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Welcome to the Wendeful Life Ranch!

Located in Llano, Texas in the Texas Hill Country Region, our ranch is one of the premier low fenced, free ranch hunting ranches, complete with camping and RV areas, incredible scenery, and a variety of wild game to hunt.

The ranch sits on 489 acres, surrounded by 6 neighboring ranches, with about 4k acres low fence that back up to this ranch. We run hunts year-round and full-time, both weekdays and weekends. Our ranch is family owned and operated as well.

Experience a unique hunting opportunity with a friendly staff, and some down home friendly country hospitality, that you are sure to enjoy and feel comfortable with your entire hunt with us. Offering hunting opportunities for numerous wildlife species, our hunters have a great time while they are here and return time and time again. Whether you are hog hunting or going after a large trophy native or animal, we strive to provide each hunter the best experiences possible while hunting with us. Please feel free to call or e-mail us with any questions and we thank you for considering us for your next hunting adventure.

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Ask about adding a bag of Vineyard Max to your hunt! 4lb bags are $14 each and available from our ranch directly as a brand partner or your can order 3-bag or 5-bag cases at their website: www.vineyardmax.net today.
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So Much To Offer in Outdoor Adventures!

Camping & Lodging

  • Primitive Camping

  • Boondocking

  • RV, 5th Wheel, Camper & Pop-Up Friendly

  • Glamping Sites (Coming Soon)

Seasonal Natural Harvests

  • Agarita Berries (April–May)

  • Mustang Grapes (June–July)

  • Pecans (October–November)

  • Napolitos

  • Bluebonnet Seeds (March)

Natural Resources & Sales

  • Granite Sand for Aquariums, Rock Gardens, Arenas, Road Base, and Rock Haus

  • Sand for Tumblers & Grit Collection

  • Firewood Sales: Pecan, Mesquite & Oak (Cord, Half Cord, or Bundles)

  • Plant Sample Collection

Safety & Sportsman Activities

  • Creekside Shooting Range

  • Bow & Crossbow Welcome

  • Sidearms Permitted for Protection

  • Range Use for Sight-In

Events & Experiences

  • Weddings

  • Private Events & Gatherings

  • Home School Field Trips

  • Special Seasonal Celebrations

Recreational Activities

  • ATV, Side-by-Side & Quad Access

  • Fishing in a Natural Spring Pond

  • Horseback Riding

  • Kite Flying

  • Petting Zoo

  • Mini Cattle (Mini Moos!)

  • Photography Hotspots – Wildflowers, Wildlife, and Scenic Views

  • Star Gazing & Meteor Shower Viewing

  • Guided Tours for Youth Groups, Homeschoolers & Families

  • Eclipse & Astronomy Events

Rockhounding & Archaeology

  • Rock Hounding & Surface Hunting

  • Arrowhead & Artifact Discoveries

  • Topaz, Quartz (Multiple Colors), Crystals, Llanite & Petrified Wood

  • Pedernales Chert Nodules

  • Seven Excavated Midden Sites

  • Personal Screen Digs & Hand Digs

  • Large Screen Digs with Daily Rates

  • “If You Find It, You Keep It” Policy

Our Values

At Wendelful Life Ranch, we believe in creating a safe, inclusive, and family-friendly environment where everyone—of all ages and backgrounds—can connect with nature, explore freely, and learn through hands-on experiences. Guided by our family motto, “If you need anything, the land will provide,” we aim to offer affordable adventures that inspire wonder, spark curiosity, and leave lasting memories. Whether you’re digging for treasures, watching wildflowers bloom, or simply enjoying the peace of the Hill Country, we want every guest to feel welcome, free, and connected to the land.

We Are Listed on Hip Camp & The Dyrt.

Upcoming Events
Cinco De Mayo
Join us for a festive day filled with music, food, and cultural fun! Enjoy traditional games, delicious Mexican-inspired dishes, and a ranch-style fiesta under the open sky.
Earth Day
Celebrate nature with hands-on activities like planting wildflowers, learning about native plants, collecting natural treasures, and participating in eco-friendly crafts and clean-up efforts.
Memorial Day
Honor our heroes with a family-friendly weekend of outdoor fun. Activities include creekside picnics, guided history tours, flag displays, and time for quiet reflection and remembrance.
July 4th
Experience an old-fashioned Independence Day with games, water activities, patriotic decorations, and an evening of stargazing in the wide Texas sky. Fireworks-free for a peaceful, pet-safe celebration.
Pleiaides Meteor Showers
Bring your blankets and binoculars for a magical night under the stars. We’ll guide you to the best stargazing spots on the ranch to watch the Pleiades meteor shower light up the sky.

We Are Also Open As A Venue For Musicians & Outdoor Concerts

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