66.3-Acre Hunting Land for Sale, Pope County, IL

$363,000

221 Lusk Rd, Golconda, IL 62938

Acreage

66.3 acres

Price per acre

$5,473

Property type

Land

County

Pope

MLS number

11931173

Why this matched

• “The property offers excellent deer habitat and hunting opportunities, with a combination of open ground, timber, natural cover, and abundant…”
• “Approximately 14 acres of former row-crop ground could be utilized as pasture, hay ground, or converted into large food plots to further enhance the…”
• “The acreage and surrounding Shawnee Forest provide plenty of room to create a true family hunting camp where friends and family can gather, hunt,…”

Quoted from the listing's public remarks. Where2Hunt has not inspected the property.

Hunting questions to resolve

Each answer below is about what the listing says, not a legal finding. Confirm each one before you buy.

Hunting rights

Not stated in the listing. Ask the listing agent whether hunting rights convey.

Legal access

Legal access not stated. Ask the listing agent.

Current hunting lease

No current hunting lease mentioned. Confirm with the listing agent.

Local restrictions

None mentioned. Check county discharge rules, covenants and any conservation easement.

Game mentioned

Whitetail deer (as described by the seller, not a wildlife survey)

Habitat described

Timber or hardwoods, Crop or pasture edge, Mast and cover

Listing remarks

Discover a rare opportunity to own 66.33 acres in the heart of Southern Illinois' renowned Shawnee National Forest hunting and equestrian country. This property offers an exceptional combination of recreation, hunting, equestrian access, scenic views, existing improvements, and potential investment opportunities. The property adjoins Shawnee National Forest along its southwest boundary, providing direct access to thousands of acres of public forest ground for hunting, hiking, horseback riding, and outdoor recreation. For the avid outdoorsman or equestrian enthusiast, this location is hard to beat. The property offers excellent deer habitat and hunting opportunities, with a combination of open ground, timber, natural cover, and abundant surrounding forest acreage. Approximately 14 acres of former row-crop ground could be utilized as pasture, hay ground, or converted into large food plots to further enhance the property's deer habitat and hunting potential. The acreage and surrounding Shawnee Forest provide plenty of room to create a true family hunting camp where friends and family can gather, hunt, camp, and enjoy the outdoors together. An additional approximately 5 acres of open ground toward the front of the property would be ideal for fencing and utilizing as pasture, livestock area, or additional recreational space. There is also an older home located on the property that is being sold as-is. The home provides additional possibilities for the new owner, whether utilized for storage, a hunting camp, renovation, or future replacement, subject to the buyer's intended use. The property also features several existing improvements, including a 36' x 26' pole barn with a concrete floor, providing excellent storage for equipment, ATVs, tractors, trailers, hunting gear, or recreational equipment. A second 30' x 24' pole barn was previously used as a clubhouse for the campsites, providing an established gathering area with potential for a variety of future uses. Adding even more versatility are 10 established campsites, with power and county water available. These sites could provide an excellent opportunity for someone looking to create a private family campground, hunting camp, equestrian campground, or potential recreational investment. There is also plenty of additional room for cabins, a home, additional campsites, or other recreational improvements. One of the property's most impressive features is the beautiful views of War Bluff. The surrounding area is well known for its extensive equestrian trail system, with miles of riding opportunities nearby. The property is conveniently located just down the road from several well-known Shawnee Forest destinations, including One Horse Gap, Julien Hill, Benham Ridge, and the former 9-Day Trail Ride area. These areas have long been popular with horseback riders, hunters, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Imagine having a place where family and friends can gather for hunting season, weekend trail rides, camping trips, hiking adventures, and summer getaways. With the combination of established campsites, open acreage, excellent deer habitat, existing buildings, and direct access to thousands of acres of Shawnee National Forest, this property offers the opportunity to create a true Southern Illinois outdoor destination. Whether you're looking for a private hunting property, family hunting camp, equestrian retreat, recreational getaway, campground investment, or a property with room to develop cabins and additional campsites, this 66.33-acre tract deserves a serious look.

Map

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