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Hardin County

Timbered Hunting Tract With Basecamp In Hardin County, IL

South Iron Furnace Road, Lot#WP001 Elizabethtown, IL 62931

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Description

Located in Hardin County, Illinois, in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest region, this timbered hunting tract offers a combination of established hunting camp improvements, diverse terrain, and direct adjacency to thousands of acres of public land. With a turn-key basecamp, rolling timbered ridges, abundant deer sign, natural funnels and pinch points, and Shawnee National Forest bordering both the east and west sides, this property provides an appealing setup for deer hunting and outdoor recreation in Southern Illinois. The property features an established basecamp that provides a convenient starting point for hunting trips and weekend getaways. A 33-foot Skyline Weekender RV serves as the centerpiece of the camp, offering a place to stay while enjoying the surrounding property. Additional personal property, including an ATV, grill, tent, and canopy, is included in the sale, providing equipment and amenities for immediate recreational use. A complete list of personal property transferring with the sale is available upon request. A gated gravel entry road provides access to the property and leads into the established camp area. From there, an interior trail system extends into the timber, offering routes for accessing hunting locations, scouting, maintaining the property, and navigating the varied terrain. The existing improvements and equipment make this an attractive option for buyers looking for a hunting property with an established base of operations rather than starting from scratch. The landscape features rolling topography with areas of steeper terrain and scenic rock outcroppings. Timbered ridges and draws create a varied landscape with natural travel corridors throughout the property. These terrain changes produce funnels and pinch points that can influence deer movement, providing opportunities for strategic stand placement. The timber consists of a mixture of softwoods and mast-producing hardwoods, including plenty of oaks. These oak trees provide an important seasonal food source for whitetails, while the surrounding timbered ridges and draws offer additional habitat diversity. Abundant deer sign throughout the property indicates regular wildlife activity and adds to its recreational appeal. An open area within the tract offers potential for establishing a food plot. With the surrounding timber, natural travel corridors, and existing deer activity, this opening could provide an opportunity to introduce an additional food source into the hunting layout. The combination of mast-producing hardwoods, food plot potential, and varied terrain provides flexibility for future habitat management. Water is another beneficial feature of the property. A small pond and stream provide water sources within the timbered landscape and contribute to the overall habitat diversity. These features, combined with the rolling ridges, draws, and natural terrain transitions, create multiple areas of interest for scouting and hunting. One of the property's most notable attributes is its adjacency to the Shawnee National Forest along both the western and eastern boundaries. This setting places the tract between additional expanses of forested habitat and provides proximity to the extensive recreational opportunities associated with the National Forest. The surrounding landscape is well suited for those who enjoy hunting, hiking, exploring, and spending time outdoors. The established basecamp adds considerable convenience to the property, providing a place to gather, prepare for hunts, and relax after a day in the woods. With the RV and additional recreational equipment transferring with the sale, the property offers an opportunity to begin enjoying the camp and surrounding acreage without having to establish an entirely new setup. Whether used as a dedicated deer hunting camp, a weekend recreational retreat, or a base for exploring the Shawnee National Forest region, this Hardin County tract offers a combination of existing improvements and natural features. Its timbered ridges, oak habitat, abundant deer sign, water sources, food plot potential, established trails, and National Forest adjacency create an appealing Southern Illinois recreational property.


Summary

Address

South Iron Furnace Road, Lot#WP001

Elizabethtown, IL 62931

Hardin County

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Approximate Distances

50 mi Paducah, KY
52 mi Marion
162 mi St. Louis, MO
187 mi Nashville, TN

Property

Property Type
Recreational Land, Hunting Land
Road Frontage
County Road
Road Surface
Blacktop/Asphalt
Fencing
Low Fence, Partial

Land Details

Timber

Pond

Utilities

electric
Nearby

Improvements/Features

Small Game, Big Game, Predators, Creek/Spring, Tree Stands/Blinds, Trail Network, Internal Road System, Gated Entrance


Details

  • Timbered hunt tract with established basecamp
  • Turn-key deer hunting camp located in the Shawnee National Forest area
  • 33’ Skyline Weekender RV
  • ATV, grill, tent, canopy – full list of personal property that transfers with sale available upon request
  • Rolling topography
  • Areas of steeper terrain and rock outcroppings
  • Open area with food plot potential
  • Timbered ridges and draws
  • Softwoods and mast-producing hardwoods
  • Lots of Oaks
  • Plenty of deer sign
  • Funnels and pinch points
  • Established access trails
  • Small pond and stream
  • Gated gravel entry road
  • Adjoins the Shawnee National Forest on the west and east sides
  • Seller is a licensed real estate agent


Other

Coordinates

37.4791, -88.3461

Annual Taxes

$17

Justin Mason

Mark Williams


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