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.
