5490 U S Highway 51 Pickens, MS 39146

ESCAPE TO YOUR OWN PRIVATE RETREAT. Nestled in the peaceful countryside, this expansive 101-acre property in Madison County, Mississippi offers endless possibilities for those seeking the tranquility and beauty of rural living. Boasting half a mile of road frontage along Highway 51, this property provides easy access while maintaining a sense of seclusion. Located nine miles north of Canton, MS, this listing is in the very desirable Madison County School District. Utilities are readily available through electric service provider Entergy Mississippi, Inc. and water provider City of Canton.

PROPERTY / RECREATIONAL POSSIBILITIES. If you envision a private estate, a hobby farm, a hunting camp, or a weekend retreat, this land offers the ideal canvas on which to bring your dreams to life. Enjoy the abundant space, fresh air, and peaceful atmosphere that only the country can provide. This isnt just land; its your opportunity to create a private paradise all your own. Towering hardwoods offer a picturesque landscape, providing both natural beauty and shade throughout the seasons. The gentle slopes and varied terrain make it ideal for converting into lush pastureland, perfect for grazing or equestrian pursuits.

This land offers ample space for recreation. For outdoor enthusiasts, it is a dream come true, with well-established trails for hiking or ATVs, food plots, and opportunities for hunting or wildlife observation. Whitetail deer, turkey, and other small game animals typical to the Central Mississippi area are plentiful in this area. Plus

WHAT HAS BEEN, COULD BE AGAIN. A breathtaking 10-acre lake once graced this site many years ago and there is the potential for the future landowners to bring it back to life as a stunning centerpiece, perfect for fishing, kayaking, or simply soaking in the view.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

CANTON, MISSISSIPPI. MD101 is mere minutes north of Canton, MS, home of the very popular twice yearly Canton Flea Market. Canton is a quaint town with an historic town square centered around the courthouse and ringed with locally owned restaurants and boutiques.

ROSS BARNETT RESERVOIR: For the fishing or boating enthusiast, the 33,000-acre Ross Barnett Reservoir is 20 miles from the property. The Pearl River Valley Water Supply District manages the 33,000-acre Barnett Reservoir and the 17,000 acres surrounding the lake. Available activities on the lake include fishing, boating, skiing, and picnicking. Amenities at or near the lake include five campgrounds, 16 parks, 22 boat launches, three handicapped-accessible trails, two multi-purpose trails, a mountain bike trail, five marinas, and two golf courses. Game fish in the reservoir include largemouth and spotted bass, crappie, bream, catfish, striped and hybrid-striped bass.

NATCHEZ TRACE PARKWAY: Looking for a relaxing Sunday afternoon drive by car or motorcycle? The Natchez Trace Parkway is about 20 miles from MD101. Maintained as a national park, the Natchez Trace Parkway is 444-mile recreational road and scenic highway that runs from Natchez, MS to Nashville, TN. With its many historical sites and leisurely and strictly enforced 55-mph speed limit, the Trace offers many opportunities for sightseeing, hiking, and even camping. It is also pet friendly. Visitors to the Trace can spend a few hours, or a few days exploring this well-maintained roadway. There is a Natchez Trace access point 20 miles from the property.

LOCATION. MD101 is eight miles south of Pickens, MS and 15 miles south of Goodman, MS. Other cities and their distances from this listing are: Jackson, MS 35 miles, Memphis, TN 170 miles, Monroe, LA 150 miles, Gulfport, MS 200 miles, New Orleans, LA 222 miles.