INTRODUCTION TO THE PROPERTY
This property is located about ten miles east of Phillips, in north central Wisconsin. It has not been formally surveyed, but according to tax records, it is 917.8 acres. This should, however, be considered an approximate acreage figure, more or less.
The land is easily accessible via two township roads, each of which dead-ends into the property. From the South Entrance at the east end of Trappers Road, the property extends one full mile north, one full mile east, and nearly a half mile south. Access is also available via the North Entrance in the far northwest corner, at the east end of Mink Drive. See the Map Library for directions and maps.
The majority of the land, approximately 575 acres, is no longer enrolled in any government programs and is to be taxed according to regular property tax assessments starting in 2027. Some of the land is entered into the Managed Forest Law program, or MFL. This is a tax-advantaged program with low property tax obligations. The remaining MFL land is taxed at $1.90 per acre. Those rates are fixed through 2027. Total property tax paid in December 2025 was $1370.18.
Currently the non-MFL is completely closed to any and all public access. The remaining MFL land is open to the pubic for certain specific activities, but it can be completely closed to the public without penalty other than a higher future tax rate. Here is a link to further information about MFL.
This property has over 600 acres of productive forestland. Major harvests of aspen were conducted in recent years, leaving hundreds of acres resprouting as aspen shoots and saplings. There are pockets of mature maple, balsam fir, and other species. Full timber management plans are available upon request. There are no scheduled timber harvests due until 2027.
There are four ponds of significant size, plus numerous smaller ponds and streams. Size of the ponds varies by season, recent precipitation, and beaver activity. As with much of Price County, these ponds are shallow. Fish can be seen jumping in the flowage, but the status of the fish population is unknown. There are numerous beaver dams, the highest of which is over six feet above the outflow stream.
The extensive trail system extends for over nine miles. Much of this was created and used for logging and can accommodate large trucks. There are multiple wide roads, large intersections and level log landings. While there are several areas that are wet, especially in spring, all of the roads are usually suitable for ATV use in all seasons, except, of course, in deep snow.
Some trail camera images are included in the photo gallery. Bear and deer are commonly seen. Waterfoul routinely use the multiple ponds. The aspen in various stages will make excellent grouse habitat for years to come. Fox, wolves, fishers, beaver and other species are present.
The property is currently available for purchase. See the full listing at LandGuys.com. Here is the link to the MLS listing.