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The State of Mississippi is dedicated to the maintenance of its forestlands which make up 65 percent of its total land mass. Seventy percent of that land is privately owned by family farms with more than 3,200 of the properties being Certified Tree Farms, more than in any other state.
The Sustainable Forest Initiative, a non-profit organization within the state, is responsible for maintaining, overseeing, and improving a sustainable forestry certification program. The Initiative provides landowner and logger education, as well as public outreach.
Through the 20th Century and into the 21st, the size of Mississippi's forestland has been on the rise. The state now has more than 19.8 million acres of forestland, up more than one million since 1992 and over 3.5 million more than in the mid-1930s. The majority of trees are hardwood just slightly over softwood, with some 15 percent a mix of oak and pine.
Mississippi's timber harvest brings in about $1 billion each year. The forestry and related employment represents close to 125,000 jobs in the state.
Mississippi is divided between two lowland plains – the Delta area to the east and the Gulf Coastal Plain which covers a large portion of the state to the west. The highest spot is Woodall Mountain at 805' above sea level, located in the state's northeastern corner.
Like much of the rest of the south, it is generally warm and humid here. The state sees about 54 inches of rain each year and occasionally an inch or so of snow may fall during a cold winter, although the temperature generally doesn't reach below the mid-'30s, even in December and January. The summer highs will reach into the 90's.
There are six National Forests comprising 1.2 million acres of the state's total forested lands providing the public a lot of campgrounds, picnic areas, lake boating areas, hiking, fishing, hunting, and more.
The larger lakes are manmade and include Grenada, Sardis, Arkabutla, and Enid. But there is also an abundance of smaller natural lakes, especially along the western border where the course of the Mighty Mississippi once ran. Some of these are on public lands, others on private land.
There's a lot of heavily forested timberland for sale in Mississippi. Generally acreage runs from 30 acres to 100, although larger parcels certainly can be found. Depending upon location, logging land can range from $2,000 - $2,500 per acre; higher with development of a cabin or home, or any other buildings. Mississippi timberland has other uses including recreational sports such as fishing and hunting, use of recreational vehicles, or even for grazing some cattle.
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This is one of the finest properties you are going to find. I have been selling properties and dreams for over 16 years, and this is one of the best yet! Once you drive through the electric privacy gate accented with stacked stone, you will realize that you have just entered something very special. You will be welcomed by y...
8.5 acres with Creek Frontage in a highly sought after part of Amite County, MS, just north of the Louisiana State Line. This picturesque property has pasture, planted pines and towering hardwoods along the creek. Great small hunting property or property to build your dream home on. This type property in Amite County ...
Large pasture tract with Lake for sale in Amite County, MS. This 270 acre tract features 100 acres of rolling pasture surrounding the 6 acre stocked lake with several camp/home sites. Behind the lake you'll find over 100 acres of mature hardwoods with secluded fields scattered throughout. There is an additional pond in the ...
This is one of those tracts that offers you the opportunity to purchase your own place for a family cabin, personal food plots and hunt thousands of additional of the national forest. This place is set up with a very nice mobile with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and front porch. The owner has built and stocked pond just out the...
This property is the definition of country living. With just the right amount of land and a log cabin, it feels like you own little slice of heaven. You can sit on the back porch and watch the wildlife and feel the cool country breeze blow through your hair. Property is loaded with big timber and has an awesome place to bui...
!!PRICED TO SELL!! Don’t miss the opportunity to call this great hunting or future timber investment tract yours. Whether you are traveling from New Orleans, Baton Rouge, McComb or other locations the close proximity to I-55 will make your travels easy. The makeup of the property is very diverse offering gr...
This 185 acre hunting, timberland property for sale in Copiah County, MS, is for the outdoorsman that enjoys it all! Hunters check out this property located in the Pearl River Basin. It offers year- round enjoyment, large and small game hunting and your own wood duck roost on the property. For the fisherman this property ha...
This 16.5+/- acre property for sale is located on Hwy 15 North of Richton, MS, right outside the city limits. The property is on Beaver Creek and is heavily wooded....
Looking for a great small acreage hunting tract? This one is a must see. This 45+/- acre tract in Holmes County, MS, offers magnificent deer and turkey hunting and is in an area known for big bucks. Along with a exceptional stand of mature hardwood timber, there is a good interior road system in place, as well as es...
This recreational tract in Jefferson Davis County, MS, is the perfect tract to fulfill a sportsman’s dreams! With road frontage on both sides of Hill Road in Prentiss, you will have easy access to this property. With 22+/- acres of 14 year old pines and the rest in 7/8 year old pines, there are income opportunities availa...
Are you looking for an opportunity to have the best of both worlds in the country and city? If so, this property in Forrest County, MS, is just for you! Located in the Dixie area, this 15+/- acre tract provides country living while being centrally located to the city limits of both Hattiesburg and Wiggins. Less than 2 miles...
This small piece of country living is located on a small county road that has little traffic. It has a metal shed that’s made to park your camper or motorhome under with full hooks. Along with the shed, there is a big bathhouse with shower, hot water heater and hookups for washer and dryer. With full power, water and ...
This is an awesome little property that was used for guests for a property that is connected to this property. It has a 16x80 mobile home that is in immaculate shape. It has a metal structure with a roof that covers the trailer. It has a one-car garage built on the back of the mobile home. It has a really nice back porch th...
This property is a great timber investment. Big mature timber covers this whole property. It will have an instant return on your investment because it needs thinning now. This property has great road access from both sides. The hunting on this property is awesome. With many houses or cabin sites, this will be a great getawa...
This property has a US Highway 49 road frontage. With the main house that has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths and a rental house that will bring an income. It has a fenced pasture for horses or cows and it has a 60x60 barn. This property has mixed pine and hardwood throughout. A really nice creek running through the property. ...
This is a property that can be used in multiple ways. The property is fenced completely and has cows and horses on it now. This property has about half in timber and half in pastureland. It has 5 small ponds and 2 different creeks on the property. This would be a great hunting property and a place to raise some cattle and h...
This tract and house are located off of the beaten path. With great access on a paved road, this property has it all. With a 3-bedroom house and a spot with full hookups for a camper, you could have plenty of room for guests. It has a 3-stall horse barn for your horses and the property is fenced for livestock. It also has a...
Check out this 29.63+/- acre tract in Marion County, MS! This property features a mix of pine, hardwoods, and has a small pond. If you are looking for a small hunting tract, this tract provides ample opportunity. Not only are there recreational opportunities, but this could also be your future homesite. A trailer pad is alr...
Have you been searching for an affordable property for your future homesite? If so, this beautiful 17+/- tract in Pike County, MS, with acreage attached to the Pine Meadows Subdivision is just for you! Located in the South Pike School District, this property allows you the ease of being near central Magnolia, MS, but still ...
This Property consist of 160+/- acres of deer and turkey habitat at its best, where browse and bedding areas border hardwood bottoms and draws. While the timber was harvested nearly 20 years ago the owner left abundant White Oaks in the draws and bottoms while the remainder is pine and hardwood natural regeneration. This pr...