00 W Beeman Rd, Empire, MI 49630

Wells Creek Ranch is 125.2 acres of mixed hardwood forest, rolling terrain, and living water in the heart of Leelanau County. Wells Creek traverses the property north to south, connecting to Wells Lake on the adjacent parcel â€" providing year-round water, strong wildlife habitat, and a natural feature rarely found at this price point. The property sits adjacent to the 45,000+ acre Traverse City Forest Management parcel along Beeman Road, ensuring the wild, undeveloped character of the surrounding landscape is permanent. All splits available. Electric access from South Gilbert Lake Road. Located just south of M-72 and South Gilbert Lake Road â€" minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Leelanau wine country, and the resort communities of Glen Arbor and Empire. On a very special not for the outdoor enthusiast, 00 W. Beeman Road sits at the very western doorstep of one of Michigan's most celebrated long-distance trail experiences. The Shore-to-Shore Trail stretches across the state, beginning near Empire on Lake Michigan and ending at Au Sable on Lake Huron â€" passing through forests, beneath I-75 north of Grayling, and following the historic Au Sable River. The full system spans 420 miles, open to both hikers and horseback riders, with additional northern and southern spur trails extending the network further.

This unique parcel has so much to offer. Featuring a beautiful 125 acres of forestry, this parcel makes an excellent addition to any investment portfolio. Located in Kasson Township (Leelanau County), south of Empire Highway/M-72, this stellar parcel is flanked by mostly timbered properties. For hunting season, this property provides an excellent home for deer and game birds. It also offers prime terrain and trails for recreational uses such as ATV, horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking and cross country skiing. Additionally, there is significant income potential from the occasional harvest of trees such as maple, wild cherry, and hemlock that also provide an exceptional home to diverse wildlife. Additionally, there is a stream that flows through the property year round, and links Garey and Courson Lakes to Wells and Gilbert Lakes. This is a rare, legacy property, and will pay future dividends in environmental, recreational and timber sale benefits, for generations to come.