Elk County, Kansas Land For Sale (17 results)
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05/09/2026
$590,000
125 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - 324 EK/CQ County Line, Grenola, KS
Midwest Land Group is proud to present this Elk County gem of a farm. This 125-acre property is the kind of place hunters spend years trying to find. The mix of big timber, tillable ground, and natural water creates everything wildlife needs to stay on the property year-round. A spring-fed creek runs through the farm, and with a stocked pond as another water source, the layout naturally pulls deer and turkey through every part of the ground. The hunting history here speaks for itself, with years of proven success and strong numbers.
What makes this place special is how well-balanced it is. The timber provides excellent bedding and cover, while the tillable acreage gives consistent food sources that keep game close. Whether you enjoy bow hunting tight timber corridors or watching larger fields during rifle season, the property sets up well for different hunting styles. With an established trail system and ease of access, this property can be hunted at any time of the season and in any wind.
Beyond the hunting, the property is built to enjoy the outdoors every day of the year. The house and two shops make it easy to stay for the weekend or full time, with plenty of room for equipment, gear, and side-by-sides. After a morning hunt, there's nothing better than spending the afternoon by the pond or listening to the creek run through the timber. This truly is a farm that you won't want to miss out on. For more information or to set up a private tour, call Ben Jacks at (580) 304-9109.
Property Features
-125 acres
-Proven hunting history with strong deer and turkey numbers
-Big timber
-Spring-fed creek running through the property year-round
-Stocked pond
-Tillable acreage
-Natural pinch points, creek crossings, and edge lines throughout the property
-House and two shops
-Dead end road
07/22/2024
$10,696,000
1337 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - Longton, KS
1,337 +/- acres of Elk River bottom ground For Sale
TRACT 1: 204+/- acres, unimproved land consisting of approximately 160 acres of very productive river bottom crop ground with approximately 49 acres of Timber & Elk River. Crop ground soils are Mason silt loam, 0-1% Slopes, Class IW (44%) and Verdigris silt loam, 0-1% slopes, Class IIw (28%), and Dennis silt loam, 1-3% slopes, Class IIe (11%). Graveled road access on two sides. In addition to excellent crop ground, this tract offers deer and turkey hunting with the hardwood forest along the Elk River, as well as excellent fishing for catfish.
TRACT 2: 311+/- acres improved farm with approximately 220 acres of excellent quality tillable Elk River bottom crop ground (70%) with the balance being an improved farmstead, Elk River, and hardwood timber. Farm related improvements are: 40x100 open front machine shed, and an older two-story Bank Barn (a classic), There are also some welded pipe corrals. Crop ground soils are Mason silt loam, 0-1% Slopes, Class IW (57.7%) and Verdigris silt loam, 0-1% slopes, Class IIw. EXCELLENT hunting & fishing & hardwood timber along the Elk River. Highly productive Elk River bottom crop ground. This will make a nice farm headquarters.
TRACT 3: 376 Acres of unimproved land with approximately 337 acres of excellent quality riverbottom crop ground (90%). Soils are nearly 85% Verdi gris silt loam, 0-1% Slopes, with the balance being Lanton silty clay loam, 0-2% slopes- both Class IIw. The Elk River is lined with hardwood timber, providing excellent cover for deer and turkey as well as very good catfish habitat. This tract is 90% tillable and highly productive Elk River bottom crop ground. There are three large fields ranging from 55 acres to 174 acres in size. Paved (HWY 160) and graveled road access.
TRACT 4: 22 Acres of unimproved land consisting of 16 acres of Crop Ground and 6 acres of Timber. Crop ground soils are Verdigris silt loam, highly productive. This would make a very nice residential property or recreational hunting property. Hwy 160 Frontage for great access.
TRACT 5: 424 Acres of unimproved land consisting of 371 Acres of Elk River Bottom Crop Ground with 53 acres of Elk River and Timber. Soils are all Class II, Verdigris silt loam, Lanton silty clay loam, and Osage silty clay loam, very productive soils. Highway 160 divides this into two tracts, providing excel lent paved frontage. The Elk River forms the south boundary for the most part and provides hardwood timber and water which is very beneficial for wildlife.
05/15/2026
$1,200,000
265 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - 460 Road 24A, Longton, KS
This diverse 265 acre property offers an exceptional combination of recreational opportunity, productive ground, and comfortable country living in a highly desirable area of southeastern Kansas. With a blend of mature timber, new growth cover, rolling topography, and strong wildlife habitat, the property is well-equipped for both hunting and agricultural use while also providing an ideal setup for a full-time residence or hunting retreat.
The land features a well-balanced mix of habitat types, including mature hardwood timber, dense bedding cover, wet weather drainages, native and tame grasses, multiple ponds, as well as the potential for tillable acreage, creating ideal conditions for wildlife. Several access points and an established internal trail system allow for excellent maneuverability throughout the property and provide strategic access for both hunting and land management. From a hunting perspective, this property checks nearly every box. The combination of thick cover, elevation changes, nearby destination agricultural fields, and proximity to the Elk River just one-half mile away creates outstanding wildlife movement and habitat diversity. The property offers excellent opportunities for whitetail deer, turkey, waterfowl, and small game hunting, with multiple locations suitable for food plots and additional habitat improvements. Freshwater fishing opportunities in the ponds further enhance the recreational appeal. In addition to recreation, the property offers strong agricultural potential, with portions containing Class I and Class II soils, along with fenced and cross-fenced pasture suitable for grazing or livestock use.
Improvements include a 1,258 sq. ft. updated ranch-style home featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, making it ideal as a primary residence, rental, hunting camp, or weekend getaway. Additional improvements include a 28'x60' barn, lean-to, and detached garage, providing ample space for equipment, livestock needs, storage, or recreational use.
Conveniently located just 1.5 miles from Longton, KS, 2.5 miles from US Highway 160, and within easy driving distance of Independence, Bartlesville, Wichita, and Tulsa, the property combines seclusion and accessibility in one attractive package.
Whether you're looking for a hunting property with proven habitat, a productive grazing operation, or a multi-use recreational retreat with living quarters already in place, this 265-acre tract offers versatility, functionality, and long-term potential. For the investor, the property has the potential to provide ROI through multiple revenue streams, including grazing leases, hunting leases, tillable lease potential, as well as rental or VRBO income. All mineral, natural gas, and oil rights will transfer with no current production. The property is fenced and cross-fenced, with fencing ranging from average to very good condition.
Contact Rural Property Specialist Jake Kolb at 620-252-5881 or with any questions or to schedule a private showing.
Property Highlights - 265 Acres - Fenced & Cross-Fenced - Mature Timber & New Growth Timber - Multiple Ponds & Wet Weather Drainages - Elevation Changes & Dense Bedding Cover - Internal Trail System - Multiple Access Points - Food Plot Potential - Nearby Destination Ag Fields - Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl & Freshwater Fishing Opportunities - Grazing Potential - Class I & II Soils - 1,258 Sq. Ft. Ranch-Style Home - 2 Bedrooms / 1 Bathroom - 28'x60' Barn - Lean-To - Detached Garage - 1/2 Mile from Elk River - 1.5 Miles to Longton, KS - 2.5 Miles to US Highway 160 - 30 Miles to Independence, KS - 57 Miles to Bartlesville, OK - 95 Miles to Wichita, KS - 99 Miles to Tulsa, OK
05/01/2026
$495,000
130.29 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - 301 E 1st, Longton, KS
Located on 130A +/- in southeast Elk County near Longton, Kansas-known as the self-proclaimed whitetail capital of Kansas-this diverse and well-balanced property offers a unique combination of agricultural productivity, recreational appeal, and natural beauty.
The property features approximately 42 acres of Class I and II soils, currently established in cool-season and Bermuda grasses. This acreage provides excellent versatility, whether utilized for grazing, hay production, or easily converted into productive row crop ground or food plots.
An additional 20-acre hay meadow offers income potential and flexibility, suitable for prairie hay production, livestock grazing, or leasing opportunities.
With over 52 acres of timber, the property provides exceptional wildlife habitat, including mature trees, natural cover, and ideal conditions for hunting and outdoor recreation. Enhancing the landscape is over one-half mile of Hitchen Creek running through the property, serving as a reliable water source and adding to the overall scenic appeal. The old Hitchen Creek bridge is still there for your personal use
Unique features such as striking rock formations, cliffs, and natural terrain changes set this property apart and create a truly one-of-a-kind setting.
Access is convenient with entry points from county roads in southwest and northeast corners and along east side, allowing for ease of use and multiple access options.
Ideally located within driving distance of Wichita, Kansas; Tulsa, Oklahoma; and Kansas City, this property is well-suited for a weekend retreat, hunting property, or long-term investment.
Property Highlights:
130 acres in southeast Elk County near Longton in prime Kansas whitetail country
~42 acres of Class I & II soils in established grass
20-acre hay meadow with income or lease potential
52+ acres of mature timber providing excellent wildlife habitat and hunting
Over 1/2 mile of Hitchen Creek running through the property
Unique terrain features including rock formations and cliffs
Multiple county road access points for easy entry and usability
Convenient access to Wichita, Tulsa, and Kansas City
Excellent fit for recreation, hunting, farming, or investment
04/03/2026
$400,000
108.5 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - 2349 U.S. 160, Longton, KS
108.5 acres located just outside of Longton, KS, offering the perfect blend of pasture, timber, and improvements. This property features a farmhouse, garage, and other outbuildings, providing a solid setup for a rural lifestyle with plenty of functional space. The pastures offer excellent grass, ideal for grazing livestock, along with a hay meadow on the south side of the property. A great mix of open ground and mature trees adds both functionality and natural beauty. Several ponds—recently cleaned out—provide reliable water sources and enhance the property’s appeal for livestock and wildlife alike. This tract is well-suited for hunting, with strong populations of deer, turkey, and other wildlife. Whether you're looking for a working cattle property, a hunting retreat, or a combination of both, this property offers a great opportunity in a desirable location.
08/19/2026
Auction
190 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - Native Rd & Rd 24, Howard, KS
Vaughn-Roth Land Brokers is honored to represent Donges Properties 2, LLC with the sale of this premium 190-acre recreational tract located between Howard and Flint Oak in Elk County, KS. If you have been looking for an excellent turn-key hunting and fishing tract that is already set up with food plots, blinds, and feeders already in place, you will want to come take a look at this beautiful property! This online auction will begin at Noon on September 25th, 2026 with a dynamic closing beginning at Noon on September 29th, 2026. You aren’t going to want to miss this excellent opportunity to invest in quality Elk County land!
Located in the large expansive rolling hills of eastern Elk County between Howard and Flint Oak, sits this exceptional quality recreational unit looking for a new owner. The property features heavy Oak, Walnut, and Cedar filled timber, dense bedding areas, three established food plots with box blinds and feeders already in place, beautiful rolling topography with 110’ of elevation change, a beautiful large spring fed pond providing good fishing opportunities, and stout populations of deer, turkey, and quail. This property sits at the end of a dead-end road in a large 6000+ acre block of open land with no interior roads offering exceptional seclusion for growing large trophy Whitetail Deer. This is a tract that should be moved to the top of your list!
The landowner has worked diligently over the past two years to turn this previous grazing unit into a true wildlife paradise. Cattle have not been run on the property for the past two years allowing native grasses to make a strong recovery with emphasis placed on managing for the elimination of invasive species (Sericea Lespedeza and Johnson Grass). This management has resulted in excellent large mature native grass bedding cover for mature deer utilizing the property. The landowner has additionally added three food plots to the property with ingress/egress access in mind to pull deer to the secluded food plots from bedding in the middle portion of the property and from surrounding properties. These food plots each have Blinds/Stands/Feeders already in place on them further enhancing the hunting appeal of the property. The landowner has additionally cleared and mowed access trails throughout the property, made crossings in the draws, and built a dock on the pond. With the natural layout of the property, the tract already featured good natural hunting potential, combine this with the extensive habitat work of the landowner, and you have a top-of-the-line recreational tract that offers turn-key hunting and fishing with all the hard work already done for the new owner!
This property has tons to offer and is one that you need to come get your eyes on in person. The landowner purchased this property because of its strong hunting potential given its natural layout with its combination of heavy timber and rangeland, quality soils for adding food plots to the tract for attracting and holding wildlife, heavy population of Oaks for acorn production, extreme seclusion on a dead-end road in a 6000+ acre block of open land with no interior roads, and the beautiful spring fed pond in the middle of the property. This property has been extremely well cared for with true management completed and is a turn-key unit waiting for a new owner to enjoy! A large open sided shed is located along the eastern border of the property that could be used to park a camper in when staying to hunt and rural water and electrical lines are additionally both located within ¼-mile of the property (please contact the Rural Water district with questions regarding meter availability and capacity). The property is also located 3-miles SW of famous Flint Oak offering additional hunting and fishing opportunities to the future landowner. If you would like to take a look at the property, or have questions, please contact Henry Ott at 620-437-7340. Thank you!
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Auction Info: Property will be auctioned via online auction beginning at Noon on Friday September 25th, 2026 and will begin closing with a dynamic close beginning at Noon on Tuesday September 29th, 2026.
Earnest Money: $60,000 due day of the auction.
Closing: On or before October 29th, 2026
Possession: Full possession at closing.
2025 Taxes: $896.18
Driving Directions from Howard: Head East on Limestone Rd for 6.5-miles to Rd 23. Head North on Rd 23 for 2.5-miles to Native Rd. Head East on Native Rd for 1-mile to Rd 24. Head south on Rd 24 for 1/8th-mile and the property will start on the west side of the road.
Legal Description: NE4 SW4, NW4 SE4, S2 NE4, S2 NE4 NE4, and SE4 NW4 NE4 all in Section 29-29S-12E of the 6th PM; Elk County, KS (190 +/- Acres)
Disclosures:
As with most properties in the area, there is a presence of Sericea Lespedeza on the subject property.
11/22/2024
$367,500
70 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - Moline, KS 67353 - Elk County, Moline, KS
70 +/- acres of prime hunting land in the heart of whitetail country. Wildcat Creek winds through the property, providing water and travel corridors that draw in deer and other wildlife. The diverse habitat features thick brush, hardwood ridges, and some open meadows - the perfect combination for growing big bucks with impressive genetics.
Plenty of cover and natural browse make this a sanctuary where wildlife thrives undisturbed. Hunters will appreciate the natural funnels and pinch points created by the terrain. Whether you're looking to fill your freezer or just enjoy observing nature, this unspoiled property offers a true sportsman's paradise.
Low hunting pressure combined with an ideal habitat translates into a mature deer herd with age class you don't find many places anymore. If you've been searching for a slice of the outdoors to call your own, THIS is the trophy property you've dreamed about.
Contact Listing Agent: Brenton Washausen (405) 406-7798
Property Features:
-Wildcat Creek
-Mature Hardwoods
-Gravel Road Access
-Great Deer Herd
-Turkey
-77 Miles From Wichita, KS
-118 Miles From Joplin, MO
-102 Miles From Tulsa, OK
08/14/2026
Auction
102 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - Flint, Longton, KS 67352, Longton, KS
Elk County Land Auction – 180+/- acres selling in 2 Tracts
September 24, 2026; 4PM
Auction Location: SunGroup Real Estate Fredonia; 431 N 6th St, Fredonia, KS
Live Auction with Online Bidding Option
Tract 2: 102+/- acres
This tract offers a nice blend of productive cropland and timbered creek. Hitchen Creek is lined with hardwood timber and meanders throughout the property providing excellent habitat for wildlife. Soils are predominately Mason silt loam 0-1% slopes (Class I); Lanton silty clay loam, 0-2% slopes (Class II); and Verdigris silt loam, 0-1% slopes (Class II).
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: The Southeast Quarter lying North and East of Hitchen Creek Less Right-of-way in Section 32, Township 30S, Range 12E
Parcel ID: 149-32-0-00-00-001.00-0
DIRECTIONS: From HWY 160 at Longton; east to 31 Rd; north about ½ mile to Flint Rd; West on Flint Rd about 1 mile; property is on south.
2026 Taxes: $1416 (estimated)
TERMS: Bidding will be by the acre. The successful bidder will be required to sign a purchase contract and deposit 10% of the purchase price as earnest money at the conclusion of the auction. Balance of purchase price will be due upon title approval and closing. Closing will be on or before October 26, 2026. Title Insurance and Closing Fee will be divided evenly between Seller & Buyer. Property is not selling subject to financing or appraised value. Buyer should rely on their own information, judgement, and inspection of the property & public records. Property is selling subject to easements, rights-of-way, roadways, & restrictions of record, if any. Announcements day of auction shall take precedence over any printed material or prior information. Selling Subject to Seller Confirmation.
07/08/2026
$1,474,800
368.7 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - 00000 Blackjack, Moline, KS
Located in the Flinthills Region, just 4 miles southwest of Moline, Kansas. 369 +- Acre Recreational/Ranch that is a diversified tract of land featuring Baker’s Branch of the Middle Caney Creek, 55 acres of Tillable Crop ground, 38 acres of Tame grass pasture, 64-acre Native Hay meadow with the balance being Native Bluestem pasture.
This is truly the perfect set-up for hunting and cattle and there are several good building sites with a rural water meter for a future farmstead and/or hunting lodge. The crop ground will hold the deer, provide grain and/or hay for livestock. The Baker’s Branch of the Middle Caney Creek runs through the center of the property and is away from the roads, isolating the crop field and deer bedding areas from sight. And there are three stock ponds providing water for livestock and wildlife. Good access is provided on three sides from Blackjack Road, Angus Road, and Road 11. This is one of those rare properties that can be developed into a really nice place by someone with the vision.
Highlights:
55 acres of productive crop ground
Excellent Access
Good water from ponds and Rural Water meter
Productive Native hay meadow
Income and Recreation
Fenced and Crossfenced
Excellent Whitetail Deer hunting
Bobwhite Quail
Turkeys
07/28/2026
$6,141,250
1415 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - RD 25, Longton, KS
Pickett Ranch is a legacy-owned 1,415 acre livestock ranch on the eastern edge of the Kansas Flint Hills. Designed to support a 300-head cow-calf operation or up to 750 yearlings, it features productive native prairie, hay meadows, custom livestock facilities, abundant water with 25+ ponds and 5 miles of creeks, excellent fencing, and outstanding headquarters, making it a turnkey cattle operation with exceptional long-term value.
Land
Located on the eastern edge of the legendary Kansas Flint Hills, Pickett Ranch encompasses approximately 1,415 acres of highly productive native prairie that has supported generations of successful livestock production. Held in legacy ownership, this exceptional ranch represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the region's premier cattle operations.
The Flint Hills are internationally recognized as the largest remaining expanse of native tallgrass prairie in North America, where the combination of limestone-derived soils, native warm-season grasses, and favorable rainfall has made the region one of the finest cattle-producing landscapes in the country. Unlike much of the Great Plains, the shallow limestone and chert soils prevented widespread cultivation, preserving thousands of acres of nutrient-rich native rangeland that continue to produce exceptional grazing today.
The ranch's extensive limestone formations contribute to mineral-rich soils that support vigorous stands of Big Bluestem, Little Bluestem, Indiangrass, and Switchgrass--the signature grasses of the Flint Hills. These deep-rooted native grasses provide excellent forage quality, outstanding drought resilience, and remarkable carrying capacity for both cow-calf and stocker operations. The limestone-derived soils also contribute valuable calcium and minerals that enhance forage nutrition for grazing livestock.
The ranch can be operated as a 300-head cow-calf operation or utilizing a rotational grazing program that could support up to 750 yearlings. Careful management has maintained the health and productivity of the native Flint Hills prairie, allowing the ranch to consistently provide excellent grazing.
Complementing the native range are 300 acres of farmland that is productive hay meadows capable of producing up to three tons per acre during favorable growing seasons, providing an excellent source of winter feed while adding another valuable agricultural income component to the operation.
The headquarters has been thoughtfully designed for efficiency, allowing livestock to move smoothly through every phase of operation. Improvements include:
Custom livestock working facility with functional cattle pens and sorting traps
Holding pens and heavy-duty working chutes
Livestock working barn with head catch
Covered loafing barns
Overhead feed storage
Hay storage barn
Elevated loading dock designed for efficient livestock transportation
Climate-controlled veterinary and medical supply building
Large, shaded headquarters situated on a mature wooded setting
Public rural water and electric service
RV hookup with utilities
The layout allows multiple livestock trailers to load and unload efficiently while providing ample space for equipment storage and day-to-day ranch operations.
Legacy ranches of this caliber seldom become available. Combining highly productive native Flint Hills prairie, exceptional hay production, extensive livestock infrastructure, and decades of careful stewardship, Pickett Ranch offers the qualities serious cattle producers and long-term land investors seek.
Whether the next owner continues the ranch's tradition as a premier cow-calf operation, expands a stocker grazing enterprise, or simply preserves one of the most productive native grass ranches in southeastern Kansas, Pickett Ranch stands as an outstanding example of the enduring value of Kansas Flint Hills ranchland.
Improvements
Pickett Ranch is exceptionally well equipped for large-scale livestock production, with infrastructure designed to maximize efficiency, livestock handling, and long-term durability. Improvements include extensive custom-built livestock working facilities featuring steel working pens, sorting traps, holding pens, rotational grazing pastures, heavy-duty custom gates, and steel pipe corners and braces. The headquarters is well designed for the smooth movement of livestock and is equipped with premium WW Livestock handling equipment, including commercial-grade working chutes and a hydraulic head catch system for safe and efficient cattle processing. Additional improvements include grain storage, a hay barn, graveled headquarters and working pens, Mirafount automatic livestock waterers, and a remodeled 1996 single-wide ranch hand residence accompanied by multiple utility barns and outbuildings.
The ranch is serviced by both rural water and a private water well, public electric service, and RV hookups, providing flexibility for daily ranch operations and accommodating additional help or guests. Water is abundant throughout the property, with more than 25 ponds, approximately 5 miles of live and watershed creeks, and strategically placed water sources that support an efficient rotational grazing program. Access is outstanding, with over 7 miles of county-maintained roads traversing and bordering the ranch, providing year-round accessibility to nearly every pasture. Complemented by newer perimeter and cross fencing, the ranch is thoughtfully improved to efficiently support a 300-head cow-calf operation or up to 750 yearling stockers, making it a true turnkey livestock operation.
Recreation
Beyond its exceptional livestock production, Pickett Ranch offers outstanding recreational and hunting opportunities in an area renowned for producing high-quality Kansas whitetails. Located within Kansas Deer Management Unit 12, the ranch has a proven history of producing mature, trophy-class whitetail bucks. Equally important, Pickett Ranch is situated among large neighboring ranches that are extensively managed for whitetail deer, creating a substantial landscape where quality deer management, limited hunting pressure, and an emphasis on allowing bucks to reach maturity contribute to the area's exceptional trophy potential.
The ranch itself provides an impressive combination of habitat and terrain. Native prairie, wooded draws, limestone outcroppings, creek bottoms, and numerous water sources provide year-round cover, forage, and travel corridors for wildlife. These diverse habitat types, combined with the surrounding acreage under active whitetail management, make Pickett Ranch particularly well positioned for the hunter seeking the opportunity to consistently pursue older-age-class, trophy-quality Kansas bucks.
Waterfowl hunting adds another exceptional dimension to the recreational opportunities at Pickett Ranch. During the fall migration, the ranch's numerous ponds provide attractive resting and feeding areas for migrating ducks and geese moving through the region. These strategically distributed water sources create opportunities to hunt multiple locations as conditions and bird movement change throughout the season, offering exciting waterfowl hunting in addition to the ranch's outstanding big-game opportunities.
Wild turkey are also abundant across the ranch, providing excellent spring and fall hunting opportunities. For the avid bow hunter, heavily traveled creek corridors and timbered draws create natural funnels and numerous strategic stand locations. Elevated ridges, open native grass hillsides, and expansive sight lines also provide exceptional opportunities for long-range rifle hunting.
Pickett Ranch offers a high-caliber recreational component that complements its highly productive agricultural operation. From trophy-class Kansas whitetails and abundant wild turkey to excellent fall waterfowl hunting, the ranch provides a diverse range of sporting opportunities throughout the year. The combination of quality habitat, abundant water, proven trophy whitetails, and its location among large, intensively managed ranches distinguishes Pickett Ranch as an exceptional hunting and recreational property.
Agriculture
Located along the eastern edge of the Kansas Flint Hills, Elk County is widely recognized as one of the premier cattle-producing regions in the central United States. The area's combination of fertile limestone-derived soils, abundant native tallgrass prairie, and dependable rainfall has supported successful livestock operations for generations.
The region receives approximately 32 to 35 inches of average annual precipitation, with nearly three-quarters of the rainfall occurring during the primary growing season from April through September. This favorable moisture pattern promotes production of warm-season native grasses while providing reliable forage for grazing livestock throughout much of the year.
The ranch lies within the historic Flint Hills Tallgrass Prairie, home to the largest remaining expanse of native tallgrass prairie in North America. Dominant forage species--including big bluestem, little bluestem, Indiangrass, and switchgrass--are renowned for their exceptional nutritional value, deep root systems, drought resilience, and outstanding weight gains in grazing cattle. The region's limestone-derived soils naturally contribute to highly productive native rangeland, making the Flint Hills one of the nation's most respected areas for commercial cow-calf and stocker operations.
Hot summers, mild springs and falls, and generally moderate winters provide a long grazing season, while the rolling limestone prairies, hardwood-lined creek bottoms, and productive hay meadows create an ideal balance of livestock production and wildlife habitat. The combination of abundant native forage, dependable rainfall, and well-watered pastures has established Elk County as one of Kansas' premier destinations for cattle ranching and long-term agricultural investment.
Water/Mineral Rights & Natural Resources
08/14/2026
Auction
180 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - Longton, KS 67352, Longton, KS
ELK COUNTY LAND AUCTION 180+/- Acres Selling in 2 Tracts September 24, 2026 • 4:00 PM Auction Location: SunGroup Real Estate, Fredonia 431 N 6th St., Fredonia, KS TRACT 1 – 79+/- ACRES This approximately 79+/- acre tract consists primarily of tillable cropland with productive soils and county road frontage. Approximately 24 acres are hay meadow, with the balance currently planted to corn. Legal Description: The West Half of the Southwest Quarter (W/2 SW/4), Less Right-of-Way, of Section 33, Township 30S, Range 12E, Elk County, Kansas. Parcel ID: 148-33-0-00-00-005.00-0 2026 Taxes: $1,111.76 TRACT 2 – 102+/- ACRES This approximately 102+/- acre tract offers a nice combination of productive cropland, timber, and recreational opportunities. Hitchen Creek meanders throughout the property and is lined with mature hardwood timber, creating excellent habitat for deer, turkey, waterfowl, and other wildlife. Legal Description: The Southeast Quarter lying North and East of Hitchen Creek, Less Right-of-Way, in Section 32, Township 30S, Range 12E. Parcel ID: 149-32-0-00-00-001.00-0 2026 Taxes: $1,416 estimated AUCTION TERMS Bidding will be by the acre. The successful bidder will be required to sign a purchase contract and deposit 10% of the purchase price as earnest money at the conclusion of the auction. The balance will be due upon title approval and closing, with closing to occur on or before October 26, 2026. Title insurance and closing fees will be divided equally between the Seller and Buyer. Property is not selling subject to financing or appraised value. Buyers should rely on their own information, judgment, and inspection of the property and public records. Property is selling subject to easements, rights-of-way, roadways, and restrictions of record, if any. Announcements made the day of the auction take precedence over all printed material and prior information. Selling Subject to Seller Confirmation.
08/14/2026
Auction
79 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - Flint, Longton, KS 67352, Longton, KS
Elk County Land Auction – 180+/- acres selling in 2 Tracts
September 24, 2026; 4PM
Auction Location: SunGroup Real Estate Fredonia; 431 N 6th St, Fredonia, KS
Live Auction with Online Bidding Option
Tract 1: 79+/- acres
Consists primarily of tillable cropland with productive soils and county road frontage. Approximately 24 acres of Hay Meadow with the balance currently planted to corn. Soils are predominately Mason silt loam, 0-1% slopes (Class I) and Dennis silt loam, 3-7% slopes (Class III).
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: The West Half of the Southwest Quarter (W/2 SW/4) Less Right-of-way of Section 33, Township 30S, Range 12E, Elk County, KS
Parcel ID: 148-33-0-00-00-005.00-0
2026 Taxes: $1111.76
TERMS: Bidding will be by the acre. The successful bidder will be required to sign a purchase contract and deposit 10% of the purchase price as earnest money at the conclusion of the auction. Balance of purchase price will be due upon title approval and closing. Closing will be on or before October 26, 2026. Title Insurance and Closing Fee will be divided evenly between Seller & Buyer. Property is not selling subject to financing or appraised value. Buyer should rely on their own information, judgement, and inspection of the property & public records. Property is selling subject to easements, rights-of-way, roadways, & restrictions of record, if any. Announcements day of auction shall take precedence over any printed material or prior information. Selling Subject to Seller Confirmation.
10/31/2025
$811,250
324.5 ac.
ACTIVE
Elk County - E 3 Rd St, Elk Falls, KS
Here's a unique piece of ground with a lot of opportunity. Located just off Highway 160, East of Moline, KS. This property was once mined for limestone and still has plenty of rock left for the next owner. The mineral rights will transfer with the sale, making it a solid investment for anyone looking to continue quarry operations or hold it as a long-term resource.
Beyond its commercial side, the land has a great recreational feel. Wildcat Creek cuts through the property, adding a nice mix of water, wildlife, and cover. The varied terrain includes open benches, wooded areas, and creek bottoms, the kind of place where you can hunt, explore, or just get outside and enjoy it.
The seller is open to splitting the property, so whether you're looking for a full-scale quarry site or just a good piece of ground with character, this one's worth a look.
02/26/2026
$160,000
39.8 ac.
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Elk County - Road 25, Longton, KS
Hard-to-find 40-acre tract located just south of Longton, KS. This rural property is well-suited for livestock with newer 7-strand barbed wire fencing already in place and two ponds providing a convenient water source. The property offers access from a publicly maintained gravel road, making it easily accessible year-round. Whether you're looking to expand your operation, build your dream home, or invest in quality land, or looking for a get away place, this acreage provides a great combination of function and rural setting.
07/08/2026
$840,000
240 ac.
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Elk County - 0000 Angus, Moline, KS
240 +- acres of Flinthills Native Bluestem Rangeland. Located five miles southwest of Moline, Kansas. This tract features excellent access from graveled roads along the south and west sides. This is a very good grazing pasture with two big stock ponds strategically located for grazing livestock. Fences are barbed wire and typical for the area. In addition to livestock grazing one shouldn’t overlook the waterfowl and deer hunting.
05/21/2026
$1,966,800
596 ac.
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Elk County - Longton, KS
If you are looking for a great deer and other wildlife property here you are. this 596 acre property sits between two county roads and a mile across. Good to excellent native grass with good corrals off the road. Lots of timber in NW corner with draw running out of it to small tree lined creek to give you wildlife habitat. Been in family for years and excellent border fencing. Is leased for cattle grazing and hunting until Nov. 1st, just in time for rifle season. Another timber lined creek is on NE area, southern half is mainly open grass with just enough timber to entice deer and turkey.
02/23/2026
$600,000
157 ac.
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Elk County - 1 mile south of hwy 160 on road 10, Moline, KS
For sale by owner....This property is located just 3 mi west of Moline kansas in Elk County, with an abundance of deer, qual and turkey. Over 25 acres of tilable ground for your food plots or ag production. The tilable ground, had lime applied 2 years ago and grows excellent crops. For this upcoming season there will be 8 acres of corn, 11 milo, 4 acres soybeans and a mixture of cover seed adde for diversity. Tagging a big buck should be no problem and with 1/2 mi of wildcat creek going west and east you'll be sure to see some large bucks cruising. There's a wooded draw that runs north and south that is nice and thick and perfect for bedding and holding deer close buy. With the ongoing land management this property will be a big bucks destination. Quail numbers are on the rise and in an abundance. pasture portion of the property has a high elevation change that allows one to see alot of the surrounding area and great for glassing. The pasture has been in fallow for 4 years and is in good shape with many native plant species growing vigorously. Great for some cattle or leave be for the deer. Oil prices are at an all time high and with oil production on 2 sides of the property, you could be the next landman in oil. There's more to this property than one can describe, best way is to actually see it.
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