A historic Texas ranch once owned by an early Texas Ranger has been purchased by Bobby Patton, a part owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers and oil and gas investor. County records show that Patton acquired the Two Rivers Ranch in Bosque County, which was originally homesteaded in 1851 by Buck Barry, a notable figure who served as a Texas Ranger during the state’s period as an independent republic and later fought for the Confederacy during the Civil War.
The seller was Darren Blanton, a Republican donor recognized for his investments in technology platforms such as Rumble alongside Peter Thiel. While the final sale price was not disclosed, the property had been listed at $21 million when it sold last month. The ranch covers more than 910 acres divided among several parcels, making the listing equivalent to about $23,073 per acre.
Buck Barry lived on the land at the fork of the Bosque and East Bosque Rivers until his death in 1906 and is buried on site. Over its history, Two Rivers Ranch has hosted various figures including Chris Kyle—veteran and author of “American Sniper”—who participated in bronc riding events while attending Tarleton State University in nearby Stephenville, according to Don Bell, Icon Global’s listing agent.
The property is located approximately ten minutes from Glen Rose and within an hour to an hour-and-a-half drive from Dallas, Fort Worth, and Waco. It features nearly 9,000 square feet of living space distributed across multiple residences, including a main house with four bedrooms spanning 3,500 square feet. Other amenities include a manager’s house, stocked tanks for fishing or livestock use, fenced pastures suitable for grazing or equestrian activities, a shooting range, and what Bell described as a “full-service, world-class” roping arena. The ranch was initially marketed to members of the National Cutting Horse Association.
Patton’s interests extend beyond oil and sports ownership; he is also known for his involvement with Texas Parks and Wildlife and as a University of Texas donor. He owns Metallic Cat—a horse made famous through its appearance on “Yellowstone”—which he reportedly bought for $14 million after winning auction rights at a charity event.
Don Bell joined Icon Global after facilitating another major transaction: selling Four Sixes Ranch to Taylor Sheridan, creator of “Yellowstone.”
“Barry’s memoirs testify to excellent hunting on the property,” said Bell.
Bell further highlighted other features: “full-service, world-class” roping arena.
