Rare opportunity to build your dream home on 120 acres of manicured forest lands and expansive Lake Superior views! There’s a rough road accessing the property from Bally Creek Rd, just ten minutes west of downtown Grand Marais! Views from the TOP of Murphy Mountain are astounding, not only overlooking Lake Superior, but looking toward the North as well! The views along the shore toward Grand Marais and south along the Sawtooths are jaw-dropping. A network of roughed-in roads and paths make exploring the large expanse of land easy. Take some time, get to know it, there are so many interesting viewpoints, forested nooks, cliffs, lofty stands of pines. The current owner is a master tree planter, lovingly caring for this land for many, many years. Come witness the outcome: shady red pine stands, scented spruce groves, thoughtful openings to wander and explore with the Big Lake’s air blowing through your hair. Evocative remnants of an old homestead peek out of the forest floor – the old timers had their choice of the finest lands! The prevailing mood here is quiet, ease, a thriving ecosystem moving along at “forest-time. ” The band of cliffs are intricate and expansive. Facing the cool north, they are covered in moss, lichen, cedars. Walk along the top for ever-expanding views of miles of inland forest. Traverse the base considering the ways and life of ancient granite – cast the mind back into deep time. There are natural open meadows and exposed rock atop Murphy Mt that invite a ring of stones for a bonfire - gather friends, look out and into the future. Take time, then, unveil the plan: a getaway place, home with gardens and elbow room, keep it natural and preserved, sell off a lot or two? Many opportunities with 120 acres in the Great Northwoods, overlooking an inland sea forming America’s North Coast. Lace up your boots, bring some maps, a water bottle and snacks – have a look within to see if this is the dream becoming reality.
Vacant landProperty Type
120 acresLot Size
$10,000Price/Acres
Listed by John Oberholtzer• TimberWolff Realty LLC
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K - 12
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Sawtooth Mountain Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.7mi
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Cook County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
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Cook County Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
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Rolling slope terrain
Property has a view
Wooded area (heavily wooded)
120-acre parcel
Lot dimensions approximately 3960 x 1320 x 3960 x 1320
Home design
Property type: Land (Recreational)
Development status: Raw land
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No designated parking
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Annual taxes listed ($4,136)
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Access via County Road 7 to County Road 48, then Bally Creek Road; internal road may meander onto neighboring property and could require relocation—use mapping app and provided aerial drawing for orientation
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52-122-2200;2100;1200
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Last updated by owner on Apr 27, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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5 days above 81° expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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West Cook, MN • 55604
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This home ranks in the top 13% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $325,000 and $600,000.
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