597 Acres of Trophy Whitetail Hunting, Live Water, and Ranching Opportunity | Barber County, Kansas
The legendary Plum Thicket Ranch is now available - an extraordinary 597 acre hunting and cattle ranch located in the heart of Barber County, Kansas. Known for decades as one of the area's premier whitetail properties, Plum Thicket Ranch has built a longstanding reputation for producing world-class Kansas bucks and delivering exceptional hunting opportunities year after year.
This ranch offers the perfect blend of premium wildlife habitat, natural water sources, and functional cattle infrastructure. Endless acres of dense plum thickets, deep hardwood-lined draws, native grass pasture, and natural travel corridors create ideal bedding, cover, and security for mature whitetail deer. The property also supports a strong population of Rio Grande turkeys, making it an outstanding multi-species recreational ranch.
A live creek winds through the west side of the property, additionally a spring-fed pond is located in the northeast corner, and numerous natural springs are scattered throughout the ranch, providing reliable year-round water for both wildlife and livestock. The ranch is cross-fenced into three separate pastures, allowing for efficient cattle grazing and rotational management. A working windmill located near the center of the property adds both functionality and classic Kansas ranch character.
What truly separates Plum Thicket Ranch from many other hunting properties is its location among large, contiguous neighboring ranches. The surrounding landscape consists primarily of sizable, low-pressure properties, creating the type of environment necessary to consistently grow and hold mature, world-class whitetail deer. Whether you are searching for a legacy hunting property, a productive working ranch, or a premier land investment in one of Kansas' most respected hunting regions, Plum Thicket Ranch represents a rare opportunity to own a truly iconic piece of Barber County land.
Property details
Acreage: 597 acres
County and State: Barber County, Kansas
Location: Kansas Unit 16
Short location note: Situated in the center of larger ranches for strategic wildlife management
Major improvements: Established roads, spring-fed pond, creek, functioning windmill, and great fences
Cross-fenced into three separate pastures
Live creek and numerous natural springs
Blacktop access along the entire west boundary
Key features
597 acres located in South Central Kansas
Unit 16 Barber County, KS
Large acreage with even larger potential
Live water including winding creek and spring-fed pond
Strong population of Rio Grande turkey
History of trophy whitetail deer
Numerous prime locations for big food plots
Thick native grass habitat
Rolling hills and draws providing excellent cover
Blacktop access along the entire west boundary
Dense plum thickets and hardwood-lined draws
Cross-fenced into three grazing pastures
Working windmill
Numerous natural springs throughout the ranch
Premier hunting and cattle ranch
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