Guide to Purchasing Hunting Property

Overview
Owning your own piece of hunting property is a dream for many hunters. Finding the right piece of land that meets your needs can be difficult, but there are resources available to help ease the process. And remember: While buying hunting property requires time and attention now, it can provide years of fun and pleasure later.
Consult a Real-Estate Agent
Contact a real-estate company that specializes in recreational property, including hunting property. Agents will do the research on the land and can typically show you several options within your price range and preferred location. They will save you time and energy, as they narrow the choices by looking for hot properties and making sure you get the most out of the investment. They might also be able to help find financing options.
Research the Property
Define your long-term hunting goals and focus your search around those goals. For example, if your goal is to harvest mature whitetail deer, look for property with crops and timber. Talk to the neighbors and find out if they hunt and how they manage the wildlife. Building a relationship with the neighbors will help to produce a successful long-term hunting property. Review aerial maps of the property using Google Earth or MyTopo to locate wildlife travel routes, pinch points and funnels that could potentially lead wildlife to the property.
Review the Details
Analyze the land access and road system leading to the property. A trespassing problem might exist if the general public can access the property easily. Find out how you can access the property to ensure that you do not have to cross private property. This could potentially be a problem if a landowner refuses to allow access in the future. Review the fine print in the property details that cover water and mineral rights.