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7.62± Acre Big Buck Timber Hunting Tract Adjoining Shawnee National Forest

Acreage

7.62 ±

County

Hardin

Price

$75,000

Description

This 7.62± acre all-timber hunting tract in Hardin County, Illinois, is located in a region well known for producing mature whitetail bucks and offers a unique opportunity to own a small but highly strategic piece of ground surrounded by public land. The property adjoins the Shawnee National Forest on two sides, providing direct access to thousands of additional acres for hunting and recreation. The tract consists of a timbered ridge side featuring a diverse mix of softwoods and mast-producing hardwoods, creating excellent habitat and natural browse for wildlife. A small rock-bottom creek winds through the property, supplying a consistent water source while also serving as a natural travel corridor for deer moving between ridge systems and adjacent public ground. The terrain and timber layout make this tract ideal for bowhunting funnels, transition zones, and edge travel routes, particularly during the rut when deer movement increases between bedding and feeding areas. With no road frontage, the property maintains a secluded feel and benefits from reduced pressure, while easement access provides practical entry for hunting and land use. In addition to strong hunting potential, the location places you just minutes from some of Southern Illinois’ most sought-after recreational destinations, including Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock National Recreation Trail, and numerous other Shawnee National Forest attractions. Whether you’re looking for a secluded hunting tract, a strategic access point to public land, or a recreational retreat surrounded by protected ground, this property offers exceptional value. Small tracts with this level of public land adjacency, habitat quality, and big-buck potential are increasingly rare in Hardin County. This is a unique opportunity to secure a foothold in one of Southern Illinois’ most desirable hunting regions.

Summary

Property

Fencing

Low Fence, Partial

Road Surface

Dirt

Property Type

Recreational Land, Hunting Land

Approximate Distances

53 mi	Marion
55 mi	Paducah, KY
143 mi	Nashville, TN
157 mi	St. Louis, MO

Address Anna Belle Lee Road, Lot#WP001 Cave in Rock, IL 62919

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Details

All timber hunt tract
Located in an area known for big bucks
Timbered ridge side
Softwoods and mast-producing hardwoods
Small rock bottom creek
No road frontage
Adjoins the Shawnee National Forest on two sides
The Shawnee National Forest provides plenty of additional acreage to hunt
Easement access
Close to Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock National Recreation Trail and numerous recreation areas