$112,000
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
MLS# 7053946

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Property Description
This 160+/- acre hunting property located in Pennington County, Minnesota offers a strong combination of habitat diversity, productive soils, and private access that appeals to both recreational buyers and land investors. Positioned approximately 15 miles west of Thief River Falls and about 38 miles northeast of Grand Forks, this tract sits in a highly regarded area just south of Carpenters Corner known for excellent whitetail deer, upland game, and waterfowl hunting. The property is primarily composed of high ground, providing excellent usability across the majority of the acreage, with a few restored, well-placed lowland pockets that enhance wildlife habitat. These lower areas feature cattails, willows, and reed canary grass, creating natural moisture-holding environments and dense cover that wildlife depend on throughout the seasons. This blend of high ground and wetland habitat is highly desirable for buyers searching for Minnesota hunting land that can support multiple species. The upland portions consist of native grasses, brush, and popple thickets, forming thick bedding cover ideal for whitetail deer. This type of security cover plays a critical role in holding deer during daylight hours and creating consistent hunting opportunities. The surrounding landscape further strengthens the property's appeal, with large agricultural fields located to the north and south that provide reliable food sources, encouraging steady wildlife movement through the area. A standout feature is the adjoining 160 acres of landlocked state land to the east. This additional habitat includes thick cover of brush, and timber, effectively expanding the bedding area and creating a larger block of cover. This neighboring parcel enhances the overall hunting potential by supporting increased wildlife density and movement patterns. The property is enrolled in a perpetual RIM easement along with a 30-year Wetland Reserve Program easement, supporting long-term habitat preservation and conservation. Importantly, the owner has left several key areas out of the easement, allowing for practical use and improvement. Approximately one-half acre is excluded in both the northwest and northeast corners. In addition, a 50-foot strip runs along the entire south boundary and a 25-foot strip runs along the west boundary. These areas can be used for food plots, tree planting, trail systems, and permanent stand locations. The property also allows for parking a camper during hunting season, making it functional for extended stays. Access is provided by a Class 5 private easement from the south off a county road. This deeded easement leads directly into the southwest corner of the property, offering reliable and private entry. For a tract focused on cover and seclusion, established legal access is a valuable feature that supports ease of use. From a land quality standpoint, the soils are a major highlight. The property consists primarily of fine sandy loam soils, including Rollis loam, Voller loam, and Grimstad fine sandy loam. These soil types are known for their fertility and productivity, contributing to an average crop productivity index of approximately 80.5. This level of soil quality supports healthy vegetation and provides excellent potential for food plot development within the excluded areas. The property has been surveyed, and boundary markers are in place, giving buyers confidence in the defined acreage and property lines. This adds value for both immediate use and long-term ownership. With its combination of high ground, wetland habitat, fertile soils, adjoining state land, and deeded access, this Pennington County property offers a well-rounded opportunity for hunting and recreation. Whether you are targeting whitetail deer, upland birds, or waterfowl, or looking for a manageable and productive recreational tract, this property is set up to deliver. Priced at $700 per acre, this is a competitive offering for Minnesota hunting land.
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Contract Information
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No
Status: Active
Contingency: None
Current Price: $112,000
Original List Price: 112000
ListPrice: 112000
List Date: 2026-04-14
Office/Member Info
Association: NWMAR
General Property Information
Comp Sale YN: No
Development: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Multiple PIDs?: No
Plat Recorded: Yes
Waterfront Present: No
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Agriculture
Lot Dimensions: 2640x2640
Acres: 160
Association Fee: 0
Assessment Pending: No
Location, Tax and Other Information
AssocFeeYN: No
Legal Description: SECT-20 TWP-154 RANGE-045 160.00 AC SW1/4
Listing City: Thief River Falls
Map Page: 999
Municipality: Numedal Twp
School District: Thief River Falls
School District Phone: 218-681-8711
Zip Plus 4: 9595
Property ID Number: 1202006100
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Amount: 1450
In Foreclosure?: No
Potential Short Sale?: No
Lender Owned?: No
Directions & Remarks
Public Remarks: This 160+/- acre hunting property located in Pennington County, Minnesota offers a strong combination of habitat diversity, productive soils, and private access that appeals to both recreational buyers and land investors. Positioned approximately 15 miles west of Thief River Falls and about 38 miles northeast of Grand Forks, this tract sits in a highly regarded area just south of Carpenters Corner known for excellent whitetail deer, upland game, and waterfowl hunting.
The property is primarily composed of high ground, providing excellent usability across the majority of the acreage, with a few restored, well-placed lowland pockets that enhance wildlife habitat. These lower areas feature cattails, willows, and reed canary grass, creating natural moisture-holding environments and dense cover that wildlife depend on throughout the seasons. This blend of high ground and wetland habitat is highly desirable for buyers searching for Minnesota hunting land that can support multiple species.
The upland portions consist of native grasses, brush, and popple thickets, forming thick bedding cover ideal for whitetail deer. This type of security cover plays a critical role in holding deer during daylight hours and creating consistent hunting opportunities. The surrounding landscape further strengthens the property's appeal, with large agricultural fields located to the north and south that provide reliable food sources, encouraging steady wildlife movement through the area.
A standout feature is the adjoining 160 acres of landlocked state land to the east. This additional habitat includes thick cover of brush, and timber, effectively expanding the bedding area and creating a larger block of cover. This neighboring parcel enhances the overall hunting potential by supporting increased wildlife density and movement patterns.
The property is enrolled in a perpetual RIM easement along with a 30-year Wetland Reserve Program easement, supporting long-term habitat preservation and conservation. Importantly, the owner has left several key areas out of the easement, allowing for practical use and improvement. Approximately one-half acre is excluded in both the northwest and northeast corners. In addition, a 50-foot strip runs along the entire south boundary and a 25-foot strip runs along the west boundary. These areas can be used for food plots, tree planting, trail systems, and permanent stand locations. The property also allows for parking a camper during hunting season, making it functional for extended stays.
Access is provided by a Class 5 private easement from the south off a county road. This deeded easement leads directly into the southwest corner of the property, offering reliable and private entry. For a tract focused on cover and seclusion, established legal access is a valuable feature that supports ease of use.
From a land quality standpoint, the soils are a major highlight. The property consists primarily of fine sandy loam soils, including Rollis loam, Voller loam, and Grimstad fine sandy loam. These soil types are known for their fertility and productivity, contributing to an average crop productivity index of approximately 80.5. This level of soil quality supports healthy vegetation and provides excellent potential for food plot development within the excluded areas.
The property has been surveyed, and boundary markers are in place, giving buyers confidence in the defined acreage and property lines. This adds value for both immediate use and long-term ownership.
With its combination of high ground, wetland habitat, fertile soils, adjoining state land, and deeded access, this Pennington County property offers a well-rounded opportunity for hunting and recreation. Whether you are targeting whitetail deer, upland birds, or waterfowl, or looking for a manageable and productive recreational tract, this property is set up to deliver.
Priced at $700 per acre, this is a competitive offering for Minnesota hunting land.
Directions: From Carpenters corner go south on The Pembina Trail to 170th St and go west about a mile to the easement road on the north side of 170th. Proceed one mile north the SW corner of the property on the end of the road.
Acreage Information
Taxable Acres: 160
Assessments
Assessment Balance: 0
Tax With Assessments: 1450
Builder Information
Builder Restrictions: Not Buildable
Development Status
Raw Land: 1
Farm Type
Wooded/Hunting: 1
Insurance Fee
Insurance Fee: 0
Lease Details
Land Leased: Not Applicable
Lock Box Type
None: 1
Lot Description
Property Adjoins Public Land: 1
Tree Coverage - Light: 1
Miscellaneous Information
Homestead: No
Ownership
Fractional Ownership: No
Public Survey Info
Range#: 45
Section#: 20
Township#: 154
Restriction/Covenants
Easements: 1
Road Frontage
No Outlet/Dead End: 1
Township: 1
Road Responsibility
Private Maintained Road: 1
Sellers Terms
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Soil Type
Loam: 1
Sand: 1
Topography
High Ground: 1
Level: 1
Available Utilities
None Connected: 1
Improvements
None: 1
Land Inclusions
Easements: 1
Survey: 1
Property SubType
Acreage: 1
Pasture and Timber: 1
Recreational: 1
Location Tax and Other Information
House Number: TBD
Street Name: 170th
Street Suffix: Street
Street Direction Suffix: NW
Postal City: Thief River Falls
County: Pennington
State: MN
Zip Code: 56701
Property Features
Available Utilities: None Connected
Development Status: Raw Land
Farm Type: Wooded/Hunting
Improvements: None
Land Inclusions: Easements; Survey
Lock Box Type: None
Lot Description: Property Adjoins Public Land; Tree Coverage - Light
Property SubType: Acreage; Pasture and Timber; Recreational
Road Frontage: No Outlet/Dead End; Township
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional
Soil Type: Loam; Sand
Topography: High Ground; Level
Listing Office: Whitetail Properties Real Esta
Last Updated: April - 14 - 2026
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