Recreational and Timberland For Sale:
704 Acres in Grant Parish
$2,200,000 or $3,125/acre
Prime Real Estate Opportunity in Eastern Grant Parish
Nestled next to the Kisatchie National Forest in the eastern portion of Grant Parish, this expansive 704 acres of land offers a unique opportunity for those seeking a substantial tract for recreational enjoyment and periodic income from commercial timber opportunities for many years. Complete with a new camp, pond, beautiful forest with creeks, hills, a well-stocked forest, and plenty of road frontage allowing for options for future development, this tract is perfect for many uses that a smaller tract just cant provide.
Frontage and Access
This tract boasts impressive road frontage, with approximately 6,000 feet along Walker Ferry Road and an additional 2,900 feet along Lonnies Landing Road. Sonnier Road provides convenient access to the camp and pond area situated on the western portion of the property.
Topography & Soils
The topography varies from a low of 40 feet above sea level on the easternmost portion of the property to 170 feet above sea level on the highest hill on the property. The topography can be best described as gently rolling, with some areas more gentle and some areas more rolling.
The soils on the property are primarily fine sandy or silt loams for the most part. The heavier, clay soils are confined to the streamsides and lowest areas on the property.
Vegetation
The property has a history of good and active forest management. Recently, 162 acres have been clearcut and are planned for reforestation in 2025-26. The remaining acreage is primarily very productive loblolly pine plantations of various ages, with some hardwoods in the lower elevations and along the streamside management zones. The areas by cover type are as follows:
Timber Type GIS Acres
Camp 0.5
Ponds/Water 2.5
Thinned Pine Plantation 1999 99.6
Pine Plantation 2000 42.3
Pine Plantation 2005 113.2
Pine Plantation 2012 75.2
Pine Plantation 2017 24.9
Clearcut 162.5
Streamside Management Zones 183.4
TOTAL 704.1
Templin Forestry, Inc recently conducted an inventory of the timber on the property in order to estimate the merchantable volume of timber standing on the property. We do not guarantee our estimates of volume or value and all potential buyers are strongly urged to make their own estimates. Neither we, nor Templin Forestry, Inc., bear any responsibility to any buyer for relying on our estimates.
According to our estimates, the recently thinned 1999 Pine Plantation has the following estimated volume of timber on the 100 acres:
Product Tons
Large Pine Sawtimber 1,774
Pine Sawtimber 2,949
Pine Chip&Saw 905
Pine Pulpwood 2,696
Total 8,324
Per Acre 84
We estimated the volume of timber on the 2000 Pine Plantation as follows:
Product Tons
Large Pine Sawtimber 579
Pine Sawtimber 1,264
Pine Chip&Saw 607
Pine Pulpwood 1,599
Total 4,049
Per Acre 96
We estimated the volume of timber on the unthinned 2005 Pine Plantation as follows:
Product Tons
Large Pine Sawtimber 261
Pine Sawtimber 7,161
Pine Chip&Saw 7,021
Pine Pulpwood 6,909
Total 21,352
Per Acre 189
The 2012 and 2017 pine plantations are fully stocked, healthy pine plantations with great timber potential. These two areas are not quite ready for a first thinning.
Improvements
The newly built 2 BR 1 B log cabin overlooking the pond on the property provides a beautiful setting for personal or family get-aways or small company gatherings. The cabin has two porches and a gravel area large enough for several vehicles. Both some open sheds and a new enclosed shed with two overhangs for storage and/or work area provides room for tractors or other projects on the property. With a few minor adjustments here and there, the cabin and area around it can personalized to suit most tastes.
We show the pond area in front of the camp to consist of 2.2 acres on the property. However, the pond does extend into the Kisatchie National Forest and is approximately 5.5 acres in total. There is another small pond of 0.3 acres on the property.
Conclusion
This property presents a remarkable investment opportunity, offering a combination of potential development, periodic timber income, hunting, fishing and for personal, family, or company get-aways. This size of property with all the amenities are not easily found. Don't miss the chance to own a significant piece of Grant Parish's natural beauty and great recreational experiences.
Location and Directions
Starting from Alexandria, take US 165 north, crossing over the Red River. Continue for approximately 13 miles. Upon reaching Walker Ferry Road, turn right (east). Follow Walker Ferry Road for about six miles to reach the property.