000 200th Rd Annapolis, IL 62413

Located along the Clark and Crawford County line in Illinois, this compact recreational farm offers a combination of agricultural ground, hardwood timber, creek corridors, and secluded access that creates an appealing setup for hunting and outdoor recreation. The property is accessed from the west via E 200th Road, which transitions to a rock road as it travels downhill toward the bottom agricultural field. This existing access provides a practical route for hunting access as well as continued access for the agricultural operation on the property. One of the most interesting features of this property is the approximately 3 acres of existing corn. While the current agricultural use provides value, this secluded pocket of crop ground also presents an opportunity for a buyer interested in developing a strategically located food plot. The surrounding timber, creek corridors, agricultural ground, and neighboring woodlots create the type of habitat diversity that can make a relatively compact tract attractive for whitetail hunting and wildlife management. The property has a unique piece of history as well. Evidence of an old road remains along the northern portion of the property, leading toward an old steel bridge that crosses Willow Creek. This historic access route provides a potentially valuable way to reach the eastern side of the property while minimizing disturbance from the west. For a hunter, having multiple access options can be an important consideration when planning around wind direction, bedding areas, travel corridors, and changing conditions throughout the season. The eastern portion of the property consists of several smaller hillsides with mature white oaks and other hardwood species. These wooded slopes provide natural cover and mast-producing trees while adding topographic diversity to the tract. White oak acorns can be an important seasonal food source for deer, particularly when mast production is favorable. Combined with the agricultural field and surrounding habitat, the hardwood component adds another layer of wildlife value to this property. Willow Creek is another significant feature. In addition to the main creek corridor, a smaller feeder creek branches from Willow Creek and provides another natural feature through the property. This feeder creek creates an opportunity to approach the southeast portion of the property from a different direction while taking advantage of the existing terrain and cover. The combination of creek corridors, hillsides, hardwood timber, agricultural ground, and neighboring woodlots gives this property a diverse habitat layout despite its compact size. From a hunting perspective, the property is positioned within a landscape that can provide opportunities throughout the Illinois deer season. Creek corridors and timbered draws can serve as natural travel features, while the transition between crop ground and timber creates additional areas of interest for whitetail movement. The combination of food, cover, water, and terrain also creates potential for setting up different hunting locations depending on wind direction and seasonal deer movement. The property also offers potential for turkey hunting. The hardwood timber, creek corridors, agricultural ground, and surrounding wooded habitat provide several components commonly associated with wild turkey habitat. I plan to run trail cameras on the property and provide updates to the listing as deer activity is documented. Those future updates may provide additional insight into the wildlife using the property. For someone searching for an affordable-sized recreational property in eastern Illinois, this Clark and Crawford County line farm is worth a closer look. The property combines agricultural income potential, secluded access, hardwood timber, creek frontage and corridors, existing corn, historical access features, and opportunities for habitat improvement. Its location within a larger agricultural and wooded landscape adds to the recreational appeal, while the existing road and creek access provide several options for reaching different portions of the tract. Whether the goal is to own a manageable hunting property, establish a more intentional food plot, improve wildlife habitat, or simply secure a private piece of ground with timber, water, and agricultural characteristics, this property offers a strong foundation. The compact size can also make it practical to manage, with the existing corn, hardwoods, creeks, and access points providing several features to work with from the beginning. Contact Adam Crumrin, the listing agent, for more information. 217-276-2334