0 Sheppard Ln, Makanda, IL 62958

Discover 70+/- acres of exceptional southern Illinois hardwood timber in the highly desirable Makanda area, just minutes from Carbondale, Cedar Lake, and Giant City State Park! Adjoining over 100 acres of landlocked Shawnee National Forest, this secluded property offers incredible recreational opportunities, natural beauty, and potential timber value. The property features mature oak-hickory hardwoods, an abundance of white oaks, and stunning sandstone bluffs reminiscent of Giant City State Park. Situated one mile down a quiet dead-end lane with approximately 4,000 feet of road frontage, the property offers privacy and excellent access. The diverse terrain and mature timber create outstanding potential for deer and turkey hunting, with the property reportedly having gone un-hunted for over a decade. The property is enrolled in a Forestry Management plan through 2028. The timber has benefited from prescribed burns and exhibits minimal invasive species. A cleared area provides an ideal location for a camper, hunting camp, or potential cabin site, offering scenic views toward the hills of Giant City. Electric service is available, with well water needed. Whether you are seeking a secluded hunting retreat, future homesite, or quality hardwood timber, this property is a rare find.