Land With National Forest & Creek Frontage

Land with National Forest and Creek Frontage Location: This unique property lays in the heart of the Ouachita National Forest in a beautiful valley setting between Rich Mountain to the North and the majestic Kiamichi Mountain Range to the South. The North property boundary adjoins the 1.8 million acre Ouachita National Forest, which provides excellent hunting opportunities for whitetail deer, eastern wild turkey, black bear, wild hog and other small game as well as direct access to an impressive network of ATV and horseback riding trails that are operated and maintained by the US Forest Service. The Kiamichi River flows just North of the property on National Forest land and is a deep hole of crystal clear water providing recreational opportunities for fishing and kayaking. The property is located in the small community or Big Cedar, OK. Nearby towns include Heavener, Talihina and Poteau, which is the county seat. Broken Bow Lake, which offers some of the best fishing in Oklahoma, is only a short 30 minute drive away to the South. Sardis Lake, Cedar Lake and Wister Lake are only minutes away as well. The Talimena Scenic Drive is five miles North. The property is a 1.5 hour drive from Fort Smith, Arkansas and about 3.5 hours from Dallas, Texas. The LandID map provided at the bottom of this listing outlines the property perimeter on Google Earth. Address: 19148 State Highway 63; Hodgen, Oklahoma 74939 Services to Property: There are two electric meters, one rural water meter and two septic systems that installed on the property. Freeze proof water hydrants are installed at two locations on the property. Rural mail and propane gas delivery is available. Access: This property has legal access and frontage along US Hwy 63. There is a gravel driveway off Hwy 63 onto the property. Land: There are 17 acres (m/l) of level to gently sloping land that is covered with a diverse variety of mature timber that is native to South eastern Oklahoma including redbud, hickory, white oak, sweet gum, red oak, eastern red cedar and native shortleaf yellow pine. The North property line has frontage along the 1.8 million acre Ouachita National Forest. There is a nice creek that flows through the North side of the property. Additionally, the Kiamichi River is just a few feet from the North property line on National Forest Land. Nice network of roads and trails through the property. This land contains a deep sandy loam river bottom soil that is well suited for gardening and fruit trees. Wildlife are frequently seen on this property as well as the surrounding National Forest area. Agent's Comments: This is the ideal setting for a relaxing and peaceful weekend getaway from city life or even a full time residence. No traffic, no hurrying, just simple life away from the hectic city. This is a very unique property that has all utilities for building and also provides direct access to both the Kiamichi River and the Ouachita National Forest Recreational Area. In my opinion, this property can be classified as true "Investment Grade Recreational Property".