Traditionally used as an enclosure for horses, cows, and other livestock, cattle panel fencing has taken on a new life in neighborhoods like Central Austin. Austinites opt for cattle panel fencing over traditional privacy style as a way to add a more rustic appeal and to maintain their backyard views.
Browse through our gallery to see all types of applications including garden enclosures and privacy fence with cattle panel combinations.
The galvanized square panels are framed in western red cedar and can have either a 2 x 4 or 2 x 6 cedar cap running across the top.
5ft tall cattle panel fence with 2×6 inch cap
6 foot 3 rail cattle panel with wire attached from behind
Decorative cedar caps can also be added to the tops of the posts for a more stylish look.
pine cattle panel fencing with decorative tops
4 foot tall cedar cattle panel fencing
Each panel is installed level and can be stepped to follow the sloping terrain to beautifully compliment any hill country views.
5 foot cattle panel fencing
cedar cattle panel fence with gate
Cedar cattle panel fences offer both sturdiness and longevity while also giving you views from anything you choose to use them for, whether it’s the yard or a garden. As you know, Austin weather fluctuates pretty much year round. Using cedar instead of more easily warped materials prevents upkeep issues.
6 ft cedar privacy fence to 4 ft cattle panel fence
cedar cattle panel fencing with double gates
Gardeners also use cattle panel fencing to protect their plants and flowers against hungry deer and other unwanted guests. There are tons of creative ways to utilize cattle panels like adding them as a trellis in a raised bed garden or building tall vertically oriented panels around tomato plants.
6ft cedar cattle panel garden enclosure
6 foot cattle panel fencing
6 foot cattle panel fence stained
Just as farmers and ranch owners use cattle panel fencing to contain and protect their livestock, dog owners can also utilize them to create a space for their favorite pets to safely run around and play.
4 ft cattle panel fencing
8 ft custom wood cedar fence with cattle panel insert on top
Other framework materials can be utilized such as galvanized or powder coated black steel for a more modern look.
5′ Pipe Rail with cattle panel
welded horse panel fence with black frame
Welded horse panel with black square steel frame
4 foot horse panel with steel frame frame
7ft. cattle panel open top steel framework
Cattle Panel Fence FAQs
What is a Cattle Panel Fence?
A cattle panel trellis transforms your garden with its sturdy, arched design, crafted from a robust farm fencing material called a cattle panel. Unlike typically rolled fencing, this trellis is made from strong, four-gauge, galvanized wire welded for durability.
Cattle panels can be used in various ways on your property, including as fencing for pasture or livestock enclosures. They are also commonly used to create sturdy trellises for climbing plants like beans and tomatoes, maximizing vertical growing space and making harvesting easier. You can even use them to construct animal shelters or chicken coops.
What are The Best Cattle Panel Fences?
Woven Wire Fences
Woven wire fences are great for different kinds of farms because they’re strong and can be changed to fit your needs. You can pick how tall they are, how thick the wire is, and how big the holes in the fence are. These fences are made of strong wires twisted together to withstand pressure and last long. They are flexible, too, so they can be put up on hills or bumpy ground without a problem. Smaller holes at the bottom keep little animals in, while bigger spaces at the top stop the big animals from getting out. This type of fence is usually better than fences with wires just welded together because it lasts longer and can handle different animals and places.
Wood Cattle Fences
Wooden cattle fences, including corral style and crossbuck, are visually appealing and provide clear boundaries for cattle but are more expensive and maintenance-intensive than wire fencing. They are usually used for smaller pastures. Wood fences are commonly used along roadsides and near barns, with wire fencing often used to complete the remaining enclosures. On the downside, wooden fences can be pricey and need much care—painting, staining, and fixing breaks from large animals that might crash into them.
Cattle Fence Panels
Cattle fence panels are like solid and easy-to-use versions of regular wire fences. They’re made with thick wires welded together, so they’re tough and don’t need to be stretched tight like other fences. You can set them up with simple metal “T” posts or stronger wooden posts if you want them to stay put for good. These panels are great for making quick pens or fenced areas to change or move around as needed. What’s more, they’re designed so you can take a panel out and put it back in, making a space that works like a gate without having to buy a gate.
How Tall Does a Cattle Panel Fence Need to Be?
Cattle panels, spanning an impressive 8 to 16 feet in width and standing at a height of 50 inches, provide expansive coverage suitable for many applications in your farm or home garden.
What Does a Cattle Panel Fence Cost?
Sierra Fence is your trusted partner for superior cattle panel fences at the best prices. We understand that quality fencing should be affordable, so we offer a selection of products to everyone’s budget. Investing in a durable fence from Sierra Fence will not only elevate your property’s value but you’re also getting a fence that can handle the harshest weather conditions and last for a very long time.
Hire Sierra Fence to Build Your New Cattle Panel Fence
With more than 29 years in the fencing industry, we tailor each cattle panel fence to meet your needs. Contact us today to get started with what your property needs. If cattle panel fencing isn’t the best choice for your home, we’ll walk you through our many other fencing options.
