OHIO LAND FOR SALE: LAWRENCE COUNTY

LAND FOR SALE IN LAWRENCE COUNTY, OHIO

Call Ohio Land Pro Joshua Henry today to schedule your Private showing at 740-645-7921.

What makes a great Midwest hunt? It’s the ground. The genetics. The management. And the execution.

Ohio has proven itself as one of the premier whitetail states in the country, offering the habitat, genetics, and terrain serious hunters look for. Opportunities to secure large, contiguous tracts like this in southeastern Ohio are becoming increasingly rare, especially in locations surrounded by proven big buck country.

I’ve been an outdoorsman nearly my entire life and have put boots on the ground across thousands and thousands of acres. Properties like this do not come along often. This one is different. This is paydirt, the kind of land you rarely see offered for sale in southeastern Ohio.

When searching for hunting properties, we often look for land near large blocks of tillable acreage because we know those opportunities are scarce. Here, you don’t benefit from nearby tillable ground, YOU ARE THE HUB. With approximately 243 acres of contiguous ground, this property has the scale, layout, and internal diversity required to consistently grow mature bucks year after year.

Located just outside the world-famous Wayne National Forest and near the Crown City Wildlife Area, this farm sits in the heart of proven big buck country. If you’re familiar with southeastern Ohio, you already understand how rare this opportunity is.

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS

This farm offers excellent access and convenience without sacrificing the depth and seclusion serious hunters' demand. The main entrance comes directly off a blacktop road just off a state route, remaining within sight of that route while still providing a private and controlled access point.

The property features approximately 1,900 feet of dual sided road frontage, along with additional access from a secondary gravel road on the northeast side of the farm, creating multiple entry options and strategic advantages.

Utilities including water and electric are available at the road, with septic subject to soil testing and approvals. Building opportunities are abundant. Unlike many southeastern Ohio properties that leave you wondering where you could build, this farm offers multiple potential home or lodge sites, allowing you to decide exactly how you want to enjoy it.

TOPOGRAPHY, FIELDS, AND WATER

The land lays out exceptionally well for both hunting and management. Hay fields are currently in place and could be converted if desired, while the field edges are already protected by established switchgrass breaks and hinge cutting in parts of the farm . These areas provide critical cover and comfort for wildlife, buffering the fields from mild residential road traffic.

A beautiful flowing creek runs along the eastern side of the tillable acreage, creating a natural break and a dependable year-round water source. The creek is accessible by four-wheel drive and adds both habitat value and visual appeal to the farm.

Thermal advantages throughout the property provide strong late-season value, particularly during snowy or cold conditions when browse, shelter, and terrain become even more critical. One of the standout features is an internal south-facing slope. When cresting the ridge and feeling the warmth of the sun on a cold day, it becomes immediately clear why deer utilize this area so heavily. These south-facing slopes act as natural thermal bedding and are a major late-season advantage.

TRAILS AND ACCESSIBILITY

The trail system has been freshly reopened and is accessible throughout the farm. These trails support multiple hunting strategies and allow for efficient property management, stand access, and equipment use.

The rolling terrain creates a highly engaging and huntable layout. Elevation changes lead to defined ridge tops, funnels, and transition zones. Playing the topography here becomes both intuitive and effective, and the diverse trail system allows you to capitalize on varying wind conditions and seasonal movement patterns.

With the acreage effectively split by terrain features, the farm offers flexibility for hunting multiple wind directions. While the predominant wind is out of the southwest, experienced Ohio hunters understand the importance of on-site wind testing and adaptive setups, and this farm’s layout allows for exactly that.

The size and configuration of the property allow you to hunt big, hunt smart, and avoid burning out prime areas, even if you’re traveling from a distance.

TIMBER, HABITAT, AND SIGN

The timber stand across the property is a major asset and has not been select cut in an estimated 15+ years, providing excellent structure, mast production, and long-term value. Acorn production is strong, with various oaks throughout the property including white oak. Rather than concentrating movement into a single area, these timber pockets create multiple natural feeding and transition zones that spread pressure and improve hunt ability.

Several areas feature a clean forest floor that creates clear bow-range shooting opportunities. One of the standout timber features is located along the western boundary, where an impressive stand of mature white oak anchors the landscape.

Whitetail sign on this property is extensive and immediately noticeable. Trails, scrapes, rubs, hoof prints, and droppings are present across the farm. This is not isolated or seasonal sign, but consistent, property-wide evidence of heavy deer usage.

Throughout the farm, there are sticks and natural materials scattered across the ground that provide ideal opportunities for building natural tree stand setups and brushing in locations without additional disturbance.

UNIQUE FEATURES

One of the most distinctive aspects of this farm is the presence of natural caves. These features add a tremendous amount of character and uniqueness to the property and contribute to the overall experience of exploring and owning the land. As you move deeper into the hollows, you encounter some of the most memorable and visually impressive terrain this region has to offer.

And then there’s the barn.

This is not just an old structure; it’s a statement piece. With solid concrete floors and a creatively designed hay loft, the barn carries both nostalgia and functional potential. It offers restoration and creative-use opportunities that go far beyond simple storage.

HUNTING

This property is set up for serious whitetail and turkey hunting. Terrain, cover, food sources, water, and access come together to create a farm that can be hunted effectively without excessive pressure.

There are existing tree stands in place. No gimmicks. No overdevelopment. Just proven setups in the right locations. Years of trail camera history have been shared on this property, validating its consistent ability to grow and hold mature deer. While walking the farm, a shed was also recovered, reinforcing what the sign already made clear.

The question is not whether big bucks live here. The question is whether you are ready to hunt them.

PROPERTY DETAILS
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• Approximately 243 ± acres in Lawrence County, Ohio
• Located in Willow Wood, Ohio
• Asking Price $1,000,000
• Extensive road frontage with dual access points
• Blacktop access directly off a state route
• Secondary gravel road access on the northeast side
• Utilities available at the road including electric and water
• Septic subject to soil testing and approvals
• Large hay fields with established switchgrass edge cover
• Flowing creek along the eastern side of the tillable acreage
• Freshly reopened and accessible trail system
• Timber has not been select cut in an estimated 15+ years
• Various oaks throughout including white oak
• Internal south-facing thermal slopes
• Natural cave features that add character and uniqueness
• Historic barn with concrete floors and restoration potential
• Proven whitetail and turkey habitat
• Located near Wayne National Forest and Crown City Wildlife Area
• CAUV eligible
• All seller-owned mineral rights will convey at closing
• Parcel Numbers 32-011-1100.00, 32-014-0100.000, 32-030-1700.000, 32-030-1700.001, 32-030-1701.02, 32-030-1701.000, 32-031-0100.000
• Annual Taxes: $1,568.02
• Coordinates: 38.5609, -82.452
• Shown strictly by appointment only. Agents must be present at all times.

For additional information or to schedule your showing, please contact Joshua Henry, Ohio Land Professional. Joshua Henry at Josh@Buckeyelandsales.com or by phone at 740-645-7921. All information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.