Escape to the woods of Maine on this 174± acres of hardwood ridges and rolling timberland. The land has 2,125± feet of paved road frontage on Madison Road in Norridgewock, Maine. From the frontage on Madison Road an interior road has been constructed to access the center of the acreage. Driving on the interior road you will come to several potential building sites and some sand and gravel deposits. Electric and other utilities are located nearby,but this would be a good place for alternative energy and sustainable off-grid homesteading. The property has had a recent timber harvest leaving a thinned hardwood forest of oak, maple, and other hardwoods and softwoods. There is still an abundance of hardwoods on the land that could provide firewood to your home forever. Per NRCS, the soils on the property are predominately silt loams, sandy loams, and fine sand good for growing crops, making pastures, and growing healthy trees. The topography of the property is rolling hills with elevations from 250 to 450± feet. The hills to the north and west of the property protect this location from the winter winds. If you are looking for a great place for outdoor sports and hunting, this is a gem. The proximity of the Kennebec River, nearby agricultural lands, and large abutting forest owners add up to near ideal habitat for large whitetail deer. Norridgewock is consistently one of the top deer harvest towns in Somerset County. Upland bird hunting the hardwood forest in this area is top-notch. The region has miles of ATV and snowmobile trails well maintained by local clubs and volunteers. The Kennebec River and surrounding lakes region will satisfy boating and fishing enthusiasts. Norridgewock has a population of approximately 3,250±. The town has a few shops and restaurants. The nearby town of Skowhegan has a population of over 8,000 and is the county seat. You can find most any retail and service business here. Call for more information about this property today!
PROPERTY FEATURES:
Maine land for sale
Hardwood timberland
Recreational hunting land
Accessible year-round
Close to Skowhegan
Close to Kennebec River
Interior road
Home or cabin building site