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

About Kalkaska County — Land For Sale

North of Cadillac and east of Traverse City, Kalkaska County is pure up‑north: pine ridges, clear lakes and cold rivers. Village of Kalkaska anchors services along US‑131/M‑72 as the Rapid and Upper Manistee rivers wind through the Pere Marquette State Forest. ORV/snow trails, trout water and quiet two‑tracks are rarely more than a few minutes away.

Land & Lifestyle at a Glance

Hunting & Recreation — A northwoods mix: aspen regen and oak/maple uplands meet hemlock benches and cedar/spruce lowlands with beaver ponds. Whitetail, bear, grouse and woodcock are staples. Public access is extensive across Pere Marquette State Forest blocks, county parks and trail corridors.

Waterfront & Lakes/Rivers — Parcels range from sand‑bottom inland lakes to riverfront on the Rapid and Upper Manistee. Expect firm sand/gravel along many runs with softer marl in back bays. Know floodplain on river lots and ordinary high‑water setbacks on lakes; confirm dock/wake rules where applicable.

Farm & Tillable — Limited but present on upland benches—loamy sands and sandy loams dominate with heavier soils in bottoms. Field shapes vary; tiling/ditching, culvert capacity and all‑season drives keep equipment moving.

Timber & Habitat — Northern hardwoods with white/red pine are common; aspen/jack pine in mixed stands and cedar/tamarack in drainages. Many tracts show select‑cut history—room for trails, TSI and tucked food plots on upland knobs.

Cabin/Residential — Year‑round county roads serve most homes; seasonal two‑tracks are common near state forest. Electric typically at the road; wells/septic after a passing perc. Fastest internet clusters near the Village and primary corridors; remote tracts lean on fixed‑wireless or satellite.

Public Land & Nearby Recreation

Pere Marquette State Forest (Kalkaska area) — Large, scattered state‑forest blocks with hunting access, rustic campgrounds and two‑tracks.

Kalkaska ORV Trail & Route — Designated trail/route network tying into regional systems for ORV/ATV riding and snow season connections.

North Country National Scenic Trail (local segments) — Foot‑travel singletrack through pine and hardwood ridges; multiple trailheads within the county.

Log Lake Park & Campground — In‑town beach, disc golf, trails and small‑lake paddling minutes from services.

Prefer privacy with more to roam? Parcels abutting state‑forest or along long river frontages do come up—ask about what’s currently available- click here.

Local Tips from a Michigan Land Specialist

  • Perc & soils: Upland sands/loams often pass; cedar/muck flats may need engineered systems—order a current perc.
  • Frontage quality: On river parcels, verify floodplain, bank stability and any Natural Rivers setbacks where applicable; on lakes, confirm bottom type and local dock/hoist rules.
  • Timber roads: Stabilize wet crossings with geotextile and culverts; loop trails help you hunt the wind without bumping bedding cover.
  • Winter access: Assume seasonal forest roads are unplowed; plan for snow machine or tracked‑UTV access to deeper tracts.
  • Utilities/internet: Confirm electric at the road; fastest service sits near US‑131/M‑72 corridors and the Village.

FAQs — Kalkaska County

What makes land for sale in Kalkaska County, Michigan appealing? Trout rivers, big public‑land access and a true up‑north feel—yet grocery, fuel and schools are close—create four‑season value for cabins, 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 added shoreline/floodplain considerations on water parcels.

Where can I launch a boat or paddle? Public launches are signed on many lakes; river access exists at multiple DNR sites along the Rapid and Upper Manistee, plus local park put‑ins.

What parcel sizes are typical? 10–20 acre cabin sites, classic 40–80 acre hunting pieces, larger 80–160+ acre timber tracts and select river/lakefront lots.

Can I get reliable internet? Best near the Village of Kalkaska and main corridors; remote tracts often 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 kitKalkaska County Building/Soil Erosion & ZoningKalkaska County Road Commission — permits

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