Gays Mills, WI 54631 - Crawford County

Discover one of Southwest Wisconsins most appealing Driftless Region land opportunities! 25 wooded acres just minutes from Gays Mills, WI, offering panoramic views, rolling topography, mature timber, and access to the Kickapoo River Valley. This buildable acreage is perfectly suited for a hunting base, a secluded weekend escape, or a full-time residence surrounded by nature. With hardwood ridgelines, timbered slopes, and exceptional privacy, the landscape provides both natural beauty and long-term investment value.

Positioned in the Driftless Area recreation corridor, this property places you only minutes from the Kickapoo River - one of the most scenic and beloved paddling rivers in the Midwest. Kayakers, canoeists, and anglers will appreciate the winding waterway and its stocked trout streams. A short drive west leads to the Mississippi River, where anglers enjoy some of Wisconsins top multi-species fishing, including walleye, sauger, smallmouth and largemouth bass, northern pike, channel and flathead catfish, perch, crappie, and bluegill. Together, these waters offer elite fishing and nearly unlimited river adventure.

Main Property Highlights:

Expansive ridge-top views, mature hardwoods, and classic Driftless Region terrain

Excellent deer, turkey, and upland bird habitat with ridgelines and bedding cover

Buildable acreage with multiple ideal cabin or home sites

Existing trail system for walking access, ATV use, or future driveway improvements

Minutes from the Kickapoo River and short drive to the Mississippi River for world-class fishing and paddling

The Gays Mills area is rich with outdoor recreation, local culture, and small-town charm. Nearby attractions include floating the scenic Kickapoo River, touring the celebrated Gays Mills apple orchards, and hiking or hunting thousands of acres of accessible public forest. The property is also close to the Kickapoo Valley Reserve, Wyalusing State Park, and Wildcat Mountain State Park - each offering extensive trail networks, bluff overlooks, and wildlife viewing. Crawford Countys ATV and snowmobile trail systems provide year-round motorized recreation, while nearby towns such as Viroqua, Soldiers Grove, Prairie du Chien, and Gays Mills offer markets, artisan shops, farm-to-table dining, and seasonal events. Birdwatchers will appreciate the Mississippi River flyway with frequent sightings of bald eagles, herons, cranes, and migratory waterfowl.

Wildlife is abundant on the property itself. Fresh deer sign is common along the ridge lines and bedding areas, turkey frequent the area, and pheasant and other game birds move through the cover. The acreage contains varied topography that supports ideal hunting stand locations and offers several attractive build sites for a cabin or private residence. The existing trail system already provides access and can be upgraded for vehicle use.

Whether you envision a hunting retreat overlooking the Driftless hills, a quiet campsite beneath mature hardwoods, or a long-term residence surrounded by natural seclusion, this parcel delivers exceptional potential.

Contact our land specialists today to schedule a private tour and experience the setting firsthand.