Property Description
85± Acres Prime Hunting Land with Build Site Potential | Schuyler County, Illinois
This 85± acre property in Schuyler County, Illinois, near Rushville, is a high-quality hunting tract with excellent access and habitat design. With a strong mix of timber and food sources, this farm is built for serious whitetail and turkey hunting while also offering a great location for a future cabin or rural home.
The property features two-sided access and a well-maintained internal road system, allowing easy and strategic movement throughout. Established switchgrass screens provide both security and controlled access to stand locations. A professionally designed food plot system creates a natural funnel and pinch point, making this farm exceptionally effective for hunting mature bucks.
Wildlife resources are abundant, with a custom-built waterhole, small pond, and a creek offering year-round water. A clover plot on a ridge top draws cruising bucks during the rut, while standing soybean and secluded timber plots enhance holding power. A prepared build site with nearby utilities adds long-term flexibility for a cabin or home.
Property details
- Acreage: 85± acres
- County and state: Schuyler County, Illinois
- Nearest town: Rushville
- Land breakdown: 15± acres field, 70± acres timber
- Access: Two-sided access
- Location note: Rural setting near Rushville
- Improvements: Internal road system, food plots, waterhole, pond, creek, established build site
Key features
- 85± acres in Schuyler County, Illinois
- High-quality hunting tract with proven history
- Two-sided access for flexible entry and exit
- Established clover and soybean food plots
- Professionally designed pinch point food plot
- Switchgrass screening for cover and access
- Custom-built waterhole in food plot area
- Small pond and year-round creek
- Mature timber ridges
- Internal trail and road system
- Secluded food plot within timber
- Strong deer sign and trail camera history
- Ridge-top clover plot for rut activity
- Prepared cabin or home site
- Utilities available nearby
Frequently asked questions
Is this property good for deer hunting in Schuyler County, Illinois?
Yes, this property is specifically set up for successful deer hunting. It features food plots, water sources, bedding cover, and natural funnels that create ideal conditions for holding and harvesting mature whitetails. The trail camera history and deer sign further support its quality.
Does the property have water sources for wildlife?
Yes, the property offers multiple water sources. A custom-built waterhole, a small pond, and a creek provide consistent water throughout the year, helping sustain wildlife populations.
Can you build a cabin or home on this land?
Yes, there is a designated build site already prepared on the southeast corner. Utilities are located nearby, making it convenient for future construction of a cabin or rural home.
How is access to different parts of the property?
Access is excellent across the entire tract. With two-sided entry points and an internal road system, you can easily reach stand locations and food plots without disturbing wildlife patterns.
What type of habitat does the property include?
The property includes a strong mix of 70± acres of mature timber and 15± acres of open fields and food plots. This diversity creates ideal bedding, feeding, and travel corridors for wildlife.
Are the food plots already established?
Yes, multiple food plots are already in place and strategically designed. These include clover plots, soybean plantings, and a secluded timber plot that enhances hunting opportunities.
Is this property suitable for year-round recreational use?
Yes, beyond hunting, the property is well-suited for hiking, trail riding, and general outdoor recreation. The internal trail system and natural features make it usable throughout the year.
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Directions:
Approx 5 miles northeast of Camden, IL
