303 Acres in Hodgen, OK - $497,000

Ouachita 303

LOCATION: South Eastern Oklahoma in Leflore County, located 30 miles south of the county seat of Poteau off US Highway 59, 28 miles west of Mena, AR. and one hour drive north of Broken Bow Lake. Just 13 miles south of Hodgen which provides stores, schools, churches and more. Dallas is 4 hours. Oklahoma City is 3.5 hours. Tulsa is 2.5 hours. Little Rock is 3 hours. Fort Smith is 1 hour. This property sits just north of The National Scenic Talimena Drive in the heart of the Ouachita National Forest. The property is very convenient to Broken Bow, Cedar and Wister lakes as well as The Poteau River. The Ouachita National Forest borders this property on three sides.

WATER: There are numerous wet weather streams and one pond with topography that would allow for many more ponds and even a small lake.

WILDLIFE: This property has Whitetail Deer, Bear, Hogs, Turkey, Rabbits, and Squirrels.

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IMPROVEMENTS: There are no structures on the property, but has electric and rural water along the highway frontage.

MINERALS: No Mineral are being conveyed.

Terrain and Natural Features: 303 +/- acre recreational property made up of cross timber forest, sloping terrain, streams, logging trails, and one pond. Property has great views from many locations and over 300 feet of elevation change.

Taxes: The taxes for 2014 were $213.00 and in 2015 they were S210.00.

PROPERTY SUMMARY: This property provides the privacy to hunt on private land while the option to conveniently access the National Forest and all it has to offer, (See Ouachita National Forest below). With the availability to rural water and electric this property could make some great home or cabin sites and the topography allows for some areas to build small lakes and ponds.

Ouachita National Forest (source http://www.fs.usda.gov)

Did you know that the Ouachita National Forest is the Souths oldest national forest? It was originally known as the Arkansas National Forest when it was established by President Theodore Roosevelt on December 18, 1907. It became the Ouachita National Forest on April 29, 1926.

Rich in history, the rugged Ouachita Mountains were first explored in 1541 by Hernando DeSotos party of Spaniards. French explorers followed, flavoring the region with names like Fourche la Fave River. Ouachita is actually the French spelling of the Indian word Washita, which means good hunting grounds.

The forest was originally only 589,973 acres in size today it totals 1,789,666 acres with 1,434,872 in Arkansas and 354,794 in Oklahoma. The forest helps protect the watersheds of the Arkansas River Valley, Ouachita River Valley, and Little River Watersheds.

The Ouachita Mountain Range is the only mountain range that runs east and west. This rugged mountain landscape makes premier sightseeing and trails the focus of the forest. Seasonal flora, streams and lakes, wildlife, and pristine scenery set the stage for recreation experiences.

Enjoy outstanding mountain views, picturesque streams, rivers, and lakes. Experience high quality nature-related sightseeing, camping, off-highway vehicle riding, mountain biking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, non-motorized boating, and dispersed camping. Learn about the areas rich history at wayside exhibits along one of the scenic drives. Experience unique botanical, mineral, and prehistoric resources featured in information and educational programs.

The Ouachita National Forest is located primarily in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas and Oklahoma. Outstanding mountain views coupled with picturesque streams, rivers, and lakes provide a unique and highly valued setting for outdoor recreation. The forest offers high quality nature related-sightseeing, scenic driving, hunting, fishing, and dispersed camping. Learn about the areas rich history at wayside exhibits along a scenic drive or experience unique botanical, mineral, and prehistoric resources featured in information and educational programs. An extensive trail system provides for all types of uses including hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and off-highway vehicles (OHV) riding. A variety of services can be found at developed campgrounds ranging from rustic tent pads to full-service RV hookups. Enjoy exceptional water-based recreation opportunities including fishing, non-motorized boating, and passive enjoyment of streams, rivers and lakes.