40± Acres Of Land Consultant Designed Whitetail Paradise In Franklin County
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Summary
Property
- Type
- Recreational Land, Timberland, Hunting Land
- Road Frontage
- County Road
- Road Surface
- Pavement
Land Details
- Timber
- Tillable
- Grass
Approximate Distances
| 12 mi | to Benton |
| 14 mi | to West Frankfort |
| 35 mi | to Marion |
Features/Improvements
- Small Game
- Big Game
- Upland Game
- Predators
- Creek/Spring
- Food Plot
- Tree Stands/Blinds
Description
Located in Franklin County, Illinois, just 3 miles from Thompsonville and 12 miles from Benton, this 40± acre property was designed by none other than Wes Delks with Higgins Outdoors and has been strategically developed with one purpose in mind — producing consistent whitetail hunting opportunities. From bedding to food to access, this farm has been thoughtfully laid out to maximize deer movement and huntability with access from 2 sides.
Roughly 6± acres of switchgrass provide great bedding and security cover that anchors the property. The switchgrass creates defined staging areas and gives deer a place to spend daylight hours within the farm boundaries. The positioning of this cover works hand-in-hand with the rest of the layout, creating a property that feels larger than its footprint.
Complementing the bedding cover is a well-placed 2± acre food plot that serves as a central attraction point. The relationship between bedding and food is tight and efficient, allowing deer to move naturally across the farm. The setup encourages consistent traffic through the heart of the property, creating multiple stand location options. A smaller kill plot could easily be added to the east side of the farm to allow hunting on those odd wind direction days.
The timber has been strategically hinge cut to provide even more bedding along with planted trees along the food plot. A creek runs through the property, adding another strong natural feature to the layout. The creek, combined with the surrounding cover and food, enhances overall wildlife usage and contributes to the farm’s natural flow. On my tour of the property I jumped dozens of deer and they were bedded exactly where they should have been according to the farms overall design, In the middle of the heavy timbered and hinge cut areas where native vegetation has been reestablished.
One of the biggest advantages of this tract is the road frontage on two sides. This dual access allows for strategic entry and exit routes regardless of wind direction. Being able to approach stands from multiple sides without compromising key areas is a major advantage during both early season and peak rut conditions.
The property is positioned along a strong travel corridor, making it especially attractive during the rut. The natural movement through this area, combined with the established bedding and food sources, creates a highly effective setup for intercepting cruising bucks. When rut activity increases, this farm is positioned to capitalize.
The overall design of this property reflects intentional habitat planning. The switchgrass bedding, food plot placement, water feature, and access points all work together to create a controlled hunting environment. It’s the kind of farm that allows a hunter to slip in, hunt efficiently, and exit without unnecessary disturbance.
Smaller, highly improved tracts like this are increasingly hard to find in Southern Illinois. This 40± acre Franklin County farm offers a rare opportunity to own a property that has already been set up correctly and is ready to hunt from day one.
Whether you’re looking for a primary hunting farm or a highly manageable property with proven layout advantages, this tract near Thompsonville delivers serious whitetail potential.
The information contained herein is deemed reliable but is not warranted or guaranteed by the Broker, its Agents, or the Seller. Access to property, access to utilities, or any measurements including but not limited to, acreage, square footage, frontage, and mapping boundary lines shared herein has not been independently verified and is for purposes of marketing only. If exact measurements, access to property, or access to utilities is a concern, the property should be independently measured or investigated by the prospective buyer.
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