Legacy Whitetail Property In Pike County, IL
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Summary
Property
- Type
- Farms, Recreational Land, Timberland, Hunting Land, Lakefront
- Road Frontage
- State Highway, Township Road
- Road Surface
- Pavement, Gravel
- Outbuildings
- Metal, Shop, Barn
Land Details
- Pasture
- Timber
- Tillable
- Enrolled in Government Program
- Grass
- Lake
- Pond
Approximate Distances
| 21 mi | to Quincy, IL Airport |
| 94 mi | to St. Louis Airport |
| 87 mi | to Springfield, IL Airport |
Utilities
| Water: | Onsite |
| Sewer: | Onsite |
| Electric: | Onsite |
| Internet: | Onsite |
Housing
Home
4BD / 3BA 10423± sqftCabin
5BD / 2BA 2496± sqftCabin
1BD / 1BA 845± sqftOutbuilding
1BD / 1BA / 1HB 1800± sqftCabin
1BA 741± sqft
Features/Improvements
- Small Game
- Big Game
- Waterfowl
- Fish
- Creek/Spring
- Food Plot
- Tree Stands/Blinds
- Trail Network
- Predators
- Livestock Facilities
- Gated Entrance
- Grain Storage
- Seller's Mineral Rights Convey
Description
Opportunities like this don’t hit the market simply because they don’t exist, until now. The sheer scale of this massive, contiguous acreage in the heart of Illinois’ historic Pike County is extraordinary on its own, positioned within one of the most respected regions in the nation for both premier whitetail hunting and productive farmland. But a closer look reveals something far more compelling. A seamless blend of hardwood ridges, rolling cropland, water features, and thoughtfully placed improvements creates a level of privacy, versatility, and long-term value that extends well beyond any measure of monetary return. As one of the largest contiguous recreational and hunting tracts in the Midwest, this property becomes more than an investment—it becomes a gateway to experiences that shape tradition, connect generations, and define purpose. This is not just land. This is the foundation of a legacy.
Land
Aspiring landowners often dream of owning a tract that stretches from road-to-road. This is an opportunity to own town-to-town. At scale, the land becomes a true showcase of diversity and balance. Approximately 1,250 acres of productive tillable farm ground, 93± acres of CRP, and 230± acres of pasture provide income while also serving as a critical year-round food source for wildlife. The land has been meticulously maintained for wildlife as well as row crop production. Extensive terracing and soil conservation work have been completed across the southeastern portion of the property in recent years, as well as ongoing improvements to improve the long-term value of the ground. Hardwood ridges give way to ridgetop and bottom fields that are seamlessly woven among fingers of timber, creating a diverse, functional layout that feels expansive and connected from end to end. Miles of established internal trails and four-sided access allow you to move easily throughout the property for farming, management, and recreation.
From its productive soils and conservation practices to its hardwood timber, flowing water, and sheer scale, this property stands as a rare example of what a truly complete, large-scale Midwestern property is: diverse, well-managed, and built for long-term stewardship.
Water
Water is a defining feature across this property, shaping both its landscape and recreational appeal. Hadley Creek flows through the entire north side of the property, joined by multiple additional creeks and countless natural springs scattered throughout the tract, all providing continuous moving water, enhancing habitat, adding property character, and year-round water sources for wildlife. Elevating the recreational experience is a 50± acre lake near the main lodge. It's a rare feature to own a lake of this size in the Midwest. The lake offers large open water for fishing, boating, and quiet enjoyment, serving as a gathering point for family and guests while also providing critical habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife. Together, the flowing creeks, natural springs, and large lake create a water system that is both functional and scenic, elevating the property’s value as a recreational destination and reinforcing its standing as a truly unique Midwestern legacy property.
World-Class Hunting
Hunting and wildlife are at the core of this property’s DNA. Its location in Pike County, Illinois, places it in the heart of the renowned “Golden Triangle,” an area widely recognized as one of the premier whitetail regions in the nation. Pike County has a long-standing reputation for producing mature, high-caliber bucks, drawing serious whitetail enthusiasts and land managers from across the country.
The sheer size of this 4,134± acre property provides a rare advantage in managing for age structure, genetics, and low-pressure hunting. The ability to control access, rotate pressure, and manage habitat across such a large, connected footprint allows for long-term benefits that simply aren’t possible on smaller properties. A diverse mix of hardwood timber ridges, CRP, tillable acres, thick bedding cover, ridge tops, creek bottoms, food plots, and natural travel corridors creates ideal conditions for growing, holding, and managing for high-caliber whitetails.
From a management and hunting standpoint, the infrastructure is already in place. The property features approximately 30 box blinds and a wide array of ladder stands positioned across key travel corridors, field edges, pinch points, and natural funnels and saddles, allowing flexibility for wind direction while maintaining low hunting pressure throughout the season.
This property has a history of producing high-quality, mature whitetails, a reflection of both the region’s natural potential and the management for top-end whitetails that has shaped this property over the years. In addition to exceptional deer hunting, the tract offers outstanding turkey hunting and additional opportunities to hunt a wide range of wildlife, from waterfowl along the creeks and lake to predators and small game throughout the property.
For those focused on serious wildlife management and legacy-level hunting, this property offers the scale, diversity, and proven history you come to expect from a premier hunting property in the Midwest - a place where long-term vision and careful management can continue to produce results for generations.
Infrastructure
The infrastructure across this property is designed to match its scale and allow large groups, extended stays, and year-round operations without compromise. The main lodge spans an impressive 10,423 square feet and serves as the central gathering point, featuring a walk-in safe, fireplace, multiple bedrooms, and a dedicated trophy room, creating a comfortable setting for hosting family, guests, and hunting groups. On the south end of the property, an additional 2,496-square-foot lodge with five bedrooms and two bathrooms provides expanded lodging, complemented by a smaller 845-square-foot cabin that offers flexible accommodations for staff or guests.
Operational support is equally robust. A 72’x120’ heated shop near the main lodge includes approximately 1,800 square feet of finished living quarters and four overhead doors. An adjacent 40’x60’ heated shop with three overhead doors and an adjacent 741-square-foot “cook’s” living space behind the smaller shop adds additional lodging during peak hunting season.
The south end of the property is the central hub for farming and property maintenance. A 120’x150’ farm shop, of which 50’x120’ is insulated and heated, is equipped with three overhead doors and a large hydro-swing door that provides ample space for equipment, maintenance, and year-round land management. There are just over 159,000 bushels of grain storage, a grain dryer, and a pneumatic conveyor system for on-site grain handling and storage. There is a smaller 38’x60’ storage building with a walk-in cooler in the rear of the building. Two rental houses add additional income potential, and a multitude of additional pole buildings are scattered throughout the property to support farming, cattle production, equipment storage, and operational needs.
Adding to the recreational and residential appeal is a partially completed lake house, offering approximately 5,823 square feet of improvements that can be finished to create a premier waterfront lodge.
Together, the lodges, shops, housing, and farm infrastructure are thoughtfully positioned to support large groups, multi-use operations, and long-term stewardship, allowing this property to function seamlessly as both a premier recreational property and a working, income-producing farm throughout the year.
Summary
In a market where contiguous, large-scale properties are increasingly difficult to find, this 4,134± acre, road-to-road, town-to-town legacy property in Pike County stands in a class of its own. The combination of productive tillable farmland, carefully managed habitat, water resources, proven deer history, and comprehensive infrastructure creates a property that is as functional as it is exceptional. From its hardwood ridges and flowing creeks to its lodges, shops, and large-scale agricultural improvements, every element has been shaped with long-term vision in mind. This is more than a place to own—it is a property to steward, a destination to share, and a legacy to pass down, offering a rare opportunity to secure one of the Midwest’s premier large-scale recreational and investment tracts for generations to come.
Contact Land Specialist Tyler Sellens at 217-440-4624 to schedule your private showing of this once-in-a-lifetime legacy property.
Details
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FSA indicates 1,880.74± acres of cropland broken down as follows:
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1,250± acres of productive tillable farmland with open farm tenancy for the 2026 crop year
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93.66± acres enrolled in CRP, generating $17,779 annually through 2028
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230± acres of improved pasture supports livestock operations
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Balance of cropland is not in row crop/CRP/pasture production
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10,423 sq ft main lodge on the north end serving as the primary lodging headquarters
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72’x120’ heated main shop with four overhead doors and approximately 1,800 sq ft of finished living space
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40’x60’ heated shop with three overhead doors for equipment storage and property maintenance
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741 sq ft “cook’s” living area providing additional lodging for family or friends
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2,496 sq ft south lodge featuring five bedrooms and two bathrooms for group and guest accommodations
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Adjacent 845 sq ft cabin offering additional lodging for guests
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120’x150’ farm shop with 50’x120’ insulated and heated space, office, restroom, and cold storage
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159,000 bushels of grain storage with on-site grain dryer and pneumatic conveyor system
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Multiple additional buildings for cattle production
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30 box blinds and numerous ladder stands positioned along key travel corridors and funnels
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Multiple established food plots
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Impressive trail camera and harvest history showing consistent mature, high-caliber whitetails
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Property offers some of best deer and turkey hunting in Pike County and throughout the Midwest
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Extensive internal trail system provides easy access for hunting, food plots, farming, and year-round maintenance
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One of the largest contiguous recreational landholdings in the Midwest, offering rare scale and privacy
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Water features include a 50± acre private lake, ponds, Hadley Creek, natural springs, and seasonal creeks
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Four-sided access and internal trail system allow efficient traversing for hunting, farming, and maintenance
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Size and contiguity allow long-term management for mature whitetails and low-pressure hunting strategies
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Trap range in place adjacent to the main lodge
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Late-model machinery available separately for purchase to support property operations and food plot maintenance
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Significant marketable timber, offering ROI potential and opportunities to enhance bedding cover
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Sellers are interested in retaining/leasing the main lodge and buildings located on north side - inquire for details
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Coordinates
39.70015, -91.09915
Annual Taxes
$92,887
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