Columbus Township – 49 Acres

Situated in a highly sought after area of St. Clair County, this beautiful 49 +/- acres offers solitude and privacy without the long drive to Northern Michigan. The property is a true sanctuary for wildlife, making it an exceptional tract for hunting, building a private estate, or establishing a family off-grid cabin close to home. This property borders 14 + acres of township-owned land, offering excellent protection against future development.

Land

This property boasts a highly productive mix of mature hardwoods, thick thermal cover, natural wetlands, and fertile, tillable acreage perfect for your established food plots. The land’s layout creates textbook hunting topography, featuring natural pinch points, distinct funnels, and secure bedding areas that offer exceptional archery and firearm opportunities. Strategic open lanes provide incredible visibility and clear shooting lines, making every hunt both exciting and highly productive. Bordered by expansive tracts of low-pressure and privately owned land. For the avid deer hunter this property acts as a true safe haven—perfectly positioned to grow, hold, and harvest mature trophy whitetails. With hunting forbidden on the neighboring 14+ acres of township land, it serves as a peaceful sanctuary and premier bedding area for the many deer that call this property home.
Whether you are looking for a weekend hunting retreat or a private sanctuary to live and play, this tract delivers top-tier recreational potential. Properties like this within close proximity to the metro Detroit are rare indeed.
 
 

Improvements

An established trail system provides easy access to the entire property. Ideal for that morning walk with your dog, hiking, ATV’s and hunting.  This rural property is undeveloped and is still in its native state. Tremendous potential to groom and develop this property into your own wildlife sanctuary.

Recreation

There are endless recreational opportunities in Columbus Township!
The property is naturally loaded with wildlife, namely deer and turkey along with many species of wild birds that frequent the property. Nearby lakes on the bordering properties to the East and South make this area a waterfowl paradise. Trail Camera pictures consistently show that there is abundance of deer on this property and a high percentage of mature bucks.
This area offers a blend of rural outdoor spaces and regional recreation. Columbus Township is heavily centered around nature, highlighted by extensive trails, fishing along the Belle River, and nearby golf courses. Popular recreational opportunities in and around Columbus Township include:

Columbus County Park: Located at 1670 Bauman Rd, this 411-acre park offers an “up north” feel featuring:

Miles of forest trails, prairie meadows, and rolling hills perfect for hiking and mountain biking.
Equestrian trails and winter activities like sledding and cross-country skiing.
The 18-hole Will Bendik Memorial Disc Golf Course.
Fishing and canoe/kayak access along the Belle River

Belle River Roadside / Township Park: Located along Gratiot Avenue, this 11-acre park offers a peaceful setting with picnic tables, spring wildflowers, and prime access to the river for fishing.
Solitude Links Golf Course & Banquet Center: Located nearby, this 18-hole championship course offers both public tee times and a clubhouse for dining.
Nature Watching: The diverse habitats in the county parks make it a very popular spot for bird watching, with sightings ranging from warblers and grosbeaks to woodpeckers and owls.

Agriculture

The property offers a great combination of heavily wooded rolling terrain, thick underbrush, small wetland areas, natural openings and tillable ground which ideal for food plots. The lush native grasses throughout this property make it a wildlife paradise.

Region & Climate

This area in Michigan has 4 distinct seasons with very moderate overall climates. The average summertime high temperature is a comfortable 79 degrees, and the annual snowfall is approximately 35 inches.

History

Columbus Township, located in St. Clair County, Michigan, was officially organized on March 11th, 1837, and named in honor of the explorer Christopher Columbus. Originally founded as an agricultural and postal stop, it evolved into a prominent rail hub where a 12-year-old Thomas Edison held his first job.
1832 (Gratiot Turnpike): Settlement in the area was spurred by the construction of the Fort Gratiot Turnpike (now known as Gratiot Road), which provided a critical transportation route through the dense, early oak and ash forests.
Today, Columbus Township retains much of its rural charm. It has evolved into a peaceful community that blends a rich agricultural heritage with newer residential developments, making it a popular base for commuters working in nearby cities like Richmond and Port Huron.

Location

This “Pure Michigan” wildlife paradise is only 30 minutes from the metro Detroit area!
The property is located off of Ankrapp Road approximately 1 mile northeast of Bauman Road off Gratiot Road.
DTW Airport is 59 miles to the Southwest.
The town of Richmond is 4 miles to the Southwest.
The town of Port Huron is 17 miles to the Northeast
The very popular downtown of St. Clair is 12 miles to the East.
The town of New Baltimore and Lake St. Clair is 12 miles to the South.