grove Ranch showcases the classic East Texas forest ecosystem with predominantly mature pine stands mixed with native hardwoods including oak, hickory, and other native species. This diverse forest composition creates great wildlife habitat, providing food sources, cover, and travel corridors that attract white-tailed deer, wild hogs, and small game. The varied canopy heights and understory vegetation offer ideal conditions for both bow and rifle hunting, with natural shooting lanes and concealment opportunities throughout the timber.

Private 2.5-3 Acre Lake - Stocked Fishing & Wildlife Magnet

The centerpiece of the property is a beautiful 2.5-3 acre private lake stocked with bass and bream that provides fishing opportunities year-round. This stocked lake serves as a critical water source for local wildlife populations, making it a natural magnet for deer, ducks, and other game species. The lake transforms the property into a complete outdoor recreation tract with both good fishing and enhanced hunting opportunities as wildlife concentrate around this reliable water source. The lake's shoreline creates additional edge habitat that wildlife prefer, increasing hunting success while offering peaceful fishing retreats steps from a future camp or cabin site.

Texas Hunting Fishing & Investment Property

For Hunters: Dense pine and hardwood forest provides ideal habitat for East Texas wildlife including white-tailed deer, wild hogs, ducks, and other game species. Internal trails offer strategic positioning for stands and blinds, while the private stocked lake serves as a natural wildlife magnet during all seasons.

For Recreational Buyers: Private lake fishing, peaceful forest walks, bird watching, and nature photography opportunities. Perfect for weekend retreats, family camping, or establishing your permanent rural homestead away from city pressures.

For Fishing Enthusiasts: 

The private 2.5-3 acre lake stocked with bass and bream provides exclusive fishing opportunities similar to the renowned fishing found in nearby Lake Palestine, Lake Tyler, and Lake Fork. No fishing licenses required, no crowds, no restrictions - just excellent fishing whenever desired.

For Investors: Merchantable timber on Cherokee County land with timber exemption potential, diverse income opportunities through hunting leases, timber management, or recreational rentals. Strategic location near Tyler and major East Texas recreation areas ensures strong appreciation potential.

For Families Seeking Rural Lifestyle: Excellent Carlisle ISD schools nearby with a 94.7% graduation rate, safe rural environment, and reasonable access to urban amenities when needed.

Perfect Size for Management and Enjoyment

At 20 acres, Shady Grove Ranch offers the right balance - large enough for serious hunting and recreation, yet perfectly manageable for one family to maintain and enjoy. The existing infrastructure and established timber eliminate years of development time while providing immediate outdoor enjoyment.

Ready to Start Your East Texas Adventure?

Shady Grove Ranch represents a great hunting and recreational property in one of Texas's desirable East Texas regions. With ready-to-hunt infrastructure, private lake, established hunting habitat, and prime East Texas location, this property delivers everything serious outdoor enthusiasts demand.

Immediate Benefits:

✓ Private xx-acre lake for exclusive fishing
✓ Dense mixed timber with excellent hunting habitat
✓ Established roads and trails throughout
✓ RV storage building ready for immediate use
✓ xx feet of FM 856 road frontage
✓ Strategic location near premier East Texas lakes
✓ Strong investment potential in growing region

List Price: $350,000

Don't let this great recreational property pass by. Quality hunting and fishing properties with private lakes in East Texas are highly sought after by outdoor enthusiasts throughout the region and around the country.