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

About Clinton County — Land For Sale

Minutes north of Lansing, Clinton County mixes small‑town living with easy I‑69/US‑127 access. St. Johns (county seat) centers services and schools; DeWitt and DeWitt Charter Township bridge suburbs and trailheads, and Bath Charter Township touches big blocks of public land. Weekend staples include Sleepy Hollow State Park on Lake Ovid, waterfowling at Maple River State Game Area, and hiking/paddling at Motz County Park and Clinton Lakes County Park.

Land & Lifestyle at a Glance

Hunting & Recreation — Classic Mid‑Michigan edge: oak/maple ridges and aspen regen meet cattail marsh and lowland cedar along the Maple and Looking Glass drainages. Whitetails and turkey are reliable; waterfowlers target managed units at Maple River and floodplains after fall rains.

Waterfront & Lakes/Rivers — Options include frontage on smaller all‑sport lakes, river/creek bends and Lake Ovid inside Sleepy Hollow. Frontage ranges from firm sand/gravel to soft marl/muck in coves—know floodplain on river lots and ordinary high‑water setbacks on lakes.

Farm & Tillable — Productive loams and sandy loams dominate uplands; heavier clays linger in bottoms. Ask for tile maps, outlet capacity and all‑season field entrances (culverts/base) for modern equipment.

Timber & Habitat — Uplands carry oak, maple and beech; cedar/spruce/tamarack in drains. Many tracts show select‑cut history—room for trails, TSI and tucked food plots along upland knobs.

Cabin/Residential — Year‑round county roads are the norm; private lanes appear near lakes and game areas. Power is typically at the road; natural gas/fiber strongest near towns/corridors. Most townships allow homes/cabins with well/septic after a passing perc—verify zoning and driveway/ROW permits.

Public Land & Nearby Recreation

Sleepy Hollow State Park (Lake Ovid) — Campground, launches, beach and miles of trails 20 minutes from Lansing.

Maple River State Game Area — Managed wetlands, ag fields and grassland pockets for waterfowl, deer and small game (multi‑county area with units in Clinton).

Rose Lake State Wildlife Area — Wildlife area and public shooting range near Bath/East Lansing; hiking, hunting and training fields (with detailed PDF map available).

Motz County Park and Clinton Lakes County Park — Local launches, swimming areas, shore fishing and trail loops on reclaimed lakes.

Prefer privacy with more to roam? Parcels abutting state land or county parks do come up—ask about current availability.

Local Tips from a Michigan Land Specialist

  • Perc & soils: Upland sands/loams usually pass; muck/peat near marshes may need engineered systems—order a current perc.
  • Frontage quality: On lake parcels, confirm bottom type (sand vs. marl/muck), wake/no‑wake rules and setbacks; on creeks/rivers, verify floodplain and bank stability.
  • Tillable details: Request tile maps and outlet capacity; size entrances for semis and grain carts.
  • Timber access: Stabilize wet crossings with geotextile and culverts; loop trails let you hunt the wind without bumping bedding cover.
  • Utilities/internet: Electric/natural gas common near towns; fiber strongest around St. Johns/DeWitt corridors.

FAQs — Clinton County

What makes land for sale in Clinton County, Michigan appealing? A mix of parks, lakes and river corridors with quick Lansing access—plus strong farm and timber ground—fits cabins, year‑round homes and mixed‑use tracts.

Is rural acreage “buildable”? Generally yes with township approval and a passing perc for septic. Expect driveway/culvert permits and shoreline/floodplain considerations on water parcels.

Where can I launch a boat? Lake Ovid (Sleepy Hollow) has DNR access; county launches and shore access are available at Motz and Clinton Lakes parks.

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

Can I get reliable internet? Strongest near population centers and along I‑69/US‑127; remote pockets use fixed‑wireless or satellite.


Talk to a Michigan Land Specialist — contact us


Helpful resources: Michigan DNR hunting rules & regulationsMSU Extension Home Soil Test kitClinton County Planning & ZoningClinton County Road Commission — permitsDrain Use Permits — Drain Commissioner

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