Status: Available for Sale

1,361+ Acres Twin Lakes Ranch
South Texas Ranch for Sale in Zapata County, Texas

  • Region: South Texas
  • County: Zapata
  • Location: San Ygnacio, Texas, 78067
  • Size: 1361 Acres ($1,976/acre)

Ranch Description

Now for sale is “Twin Lakes Ranch”, a 1362 +/- AC prized portion of the famed “La Perla” ranch designed by Dr. Gary Schwarz, who founded Tecomate Seed Companyand became famous for growing giant native whitetails, and has been recently regarded for his accomplishments in bass management. The two beautiful private lakes are stocked with adult La Perla bass out of Schwarzs renowned La Perla Lake, and with the owned pumping rights have the potential to be incredible private fishing reservoirs. Of all the ranches in the area, the Twin Lakes portion of La Perla has arguably the most diverse topography with high look-out points and captivating views. It has an undeniable romance to it. The native whitetail herd is outstanding and this property has been featured on numerous TV shows including “Buck Commander”, “The Bucks of Tecomate”, and has been hunted by the CEO of Leupold, NFL pro-bowlers etc.

Key Property Features

  • Hunting

Improvements on the Ranch

"Twin Lakes" of La Perla is fully game fenced, and has several miles of large water lines running throughout the ranch feeding multiple water points for wildlife and providing the opportunity to pump fresh water into the lakes and irrigate food plots.

Water Summary

Water is becoming an incredible asset in TX real estate, and will likely continue to become even more valuable, making the water-rights and volume capabilities that come with "Twin Lakes" extremely rare. Water can be pumped through a 10-inch line at an incredible 1500 GPM into the front lake, and can be pumped over 2 miles to the back lake through a large line. There is a significant pumping facility on the property that can boost water to the back of the ranch, as well as neighboring La Perla ranch as well. The property already has a water master agreement in place, and the water rights from the Rio Grande River that will be conveyed with the property total 9.7 acre feet of Class B water rights, which will allow up to 3 million gallons of fresh water per year to be utilized. Additionally, having water right ownership enables the owner to go on the market and buy as much additional water as they want. There are also 2 pressurized water supply meters for domestic use.

Vegetation and Terrain

The ranch has a great brush community, which produces high quality protein browse conducive to growing trophy deer.

Wildlife on the Property

"Twin Lakes" has maintained a MLD 3 status with extreme selection in harvesting and extensive game surveying of the property. Harvest data is available upon request. As mentioned, outstanding dove, waterfowl, quail, and private water fishing, as well as proximity to renowned Falcon Lake make this property an incredible wildlife resource.

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About Robert Dullnig

Premier Texas Ranch Broker

Born and raised on a South Texas ranch, Robert Dullnig is a third-generation rancher with deep roots in land stewardship. As the best ranch broker in Texas, he brings 20+ years of expertise in wildlife management, hunting operations, and ranch real estate to every deal. Robert has closed over 500 properties, earning accolades like Top 50 Global Real Estate Advisor. Contact us today for an exclusive tour of this property and discover why clients trust him for Texas ranch real estate.

About the South Texas Region in Texas

South Texas ranch country is defined by dense mesquite, thorny brush, and legendary whitetail genetics. Spanning Uvalde, Frio, and Medina Counties, these properties are home to trophy bucks, dove-filled skies, and year-round wildlife activity. Many feature senderos, high-fenced perimeters, and strong water sources — ideal for serious hunting operations or cattle ranches. With easy access from San Antonio and Corpus Christi, South Texas offers seclusion without isolation. Browse premier listings with Dullnig Ranches. Inquire now to secure your legacy in the heart of Texas brush country.

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