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Cecil Prairie 242
Description
Welcome to The Cecil Prairie - 242 Acres of Managed Wildlife Habitat in Franklin County, Arkansas
This 242± acres of intensively managed, game-rich land sits on the high banks of the Arkansas river in the heart of western Arkansas. Cecil Prairie offers a diverse mix of native habitat and land stewardship, making it a desirable property for hunters, land investors, and outdoor enthusiasts.
The landscape features a balanced combination of native grasses, early successional growth, mature hardwood draws, loblolly pine stands, and wet-weather creeks. Three established food plots and approximately five miles of internal roads provide excellent access and strategic wildlife management infrastructure.
Parts of the property were timbered in 2018-2019. In March 2024, a professionally executed prescribed burn significantly improved habitat quality, contributing to increased sightings of deer, turkey, and even quail. The combination of timber harvest planned clearings, and prescribed fire has created a wonderfully diverse ecological landscape with greatly increased wildlife capacity. The property has a proven track record for trophy whitetail development. There have been no bucks harvested in over three years adding age class and genetic potential. For turkey hunters, the tract is exceptional holding bands of Toms and nesting hens. Every opening day of turkey season has yielded a long beard since the current ownership began.
An old homestead site remains on the property and has been cleared for future options and includes a historic root cellar/corn crib. This elevated site offers a picturesque and strategic location for a hunting lodge or dream cabin build.
Cecil Prairie supports thriving populations of deer, turkey, and black bear, providing year-round recreational potential. Enjoy early fall bear hunts, summer muscadine picking, and unforgettable spring turkey hunts.
Contact Chris Malinowski for more information or to schedule a private showing 214-738-7320
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