136-Acre Investment-Grade Timber and Hunting Tract — Utica/Marcellus Shale Play, Maturing Oak-Hickory Forest, Elite Deer & Turkey Habitat, No Zoning, Muskingum County
Located in the heart of the Utica and Marcellus Shale Play, this 136-acre investment-grade tract in Muskingum County offers not only maturing timber and elite hunting ground, but also long-term upside tied to potential mineral rights and energy development. Whether you're looking to build a hunting camp, secure land for recreation, or invest in Appalachian foothill acreage with resource potential, this property checks all the boxes.
The land is blanketed in maturing oak-hickory forest, with areas of high-value walnut and other young hardwoods. Timber was last cut many years ago, leaving behind a healthy stand with long-term upside. The diverse topography features heavily wooded ridges, deep hollows, benches, and rock outcroppings. Several natural drainages and seasonal creeks enhance wildlife movement and water supply.
In addition to outstanding habitat for whitetail deer and wild turkey, the property sits in a strong investment corridor. Multiple cabin or camper sites can be developed across the ridge spines or tucked into more private hollows. No township zoning gives maximum flexibility for off-grid camps, full cabin builds, or family retreat development. Despite its secluded feel, the land remains within easy reach of New Concord, Zanesville, and Cambridge.
Property Information, Parcels & Location
Property Facts
- 136.07+/- total acres
- Rix Mills Road, New Concord, OH 43762
- Union Township, Muskingum County
- 2 parcels: 92.37 + 43.7 acres
- GPS: 39.98291, -81.75612
- Annual taxes: $6,875.24
- No township zoning
Parcel Numbers
- 66-20-09-04-000
- 66-20-09-10-000
- East Muskingum Local SD
Timber & Land
- Maturing oak-hickory forest
- High-value walnut present
- Last cut many years ago
- Ridges, hollows, benches
- Rock outcroppings throughout
- Seasonal creeks + drainages
- Multiple cabin/camp sites
- No zoning restrictions
Utilities & Investment
- Electric available nearby
- No public water or sewer
- Well & septic needed
- Utica/Marcellus Shale Play
- Mineral rights — verify w/ agent
- New Concord — nearby (~4 mi)
- Zanesville — ~18 mi
- Cambridge — ~15 mi
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Questions About This Muskingum County Investment Tract
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This 136-acre tract sits in the heart of the Utica and Marcellus Shale Play, creating long-term upside tied to potential mineral rights and energy development. The maturing oak-hickory timber was last cut many years ago, leaving a healthy stand with significant long-term timber value. The property also carries elite deer and turkey hunting, multiple cabin development sites, and no township zoning restrictions — maximum flexibility for recreational, resource, or holding purposes.
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The land is blanketed in maturing oak-hickory forest with areas of high-value walnut and other young hardwoods. Timber was last cut many years ago, leaving a healthy stand with long-term upside. The diverse topography features heavily wooded ridges, deep hollows, benches, and rock outcroppings — creating varied stand conditions across all 136 acres.
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The property offers elite habitat for whitetail deer and wild turkey. The terrain diversity — ridges, deep hollows, benches, and natural drainages — naturally creates funnels, pinch points, and bedding cover. Seasonal creeks provide year-round water sources. The heavily wooded, undisturbed character of the land produces the kind of mature buck movement that large-acreage hunting properties are known for.
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Multiple cabin or camper sites can be developed across the ridge spines or tucked into more private hollows. Electric is available nearby. No public water or sewer on-site — a well and septic would be needed. There is no township zoning on the property, giving maximum flexibility for off-grid camps, full cabin builds, or family retreat development.
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Two parcels: 66-20-09-04-000 and 66-20-09-10-000 (combined 92.37 + 43.7 acres = 136.07 total). Union Township, Muskingum County. GPS: 39.98291, -81.75612. Annual taxes: $6,875.24. School District: East Muskingum Local. No township zoning. Showings strictly by appointment — licensed agent must be present.