OX Ranch

What OX Ranch does

OX Ranch is a privately held, single-owner luxury hunting ranch and experiential resort occupying 18,000 contiguous acres in the Texas Hill Country near Uvalde, Texas. The property offers free-range trophy hunting across 60+ native and exotic species (including whitetail deer, elk, axis, aoudad, buffalo, red sheep, blackbuck, giraffes, zebras, kudu, bongo, and scimitar-horned oryx), supported by an in-house genetics program (Ox Ranch Genetics) on 645 acres along the Frio River. Beyond hunting, OX Ranch monetizes its fixed-cost land base through a portfolio of on-site activities (Drivetanks.com WWII tank driving and shooting, machine gun and .50 cal shooting, skeet, 4x4 off-roading, cave exploring, kayaking, photo safaris, yoga, stargazing) and luxury lodging (a 6,000 sq ft lodge with 250-guest capacity, 10 antique cabins, and a Summit Cabin), plus private-event hosting for outdoor weddings, corporate retreats, birthday/bachelor parties, family reunions, and film/TV productions.

The business operates on a direct-to-consumer, all-inclusive pricing model with per-package/per-guest fees (e.g., birthday packages at $1,500/guest with a 6-person minimum, additional nights at $750/night, yoga at $125/hour, skeet at $1/clay). Distribution is primarily direct via the ranch website (oxhuntingranch.com), phone, and email, with channel support from hunting outfitter partnerships (e.g., Sunrize Safaris) and celebrity-endorsed events such as the Ted Nugent Birthday Hunt Bash. The property features a private 5,744 ft instrument-marked runway (Airport ID 10X) enabling direct private-jet access for affluent guests.

According to disclosed figures, OX Ranch generates $200,000–$400,000 in monthly sales (approximately $2.4M–$4.8M annualized) while reporting $2M+/year in operating losses driven by wildlife feed and care costs exceeding $1M/year, and 2017 losses of $10M+ when including one-time capital expenditures on fencing, feeders, cabins, Jeeps, and new species herds. The company is entirely owned by founder Brent Oxley, who acquired the renamed property in 2012 using proceeds from his prior exit of Hostgator.com, with no institutional investors, parent company, or external funding rounds. Stated growth in hunting operations is approximately 40% annually, with a management goal of reaching break-even within two years.

Name

OX Ranch

Legal name

Ox Ranch

Website

https://oxhuntingranch.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

OX Ranch is a privately held, 18,000-acre luxury hunting ranch and experiential resort in Texas Hill Country offering trophy hunting across 60+ species, on-site WWII tank driving, luxury lodging, and private events for affluent hunters, families, corporate groups, and wedding clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Hunting Resort and Outdoor Hospitality

NAICS

Cattle Ranching and Farming (1121)

SIC

Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200)

akta.pro primary industry

Deer & Elk Farming (Venison) (AFAEAIAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Beef Cattle Grazing & Pasture-Based Operations (AFAEABAG)

Keywords

• Luxury hunting ranch
• Trophy hunting packages
• Exotic wildlife hunting
• Destination resort hunting
• Outdoor event venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Uvalde

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Infrastructure, Others, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hunting Packages: All-inclusive hunting packages offering trophy hunting for 60+ species of native and exotic wildlife on 18,000 acres. Packages include lodging, gourmet meals, activities, and guided hunts with 100% opportunity guarantee.
2. Private Events: Premium event hosting including outdoor weddings, corporate retreats, bachelor parties, birthday parties, family reunions, and film/movie productions. Pricing starts at $1,500 per guest for birthday packages with 3 days/2 nights.
3. Luxury Lodging: Accommodations in antique cabins, a 6,000 sq ft lodge, and a 12,000 sq ft pavilion. Additional nights priced at $750 per night.
4. Tank Driving & Shooting Experiences: DriveTanks.com experiences allowing civilians to drive and shoot WWII tanks, machine guns, and artillery. Operated as a separate entity but hosted on the ranch property.
5. Activities & Add-ons: A la carte activities including yoga ($125/hour), machine gun shooting, skeet shooting ($1/clay), 4x4 off-roading, photo safaris, kayaking, and bass fishing.
6. Fishing: Bass fishing included free with packages. The ranch has invested $100,000+ in enhancing 50+ acres of spring-fed lakes with largemouth bass, hybrid striped bass, catfish, and rainbow trout.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

OX Ranch operates an 18,000-acre luxury hunting ranch and resort in Texas Hill Country offering all-inclusive trophy hunting packages for 60+ native and exotic species, on-site luxury lodging, guided activities (tank driving, machine gun shooting, fishing, cave exploring), and private event hosting (weddings, corporate retreats, birthday parties, film productions). The ranch combines wildlife conservation with hospitality services including a 6,000 sq ft lodge, antique cabins, and a private runway for direct aircraft access.

Product overview

OX Ranch is a luxury hunting ranch and resort spanning 18,000 acres in Texas Hill Country near Uvalde, TX, offering an integrated portfolio of hunting experiences (Whitetail Deer, Elk, Axis, Aoudad, Buffalo, Blackbuck, and 60+ exotic species), unique activities (Tank Driving via Drivetanks.com, Machine Gun Shooting, Skeet Shooting, .50 Cal Shooting), outdoor adventures (4×4 Off Roading, Kayaking, Cave Exploring, Arrowhead Hunting, Bird Watching, Photo Safari, Stargazing), wellness activities (Yoga, Swimming), and premium lodging (Ox Lodge, Antique Cabins, Summit Cabin, Pavilion). The ranch also hosts Private Events including Outdoor Weddings, Birthday Parties, Family Reunions, Corporate Outings, and Movies/Film productions. Supporting services include Ox Ranch Genetics breeding program, Game Processing via Primos Processing, Giant Hunting Blind with thermal scope technology, and 30+ Live Game Cameras. An on-site private airport (10X) enables direct guest access. The operation is themed around wildlife conservation while providing resort-caliber hospitality.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Native and Exotic Hunting Packages

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% hunting opportunity guarantee
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Sunrize SafariscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 December 2016Hunting outfitter that books Ted Nugent Birthday Hunt Bash events and general referrals to OX Ranch. Contact: 517.750.9060 (Paul and Toby).

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Comanche Ranch: A Texas Hill Country hunting ranch offering native and exotic species hunts on a large acreage. Directly comparable to OX Ranch in species mix, geography, and target customer segment of affluent trophy hunters.
• Cibolo Creek Ranch: A historic luxury ranch resort in the Texas Big Bend region offering upscale lodging, dining, and outdoor experiences. Comparable to OX Ranch in combining luxury resort hospitality with ranch and outdoor activities for an affluent clientele.
• 3LW Ranch: A Texas hunting ranch specializing in trophy exotics and native species on a large acreage. Directly comparable to OX Ranch in offering a wide range of exotic species hunts with lodging and guide services.
• Blackbeard's Ranch: A Florida luxury hunting and sporting ranch offering quail, dove, hog, and other hunts with luxury accommodations. Comparable to OX Ranch in combining high-end hunting experiences with resort-style lodging for affluent clients.
• 777 Ranch: A Texas Hill Country hunting ranch specializing in whitetail deer and exotics. Directly relevant because OX Ranch's breeding manager Jason Molitor spent over a decade there as General Ranch Manager, indicating operational comparability in genetics and species management.
• Brushy Creek Ranch: A Texas hunting ranch offering trophy whitetail and exotic species hunts. Directly comparable to OX Ranch in species offering, geographic market, and customer segment.

Broad incumbents

• The Ranch at Rock Creek: A luxury guest ranch in Montana offering all-inclusive stays with horseback riding, fly fishing, shooting, and ranch activities. Comparable as a high-end ranch resort experience for affluent travelers, though focused on dude ranch activities rather than trophy hunting.
• C Lazy U Ranch: A premier luxury guest ranch in Colorado offering all-inclusive dude ranch experiences with horseback riding, spa, and fine dining. Comparable in luxury resort positioning and affluent clientele, though focused on traditional dude ranch activities rather than hunting.
• King Ranch: A historic massive Texas ranch with diversified operations including cattle, wildlife, hunting, and hospitality. Comparable as a large-scale Texas ranch with hunting and lodging offerings, though at materially larger scale and with broader commercial operations.

Regional players

• Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa: A Texas luxury resort in the Big Bend region offering golf, spa, and outdoor adventure activities. Comparable as an upscale Texas destination resort experience for affluent travelers, though focused on golf rather than hunting.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/OxRanch
• Xx.com/OxRanch

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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