Wire gates—also known as gap gates, Texas gates, or cowboy gates—are a staple across ranches and rural properties. They’re made from barbed wire, smooth wire, or electric wire stretched between fence posts and held in place with loops or tension devices. While they may look minimal, wire gates are practical, cost-effective, and easy to maintain in wide-open pasture settings.
Why Wire Gates Are a Ranch Essential
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Low cost: Great for long fencelines and rotational grazing.
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Quick to build or repair: No welding or heavy tools needed.
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Flexible layout: Ideal for cross-fencing and temporary divisions.
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Livestock-safe: When used correctly, they’re secure for cattle and horses.
How Barn Owl Cameras Support Wire Gate Setups
Wire gates may lack a solid frame, but Barn Owl cameras still provide reliable coverage with a simple and sturdy setup.
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Mount to a Nearby Post: Since wire gates don’t have a solid structure, use a corner post, brace, or adjacent T-post to mount your camera using the included strap.
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Watch for Movement: Get alerts when livestock or vehicles pass through the gate—even in remote or rarely visited parts of your property.
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Works Without Power or Wi-Fi: Many wire gates are far from infrastructure, but Barn Owl’s solar and battery-powered cameras keep watch no matter where they’re placed.
Where Wire Gate Monitoring Makes a Difference
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Keep tabs on cattle movement between paddocks.
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Watch remote back gates that are only used occasionally.
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Get alerts when someone accesses cross-fencing in rotational grazing setups.
Even with the most basic gate, Barn Owl gives you modern visibility—because every entry point on your land deserves reliable monitoring.
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