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

About Leelanau County — Land For Sale

Michigan’s pinky finger is pure postcard. Leelanau County wraps small‑town harbors and vineyard hills around Lake Michigan, with Suttons Bay, Leland, Northport and Glen Arbor as your basecamps. The dune‑backed coast of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and the lighthouse point at Leelanau State Park put wild shoreline within minutes of M‑22.

Land & Lifestyle at a Glance

Hunting & Recreation — Oak/maple ridges and hemlock benches meet cedar swales, aspen regen and orchard edges—great funnels for whitetail and turkey, plus grouse/woodcock in young cover. Public access is strong across national lakeshore units, state park/forest tracts and conservancy preserves.

Waterfront & Lakes/Rivers — Options range from Lake Michigan bluff or sand‑beach frontage to inland all‑sport lakes (Glen, North/South Lake Leelanau) and clear rivers like the Crystal and Leland (Carp) Rivers. Bottoms vary from firm sand/cobble to marl in coves—know high‑water/bluff‑stability setbacks on big water and floodplain on river lots.

Farm & Tillable — Fruit‑belt ground: well‑drained sandy loams with pockets of heavier soils in bottoms. Blocky and irregular field shapes are common; tiling/ditching, culverts and solid field drives matter for modern equipment.

Timber & Habitat — Northern hardwoods (sugar maple, red oak, beech, birch) with white/red pine; cedar/spruce in drainages and aspen/jack pine in mixed stands. Many parcels show select‑cut history—room for trails, TSI and tucked plots along upland knobs.

Cabin/Residential — Year‑round roads are common, but seasonal lanes exist near dunes/state land. Power typically at the road; natural gas/fiber strongest near villages and main corridors. Most townships permit homes/cabins with well/septic after a passing perc—verify zoning and driveway/ROW permits.

Public Land & Nearby Recreation

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore — Miles of dunes and beaches, marked trailheads, backcountry camps and the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail.

Leelanau State Park — Tip‑of‑the‑peninsula trails, rustic campground and Grand Traverse Lighthouse tours at Cathead Point.

Palmer Woods Forest Reserve (Leelanau Conservancy) — Flow trails, winter fat‑bike loops and big‑woods hiking minutes from Glen Arbor.

Clay Cliffs Natural Area (Leelanau Conservancy) — Overlooks of Lake Leelanau and Lake Michigan with bluff‑top trails near Leland.

Leland Township Harbor — Municipal harbor with launch, slips and Lake Michigan access steps from Fishtown.

Prefer privacy with more to roam? Parcels abutting national‑lakeshore buffers, state parkland or conservancy property do come up—ask about what’s currently available.

Local Tips from a Michigan Land Specialist

  • Perc & soils: Upland sands/loams usually pass; cedar/muck flats may require engineered systems—order a current perc.
  • Frontage quality: On Lake Michigan and Glen/Lake Leelanau, confirm bottom type (sand vs. cobble/marl), bluff stability, high‑water lines and local dock/wake rules; on river parcels, verify floodplain and bank stability.
  • Tillable details: Request tile maps and outlet capacity; size entrances for semis and harvest equipment.
  • 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 are common near villages; fiber strongest around Suttons Bay, Leland and Glen Arbor corridors.

FAQs — Leelanau County

What makes land for sale in Leelanau County, Michigan appealing? Dune‑fringed Lake Michigan coast, crystal‑clear inland lakes and a deep public‑land/conservancy network—plus charming harbor towns—create four‑season value for cabins, year‑round homes and mixed‑use tracts.

Is rural acreage “buildable”? Generally yes with township approval and a passing perc. Expect driveway/culvert permits and added shoreline/bluff considerations on Great Lakes parcels.

Where can I launch a boat? Municipal/park launches in Leland, Suttons Bay and Glen Arbor; additional access at lakeshore sites and Leelanau State Park.

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

Can I get reliable internet? Strongest near village centers and along M‑22/M‑204; 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 kitBenzie‑Leelanau District Health Dept — wells & septicLeelanau County Road Commission — permits

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