Big Wills Creek Tract
Dawson, AL 35963
DeKalb County, Alabama
Ranch Description
Big Wills Creek Tract offers a clean slate in Northeast Alabama to shape the property into your vision, whether for timber production, agriculture, recreation, or a homestead featuring:
-Easily accessible just minutes from Exit 205 on Interstate 59
-Well-Drained soils and well-suited for timber production
-Scenic hilltops with long-range mountain views and ideal cabin or homesite locations
-Great wildlife habitat supported by regenerating cover, hardwood strips, and established food plots
The Big Wills Creek Tract is located in the southernmost reaches of the Appalachian Mountains in Northeast Alabama. In this region, valleys are farmed or used for timber, while ridges are typically covered in mature mountain hardwoods.
The property is surrounded by timber-producing tracts, pastureland, and residences. The Tennessee River and Lake Guntersville are less than 30 minutes away, providing abundant recreational opportunities alongside nearby state and national parks. The tract is easily accessible, located just minutes from Exit 205 on Interstate 59, where fuel, lodging, and quick dining options are available.
The communities of Crossville and Collinsville are both within a 10-minute drive to the west and east, offering grocery stores, fuel, and dining. Fort Payne, Alabama, is about 14 miles north, with hotels, dining, grocery stores, and a major medical center. Several small airports serve the area, and Huntsville International Airport is about one hour away. Atlanta's airport is a little over two hours from the property.
Big Wills Creek Tract offers ample road frontage and convenient access. The property has direct frontage on both County Roads 283 and 285, which are rocked and county-maintained. There are approximately 1,190 feet of frontage on CR 285 and 2,840 feet on CR 283.
Timber harvest access points remain open and usable. Public utilities are located a short distance from the property. An existing logging trail leads into the interior, where a food plot has been established.
This tract has been managed for timber production under the current ownership. Its strong access and proximity to utilities make it equally suitable for residential or recreational use. The land features rolling terrain with elevations between 670 and 850 feet. Soils are well-drained and well-suited for timber production.
From the hilltops, the property provides outstanding views of the surrounding mountain ridges to the east and west. Keeping the ridge clear would preserve these vistas and create an excellent site for a cabin or home.
There are multiple access points along County Road 283 that could serve as driveways. The tract was harvested about three years ago and is currently regenerating with natural cover, offering both forage and shelter for wildlife. The property is well-suited for a variety of recreational activities.
The operable portions of the tract were harvested about three years ago and are now regenerating naturally with a mix of pine and hardwood species. For those prioritizing timber production, replanting with genetically improved loblolly pine is recommended, as it offers the best growth rates for the future. If wildlife or aesthetics are the main goals, planting longleaf pine is also an attractive option, as it allows for periodic prescribed burning to enhance habitat. If timber management is not a priority, the property is well suited for conversion to pasture or agriculture while vegetation is still in early growth stages. Hardwood strips remain along the intermittent stream by CR 283 as well as on portions of the slopes. While these could be harvested, they currently add diversity and visual appeal to the property.
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Directions to Ranch
From exit 205 on I-59, head west on CR 68. If coming from Fort Paine, this will be a right turn off the interstate, if from Gadsden, a left turn. As soon as you pass the Durango's gas station, turn right onto CR 51. This will be a very short distance after exiting the interstate. Follow 51 for just about a half mile, turn left onto George Cagle Drive. Follow this road past the Koch plant and turn right onto CR 283. Liberty Hill Missionary Baptist Church will be at this intersection. Bill Wills Creek will be about a half mile from this turn.
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