78.4 Acres with Big Muddy River Frontage, Trophy Hunting, and Build Potential | Williamson County, Illinois
Located just north of Herrin in Williamson County, Illinois, this 78.4 acre riverfront property offers an outstanding combination of trophy deer hunting, recreational opportunity, and future build potential. With direct frontage on the Big Muddy River and close proximity to town, this is a rare chance to own a versatile hunting and recreational tract in Southern Illinois.
The property is ideally set up for serious whitetail and turkey hunters. Surrounded by agricultural fields, the land naturally funnels deer movement along the river corridor while providing excellent bedding habitat and travel routes. Established trails planted in clover, multiple food plot locations, and proven trail camera and harvest history further enhance the hunting setup.
The east boundary borders the Big Muddy River, offering scenic views, private river access, and strong fishing opportunities. An existing slough also provides the potential to develop a duck hunting area. With road frontage and power available at the road, the property is also well suited for a future home, cabin, or weekend retreat.
Properties combining river frontage, hunting habitat, and build potential this close to Herrin are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Whether you're looking for a premier recreational property or a long-term land investment, this tract checks all the boxes.
Property details
78.4 total acres
Williamson County, Illinois
Located 5 miles north of Herrin, Illinois
Big Muddy River frontage along east boundary
Private river access
Road frontage with power available
Established trail system throughout property
Trails planted in clover
Multiple established food plot locations
Potential future home or cabin site
Existing slough with duck hunting potential
Key features
78.4 acres in Southern Illinois
Big Muddy River frontage
Private river access
Excellent trophy deer hunting habitat
Strong turkey hunting opportunities
Potential duck hunting setup
Existing slough off the river
Surrounded by agricultural fields
Natural deer travel corridor
Established clover trail system
Multiple food plot locations
Trail camera and harvest history
Road frontage with utilities available
Potential build site for cabin or home
Convenient location near Herrin
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