This hunting lease is pending and not available.
This is an exceptional property in Cass County, IL that is now available for lease. The farm showed a ton of deer activity, which is easy to see in the snow-covered photos. During my visit, there wasn't a spot on the farm without deer sign, and I jumped approximately 9 to 10 deer. The farm lays out really well, with a couple of nice valleys that set up great for stand locations and allow you to cover a lot of ground during firearm season. One of the biggest advantages is the two access points, giving you solid options to hunt different wind directions. The timber includes thick areas of bush honeysuckle that create secure travel routes for deer. The farm also had a select walnut harvest in February of 2025, which will improve both the habitat and hunting. The two harvest photos are from the farm just northwest of this lease, so there's no question mature bucks are in this area. With a strong mix of timber, row crops, seasonal water, and bedding, this farm has everything it needs to attract and hold deer year after year.
*Lease runs from 1 February through 30 January
*ATV use permitted, only to hang stands and retrieve harvest
*No trucks are to be driven on the property
*The use of screw-in steps and nails is prohibited
*No mushroom hunting
*Harvest photos are from the farm just northwest of this lease.
*Important Note: The property owner operates an Airbnb to the north of this farm, and guests may use the walking trails on the north side of the farm during the spring, summer and fall months. Please coordinate with the owner to notify her when your hunting begins so she can restrict trail access for her guests.
