Higgins Ranch
The Higgins Ranch is a family-owned operation located in the heart of the Nebraska Sandhills. With roughly 13,000 acres, this multi-generational ranch is a treasure, featuring vast grasslands with shelterbelts scattered throughout, along with a couple small ponds and waterways. The ranch also has sections of low-lying meadows that turn into seasonal wetlands, attracting all forms of wildlife.
The Goose Creek also runs through the western portion of the property.
We are excited to be offering authentic ranching experiences, birding opportunities, and hunting adventures. For ranch experiences and birding, we are happy to provide one meal for each group. For hunting, our ranch is a great place for youth or novice hunters. At this point we are allowing white tail deer hunting but not Mule deer, as we are attempting to build our population.
Camping is permitted on the property, and we'd be happy to see if we can accommodate your RV; although, we aren't able to offer any hookups at this time. Local lodging options, as well as restaurants and grocery stores, can all be found in Valentine (44 miles) or Thedford (30 miles).
We look forward to your visit to the Higgins Ranch! Please inquire with any questions!
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Chris and PattyJo have deer on the property... while they aren't trophy whitetails or muley deer... it is a perfect property for hunters just beginning their outdoor journey. They are a super friendly family with lots to offer on their ranch.
Theo Stenka
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Property Access & Ground Rules
- Check In: After 5:00 AM
- Check Out: Before 8:00 PM
- Nearby Interstate: 20+ miles
- Nearby Highway: 0-10 miles
- Nearby Airport: 20+ miles
- Campfires: Not allowed
- Pets: Allowed on property
- ATV's: Allowed
- Parking: Yes
- Vehicles: 2 Allowed
- Drive-in Access: Yes
- Walk-in Access: Yes
- Guests: 3 Allowed
Landowner Rules: Please be aware and cautious when around the electric fence.
Cancellation Policy: Refunds are only available within 48 hours of the landowner accepting your booking request. View PolicyReviews (7)
5.0- RHRay H
My 15 year old had two doe whitetail tags for the late Jan 1/15 season, the terrain was exactly as it was advertised, my son an I seen deer every day, all 3 days he hunted, Chris was very helpful showing us around bright an early the first morning, he took time out to answer any questions we needed and left us to do our thing. My son had fun, we seen lots of coyotes an deer, just didn’t make that connection, would definitely be interested in a bird harvest, lots of pheasants lol!
Reviewed by Guest on January 2024PHPattyJo HRay and his son were great guests. They came out after a snowstorm so they had to work to get around our property.
Reviewed by Landowner on January 2024 - LPLee P
This hunt was everything we’d hoped for. We harvested our very first prairie chickens. The landowners were incredibly helpful and gracious. A wonderful experience. Thank you Chris and PattyJo!
Reviewed by Guest on September 2023PHPattyJo HLee was a wonderful guest. We would love to host again
Reviewed by Landowner on September 2023 - WCWilliam C
A wonderful property which has healthy populations of both sharptail grouse and praire chickens. The good poulation of praire chickens makes this property particularly unique. Praire chickens hold for pointing dogs much better than sharptail grouse. Thus, a prime property for praire grouse hunters with pointing dogs. Bagged my first praire chicken over a perfect point from my young French Brittany on this ranch. I will always cherish the memories and appreciate the hospitality of the Higgin's Ranch and family.
Reviewed by Guest on September 2023PHPattyJo HWe would gladly host Joe again. He was very respectful to our property and quite gracious
Reviewed by Landowner on September 2023 - JHJeff H
Chris & PJ were delightful hosts. Their property is a bird hunters delight but you'll need to put in the work. I'm looking forward to a late season hunt as well.
Reviewed by Guest on September 2023PHPattyJo HJeff was an absolute joy to host. He was friendly and respectful to our ranch as well as ourselves. Come back anytime
Reviewed by Landowner on September 2023 - CJCasey J
PJ, Chris and Casey were all incredibly welcoming. The hunt was exactly what me and my 11 year old son were looking for. Their ranch is beautiful and provided the perfect terrain for a spot and stalk whitetail hunt. My son was able to harvest his first deer and we captured memories that will last a lifetime! A big thank you to the Higgins Ranch for their hospitality and a great time. We look forward to coming back in future years.
Reviewed by Guest on November 2023PHPattyJo HWe really enjoyed Casey and Braedyn. Excited that Braedyn was able to harvest his first deer! Congratulations
Reviewed by Landowner on November 2023 - NPNancy P
Classic Sandhills. Rolling Sharp Tail Grouse hills above and Greater Prairie Grouse meadows below. The birds are here even in an extreme drought year. PattyJo, Chris, family and hands are dedicated to hunters success and comfort. The only downside is the washboard road coming into their ranch. We would hunt again at Higgins Ranch in the future—another good addition to LandTrust!
Reviewed by Guest on November 2022 - DWDennis W
A very different whitetail hunt!!! Was exactly as it was advertised, did not see any monster deer, but did see deer every time we went out. Landowners were very friendly, and even offered to cook us dinner!!! Despite being busy with their ranching duties, landowners would take the time to answer questions when needed, and left us to do our thing. Very interesting/challenging terrain to hunt. Will be back!!!
Reviewed by Guest on December 2022PHPattyJo HDennis and his son were wonderful to host! Enjoyed having them
Reviewed by Landowner on November 2022
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