Hunting / Farm Land, Country Homes & Estates for sale in Barry County, MI

About Barry County

Tucked between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo in Southwest Michigan, Barry County blends lake‑life weekends with everyday convenience. Hastings anchors small‑town services and events, while Middleville, Delton, and Nashville connect you to trailheads, lakes and rolling farm‑and‑timber country. The county’s recreation heartbeat is the Yankee Springs State Recreation Area around Gun Lake, with the Thornapple River and Thornapple Lake threading through classic West Michigan scenery.

Land & Lifestyle at a Glance

Hunting & Recreation — Edge habitat is everywhere: oak ridges, mixed hardwoods and pine plantations broken by cattail marsh and old fields. Whitetails and turkey are strong; small‑game and waterfowl round things out. Access is excellent thanks to the Barry State Game Area and Yankee Springs.

Waterfront & Lakes/Rivers — From all‑sport lakes (Gun, Thornapple, Crooked, Wall) to the meandering Thornapple River, buyers can choose firm sand/gravel frontage or quieter, marsh‑edge coves. Understand floodplain on river parcels and ordinary high‑water setbacks on lakes.

Farm & Tillable — Productive loams and sandy loams dominate uplands, with heavier, wetter pockets along drains. Field shapes vary; tiling/ditching, culverts and drive widths matter for modern equipment.

Timber & Habitat — Uplands carry oak, maple and beech with patches of white/red pine; low areas hold cedar/spruce. Many tracts show select‑cut history—good regeneration and potential for trails, TSI and tucked food plots along upland knobs.

Cabin/Residential — Year‑round county roads are common; seasonal/private lanes appear near public land. Electric is typically at the road; natural gas/fiber expand near towns and corridors. Most townships allow homes/cabins with well/septic after a passing perc—verify zoning and driveway permits.

Public Land & Nearby Recreation

Yankee Springs State Recreation Area (Gun Lake/Deep Lake) — Beaches, launches, hiking/MTB loops and winter sports; a four‑season hub.

Barry State Game Area — Thousands of acres of managed habitat, two‑tracks, and walk‑in hunting access.

Thornapple River Water Trail & Access Sites — Family‑friendly paddling/angling with multiple put‑ins through the county.

Paul Henry–Thornapple Trail — Multi‑use rail‑trail linking small towns for biking, running and snow season walks.

Local Tips from a Michigan Land Specialist

  • Perc & soils: Upland sands/loams often pass quickly; low spots near drains may need engineered systems—get a current perc test.
  • Frontage quality: On lakes, ask about bottom type (sand vs. marl), wake/no‑wake zones and dock rules; on the Thornapple, confirm floodplain and bank stability.
  • Tillable details: Request tile maps and check outlet capacity; verify field entrances for semi/grain cart access.
  • Timber access: Spring thaw can rut approaches—use geotextile and culverts at wet crossings to keep trails open.
  • Deer strategy: Screen drives/plots with conifers or hinge‑cut edges to hold daylight movement away from the road.
  • Utilities/internet: Confirm electric and natural gas at the road; fiber is common near Hastings/Middleville and along main corridors.

FAQs — Barry County

What makes land for sale in Barry County, Michigan appealing? A rare blend of all‑sport lakes, a hunt‑friendly landscape, and quick access to two metro areas makes it versatile for cabins, full‑time living and mixed‑use tracts.

Is rural acreage “buildable”? Generally yes with township approval and a passing perc for septic. Expect driveway/culvert permits; lake/river parcels may have additional setbacks.

Where can I launch a boat? Public launches ring Gun Lake and Thornapple Lake, with additional sites on area lakes and the Thornapple River.

What parcel sizes are typical? 10–20 acre starters, classic 40–80 acre hunting pieces, larger 80–160 acre farm/timber tracts, and select lake/riverfront lots.

Can I get reliable internet? Strongest near Hastings, Middleville and along major corridors; remote pockets rely on fixed wireless or satellite.


Talk to a Michigan Land Specialist — contact us


Helpful resources: Michigan DNR hunting rules & regulationsMSU Extension Home Soil Test kitBarry County Planning & Zoning / permits


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