120 Acres on the Little Muskegon River Near Morley, Michigan
Featured Off-Market Property | Morley, Michigan
120 Acres on the Little Muskegon River Near Morley, Michigan
Looking for Michigan hunting land for sale with real water, privacy and recreational infrastructure already in place? This 120-acre property in Deerfield Township, Mecosta County offers a rare combination: frontage along the Little Muskegon River and Quigley Creek, established hunting areas, private clearings, storage buildings and a long gated approach that gives the property a true retreat feel.
I recently walked and photographed the property, and what stood out was how usable it feels. This is not simply a large block of wooded acreage. There are established clearings, hunting locations, a long private approach, storage structures and multiple places where the water becomes part of the experience rather than just a line on a map.
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Why This Morley Property Is Different
Large recreational tracts can vary dramatically. Some offer acreage but little access. Others offer good hunting but no meaningful water. Some have attractive water features but limited privacy or usable space.
This property brings several of those features together in one place. The land includes mature wooded areas, openings and travel corridors that lend themselves naturally to hunting use. There are existing hunting locations and multiple blinds were observed during my visit, along with clearings and areas already being used for wildlife and food activity.
The property also has a substantial water component. The Little Muskegon River moves through portions of the land, while Quigley Creek adds another stretch of flowing water. The U.S. Geological Survey maintains a monitoring location identified as the Little Muskegon River near Morley, Michigan, which helps establish the river name and local watershed context.
Little Muskegon River and Quigley Creek Frontage
One of my favorite areas on the property is where Quigley Creek meets the Little Muskegon River. The seller has specifically identified this area as a strong trout-fishing location, and visually it is easy to understand why: moving water, cover and the confluence of the two waterways create a natural focal point.
Current working measurements are approximately 1,696 feet along the Little Muskegon River and approximately 1,045 feet along Quigley Creek. Those figures should be treated as approximate until independently confirmed by survey, title work or other final due diligence.
Ownership also appears to include both sides of portions of the waterways, which contributes to the sense of seclusion. Buyers should independently verify exact boundaries, frontage and riparian rights as part of their investigation.
Hunting, Privacy and an Established Recreational Setup
The property is reached by a gated approach of roughly six-tenths of a mile to the primary clearing area. That distance from the road changes the character of the property. Once you are in, it feels removed from everyday traffic and activity.
Several clearings provide usable gathering, staging and hunting space. Multiple hunting blinds and hunting locations are already established, and the mix of woods, water and open areas creates the type of varied habitat serious recreational-land buyers often look for.
There is also a fire area near the main clearing, making the property practical for weekends, hunting camp use or simply spending time outdoors without needing to create everything from scratch.
Jason’s Take
What I like most about this property is that it already has a sense of place. When you drive in, you are not looking at 120 acres and wondering where you would start. The trails, clearings, river, creek, hunting areas and storage buildings already give you a framework for how the land can be used.
For a buyer looking for a private Michigan escape that can support hunting, trout fishing and family recreation, the combination is unusually strong. The water is not an afterthought here. It is one of the defining features of the property.
Existing Buildings and Improvements
Two parcels in Deerfield Township, Mecosta County.
Along the Little Muskegon River.
Along Quigley Creek.
Gated approach, clearings, hunting locations and storage.
Improvements include an approximately 14-by-28-foot Amish-built pole barn with a dirt floor and an approximately 10-by-10-foot storage shed on a concrete pad. Both are reported to be roughly 10 to 12 years old.
There is no conventional electrical service currently serving the recreational area, and a generator has been used instead. For the right buyer, that may be part of the appeal: this is fundamentally a private recreational property rather than a suburban homesite dressed up as hunting land.
Who Is the Likely Buyer?
I see this property appealing to several types of buyers: an experienced hunter looking for a larger private tract, an angler who values trout water, a family wanting a generational recreational property, or a buyer from Grand Rapids, Southeast Michigan, Chicago or another larger market who wants a genuine escape within a manageable drive.
At $749,900, this is not entry-level recreational land. The buyer is likely someone placing a premium on acreage, privacy, water and the ability to enjoy the property immediately rather than spending years assembling those features one at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many acres are included?
The property totals approximately 120 acres across two parcels in Deerfield Township, Mecosta County.
What river runs through the property?
The property includes frontage along the Little Muskegon River as well as Quigley Creek. Current working measurements are approximately 1,696 feet of river frontage and approximately 1,045 feet of creek frontage.
Is the property currently listed on the MLS?
At the time of this article, the property is being marketed as an off-market opportunity before a broader public launch. Availability and marketing status can change, so contact Jason for the current status.
How can I get more information or schedule a conversation?
Visit the full Morley 120-acre property page, where you can view photos, property details and contact Jason directly by phone, text, email or Calendly.
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