Land Clearing Services in Gillespie County, TX
Ranch and Hill Country acreage around Fredericksburg, Stonewall, Harper, and Doss needs a clearing plan that fits the ground. An owner walks every property before we quote it. Free estimates, Monday through Saturday, 8am–5pm.
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Gillespie County, TX Land Clearing & Forestry Mulching Services
Gillespie County sits in the Texas Hill Country on the Edwards Plateau. Shallow, clayey soils cover much of the limestone hill country, while deeper ground follows the Pedernales River and major creeks. Around Fredericksburg, Stonewall, Harper, and Doss, ranches, pasture, live oak, shin oak, and cedar all create different clearing decisions.
Crosscut reaches Gillespie County from Bertram through the Hill Country. Owners Jordan LaVine and Christian Carter walk every property before we quote it.
Our Land Clearing Services in Gillespie County, TX
Every service Crosscut offers across Central Texas is available on Gillespie County properties, from full land clearing and forestry mulching to roads, ponds, pasture restoration, and selective clearing. The machines that show up depend on your ground, access, and goals, and that gets decided on the owner site visit.
Land Clearing in Gillespie County, TX
Full land clearing turns overgrown Gillespie County ground into usable land — from acreage near Fredericksburg and Stonewall to ranch property around Harper and Doss. We remove brush, invasive growth, and unwanted trees while protecting the trees and native features worth keeping. Whether you need lot clearing for a new home or site prep on acreage, the plan starts with an owner on your property.
Services include:
- Complete land clearing
- Large acreage land clearing
- Lot clearing
- Site prep and build site clearing
- Tree removal
- Brush and underbrush removal
Forestry Mulching Services in Gillespie County, TX
Forestry mulching suits the limestone hills and brushy ranch ground common across Gillespie County. Brush and trees are ground in place into a protective layer that holds moisture and keeps topsoil from washing away — no burn piles, no hauling, and no waiting on a burn ban. Our Tigercat M726G averages 3 to 5 acres a day in dense material and up to 10 in lighter growth.
Services include:
- Forestry mulching
- Cedar and underbrush mulching
- Brush mulching
- Mosaic cutting
- Sloped clearing
Selective Clearing in Gillespie County, TX
Many Gillespie County landowners do not want a bare lot — they want the brush gone and the good trees left standing. We mark what stays, remove what competes, and open the canopy without stripping the property. It is also how we open views and create hunting lines of sight.
Services include:
- Selective tree removal
- Underbrush clearing
- Clearing around oaks and native trees
- View and line-of-sight opening
- Hunting line of sight
Cedar Mulching & Removal in Gillespie County, TX
Ashe juniper—often called cedar—can crowd out grass and compete with live oak on Gillespie County ranch land. We mulch cedar in place instead of piling and burning it, opening the ground while leaving useful cover where the property plan calls for it.
Services include:
- Cedar mulching
- Cedar removal and thinning
- Freeing oaks from cedar competition
- Regrowth management
- Fence row cedar clearing
Mesquite Grubbing in Gillespie County, TX
Mesquite and huisache can fill open pasture and fence rows when a property is left idle. Grubbing removes the root crown so the fix lasts. We time the work around soil moisture so machines do not rut your ground.
Services include:
- Mesquite grubbing and root removal
- Huisache removal
- Pasture reclamation
- Regrowth prevention
Pasture Restoration in Gillespie County, TX
Gillespie County ranchland can be brought back from brush encroachment and invasive vegetation. We clear what is competing with grass and hay production and can support USDA and NRCS conservation projects when that is part of the approved plan.
Services include:
- Pasture and rangeland reclamation
- Brush encroachment removal
- Invasive vegetation removal
- USDA and NRCS grant project support
Wildlife & Land Planning in Gillespie County, TX
Every clearing decision is also a habitat decision. On Gillespie County ranch land, we can plan openings, browse, travel corridors, and retained cover around your goals instead of treating every acre the same.
Services include:
- Wildlife habitat planning
- Browse improvement and edge creation
- Trail mulching
- Food plot and trail preparation
- Hunting line of sight
Fence Line Clearing in Gillespie County, TX
Brush swallows fence lines fast in Central Texas. On farms along SH-317, we clear and mulch fence rows so you can walk the line, see your posts, and make repairs before the fence fails.
Services include:
- Fence line and fence row clearing
- Fence row mulching
- Property boundary clearing
- Right of way mulching
Pond Building, Excavation & Digging in Gillespie County, TX
Water is the long game on Gillespie County land. We build and rework stock ponds and tanks and handle excavation and digging. The site walk comes first so the location, drainage, access, and soil can be evaluated before we recommend a pond or crossing.
Services include:
- Pond and stock tank building
- Pond cleanout and reshaping
- Excavation and digging
- Drainage and water management
Stone Crushing & Rocky Ground Breaking in Gillespie County, TX
Gillespie County limestone and rocky Hill Country ground can make pads, drives, and building sites difficult to prepare. We break and crush rocky ground in place, turning it into usable base material instead of hauling spoil out and trucking gravel in.
Services include:
- Stone crushing in place
- Rocky ground breaking
- Caliche and limestone processing
- Pad and driveway preparation
Gravel Roads, Driveways & Culvert Installation in Gillespie County, TX
Ranch access has to survive Central Texas storms. We build gravel roads and driveways and install culverts sized for how water moves off your land, with the crossing and drainage plan based on the site walk.
Services include:
- Gravel road construction
- Driveway installation
- Culvert installation
- Low water crossing work
- Drainage and erosion control
Not sure which approach your Gillespie County property needs?
Local Expertise in Gillespie County — We Know This Ground
Gillespie County work changes with the ground. Limestone hills support live oak, shin oak, cedar, and native browse; deeper soils along the Pedernales River and major creeks carry more grass and pasture. A ranch road, homesite, fence line, and wildlife opening each need a different approach, so we start with the property rather than a satellite estimate.
Not sure which approach your Gillespie County property needs?
Why Gillespie County Landowners Choose Crosscut
An Owner Walks Your Property First
Every Crosscut project starts with Jordan or Christian on your Gillespie County land — not a salesperson and not a satellite estimate. Seeing the ground first is the only way to give you a number that holds.
We Work Hill Country Ranch Ground
Limestone hills, cedar-covered pasture, creek bottoms, and ranch roads are different jobs. We bring the right machines and timing for the ground in front of us.
Careful Around Oaks, Creeks, and Habitat
Live oak and shin oak country, the Pedernales River, and Gillespie County creeks all deserve a plan before machines arrive. We walk the property first so the trees and natural features you want to keep are clear in the scope.
A Fleet Matched to the Job
Our Tigercat M726G handles dense brush and heavy timber, the Lamtrac 6160T reaches tighter spots, and the Timberpro TL725C adds capacity on large jobs. Hand crews handle detail work around the trees you want to keep.
Forestry Mulching Is Our Focus
We offer site prep, pond work, and roads, but forestry mulching is what we do best. The material stays on your land as protective cover, with no burn piles and no haul-off.
What Gillespie County Clients Say
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Thomas WillrodtTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I don’t write reviews often, but Crosscut absolutely earned this one. They completed both mulching and hand-clearing work on my 7-acre property in Blanco, and the transformation is incredible. From our first conversation, it was obvious they knew what they were doing. They took the time to understand my goals, communicated throughout the project, and treated my property with care and respect. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and work ethic were outstanding. The end result exceeded my expectations, and I couldn’t be happier. If you’re looking for a company that does quality work, shows up, and truly takes pride in what they do, I highly recommend Crosscut. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again.Posted on Google![]()
Colin HibberdTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had Julio clean up a new fence line, 1/2 mile long, and clear an area about 2 acres where our house is to be build. He also did a partial clearing on a couple of acres behind the house, just took out the low brush and left the larger trees. He did an excellent job. The property looks totally different cleaned up.Posted on Google![]()
Phillip “House phone” YorkTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Julio and his team were very efficient and did an excellent job of making the property look beautiful. We had limbs all over the place from trees that had falling down. The crew was very professional and took care of everything we had requested in a timely manner. They kept us informed of their progress and how much time was left. We will definitely recommend your company and the crew to everyone we meet. Please let your crew know how much we appreciate their hard work and for beautifying our country home. Phillip and Alicia YorkPosted on Google![]()
Brad BohacTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
At this point I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve utilized the expertise of Jordan, Christian and Blakely to assist with land management at my ranch. From numerous phases of selective vegetation clearing to strategic trenching for oak wilt magement and most recently some meticulously selective clearing to enhance the view from our living area window. This time I must brag specifically about Julio who has been hands on from our very first project..he took the time to come in and look out the window with me multiple times to determine exactly which sections of vegetation to remove and which to keep, offering valuable insight and remembering exactly what we spoke about while personally running the machinery throughout the day. The result was phenomenal, per usual. The real distinction with everyone I’ve come in contact with from Crosscut is the apparent passion for their craft and for the habitats they enrich. Every move they make is done so with purpose and precision. If you’re in need of any land management assistance you literally won’t find a better group of guys to work with.Posted on Google![]()
Marc LongoriaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This is my first time hiring someone for land clearing. I searched high and low and got multiple offers. Crosscut had competitive prices and offered a beast of a machine. Julio is a master operator. He paid special attention to my wants and needs and followed all of my instructions to the T. I’m very satisfied and even referred them to one of my neighbors that stopped by for a bit to see some of the land clearing.Posted on Google![]()
John SimmonsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
3 days, 2 machines and 2 operators. Both were professional, efficient and productive. I have recommended them to my neighbors and am very happy with the results.Posted on Google![]()
Matthew CoferTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Amazing experience. Exactly what I was envisioning for my land. Jordan and Christian were excellent Managers of the project and Julio is about the finest operator i have ever seen in his execution and creativity of the plan. Thanks to all of them. Highly recommend if you love your property enough to put your full faith and confidence into a Company...its CrosscutPosted on Google![]()
Andy TuerckTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Excellent Service and Great Results!Posted on Google![]()
Steven BTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We coordinated with Christian and his team to purchase some Western Red Cedar logs for our porch and balcony posts on our new home. The team at Crosscut was very accommodating and their pricing was very reasonable. When I picked the beams up, Christian and Jordan helped load them and gave us a great recommendation for a local place to eat lunch on our way out. They're a great team that I recommend without reservation.Posted on Google![]()
max johnsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I am very glad I signed up with Cross Cut. I saw their advertisement on Highway 71, and saw how clean their work is. The operator for the equipment on my site named Julio is very experienced with over 25 years in the field clearing even the most complex forestry jobs. He was extremely careful around my mature pine trees while making roads through the forest, clearing brush, cleaning out hunting sites for visibility and even a beautiful circular home plot site. I would highly recommend Cross Cut over other clearing options in Central Texas because of their attention to detail and eye for aesthetics when land shaping while clearing and mulching. I am a very particular person, but Julio was truly able to make my dream become a reality I belive because he was a great listener to my overall plan. I was also very impressed with the chainsaw work of ground crew, the trees I wanted shaped look amazing.
Serving Gillespie County and Surrounding Areas
Crosscut provides land clearing services throughout Gillespie County, from Fredericksburg to the county’s rural communities. Gillespie County sits inside our core Central Texas service area, reached from our base in Bertram.
Communities in Gillespie County
- Fredericksburg
- Stonewall
- Harper
- Doss
- Willow City
- Luckenbach
- Blumenthal
- Albert
- Cherry Spring
- Gillespie County acreage
Nearby counties we also serve
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Frequently Asked Questions — Gillespie County, TX
How much does land clearing cost in Gillespie County, TX?
It depends on what is on your land. Vegetation density, terrain, access, and the amount of material to process all affect the work. A site visit is the only reliable way to understand the scope and prepare a quote for Gillespie County ground.
Do I need a permit to clear land in Gillespie County?
Requirements vary by the property and the work planned. City limits, floodplain, protected-tree, watercourse, and other local rules can apply. Confirm the current requirements with the relevant local authority before work begins, and tell us what you are planning when we walk the property.
When is the best time of year to clear land in Gillespie County?
Forestry mulching can be done year-round, but weather and soil moisture affect access and the risk of rutting. We plan the work around your ground, the trees you want to keep, and current burn-ban restrictions.
Do you clear land for new homes around Fredericksburg and Stonewall?
Yes. We clear homesites, drives, and build pads on Hill Country acreage around Fredericksburg, Stonewall, Harper, and Doss. The plan protects the trees and natural features you want to keep while opening the ground your project needs.
Can you clear cedar and brush from Gillespie County ranch land?
Yes. We handle cedar, brush, and unwanted growth on pasture, ranch roads, fence lines, and acreage. We can selectively clear around live oak and other trees or mulch heavier growth in place, depending on the property and your goal.
Can you clear land during a Gillespie County burn ban?
Forestry mulching grinds brush in place instead of creating burn piles, so the work does not depend on a burn window. We still follow current county rules and confirm the planned method during the site visit.
Ready to Get Started in Gillespie County?
Whether your land is limestone Hill Country around Fredericksburg or ranch and pasture ground near Stonewall, Harper, and Doss, we’re ready to walk it with you. Schedule a free estimate, and an owner will visit your property, talk through your goals, and put together a plan that fits your ground.