Recreational Land for Sale in Wilburton, Oklahoma

This remarkable +/- 205-acre property in the San Bois Mountain range near Wilburton, OK, offers a pristine wilderness setting with mature timber, abundant wildlife, and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Fully fenced for privacy, the land features ponds, internal trails, and on-site utilities, making it ideal for hunting, building, or a private retreat.

Land

Experience the unparalleled beauty and rugged charm of this exceptional +/- 205-acre property nestled in the San Bois Mountain range, just a mile from the Wilburton, OK city limits. This expansive tract offers a pristine wilderness setting with mature timber stretching across the entire property, providing an ideal habitat for abundant local wildlife, including high numbers of whitetail deer and eastern turkeys. Renowned for its trophy whitetails, this area is a hunter's paradise, featuring multiple strategically placed shooting houses and internal trails that weave throughout the property for easy navigation.

The land is fully enclosed with barbed wire fencing, ensuring privacy and security. It offers spectacular million-dollar views of the surrounding mountains and countryside, making it a perfect site to build your dream home. The property comes equipped with on-site electricity and rural water access along the west county road, offering a seamless transition for potential development.

Several ponds are scattered throughout the property, creating excellent fishing opportunities and providing essential water sources for wildlife. The landscape is adorned with beautiful meadows framed by tall pines, oaks, and pecan trees, adding to the property's natural allure.

Access to the property is convenient via a well-maintained county road. Located in Latimer County, just 3 miles from the renowned Robber's Cave tourist attraction and 4 miles from the Robber's Cave Wildlife Management Area, this property offers a unique blend of seclusion and proximity to local attractions. With Lake Eufaula and Sardis Lake both approximately 15 miles away, you have endless opportunities for recreation and adventure right at your doorstep.

Whether you're looking for an outstanding hunting retreat, a scenic build site, or a private sanctuary to enjoy nature, this property delivers a one-of-a-kind experience that's hard to find.

Financial verification is required. Please contact the listing agent for more information, questions, or to schedule a showing.

Property Statistics:

No minerals are available with this ranch offering.

2023 Property Taxes: $96

The average annual high temperature for this region is 74 degrees F with the annual average low temperature of 49 degrees F. The annual precipitation is approximately 50.35".

Directions:

From Wilburton, head northwest on OK-2 and in about 1/2 mile turn left onto NW Highbridge Rd. In about 1.9 miles, turn left to stay on NW Highbridge Rd. In 1/2 mile turn left onto Owens Rd and the northwest corner of the property is on your left in 1/2 mile.

From Mcalester, head east on US-270 to Wilburton. From Wilburton, head northwest on OK-2 and in about 1/2 mile turn left onto NW Highbridge Rd. In about 1.9 miles, turn left to stay on NW Highbridge Rd. In 1/2 mile turn left onto Owens Rd and the northwest corner of the property is on your left in 1/2 mile.

Location

3.5 miles northwest of Wilburton, Oklahoma (Population: 2,322)

23 miles east of McAlester, Oklahoma (Population: 18,108)

2 hours southeast of Tulsa, Oklahoma (Population: 411,867)

2.5 hours southeast of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (Population: 694,800)

3 hours 15 minutes northeast of Dallas, Texas (Population: 1.3 Million)

Recreation

Eufaula Lake:

Eufaula Lake, the largest lake entirely within Oklahoma, is situated on the Canadian River, about 27 miles upstream from where it meets the Arkansas River. Covering over 102,000 surface acres and featuring more than 600 miles of shoreline, the lake offers diverse recreational opportunities. The shoreline varies from wide sandy beaches to rugged rocky bluffs, providing stunning scenery, especially in the Standing Rock area, which has captivated visitors since the time of Spanish explorers.

Eufaula Lake is renowned for its exceptional fishing, with crappie, sand bass, catfish, and black bass growing to impressive sizes. Below the dam, striped bass over 40 pounds have been caught, attracting anglers year-round, with crappie, sand bass, and catfish being the most sought-after catches.

Visitors to the lake can also explore the historic town of Eufaula, known for its antique shops and unique restaurants. Nearby towns like McAlester and Krebs are famous for their Italian cuisine. For outdoor enthusiasts, Robber's Cave State Park and the state parks on Eufaula Lake offer golf courses, swimming pools, and hiking trails. In the fall, the surrounding hills come alive with vibrant colors, providing a breathtaking display of autumn foliage.

Sardis Lake:

Sardis Lake, situated just five miles north of Clayton, Oklahoma, along Oklahoma Highway 2, is nestled in the scenic southeastern part of the state. Spanning 14,360 acres with 117 miles of shoreline, the lake offers a wide range of outdoor recreational activities. Around the lake, there are three campgrounds with various amenities, including general hookups, restrooms, showers, swim beaches, and fishing docks. Additionally, the lake features group camping facilities and picnic shelters, complete with tables, electricity, and large outdoor grills.

While Sardis Lake is renowned for producing some of Oklahoma's largest bass, it also offers excellent fishing opportunities for crappie, catfish, and walleye. Located at the western edge of the Ouachita Mountain Range, Sardis Lake invites you to experience its natural beauty and abundant recreational possibilities.

Robber's Cave:

Robbers Cave State Park is set within the scenic, rolling woodlands of the San Bois Mountains in southeastern Oklahoma. Known for its historical significance as a hideout for outlaws, the park is a favorite among rappelers, cave explorers, equestrians, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Spanning over 8,000 acres, including an adjoining wildlife management area, the park features three lakes, caves, seasonal trout fishing, boating, hunting, hiking and horseback trails, and sandstone cliffs perfect for climbing and rappelling. The park is also renowned for its stunning fall foliage.

Visitors can choose from a variety of accommodations, including RV and tent campsites, equestrian campsites, the Belle Starr View Lodge, cabins, and two group camps. The park offers numerous amenities, such as picnic tables, comfort stations with showers, boat ramps, a swimming beach, a pool with a bathhouse, playgrounds, miniature golf, hiking trails, paddleboat rentals, and a nature center with educational programs and exhibits.

History of the Area: Established in 1935, Robbers Cave State Park is named after a cave once used by outlaws as a hideout. The park was developed during the Great Depression by the Civilian Conservation Corps as part of President Roosevelt's New Deal. Today, the park not only showcases its natural beauty and outdoor activities but also hosts an annual fall festival that draws thousands of visitors each year.

Please contact the listing agent for more information on this property or to schedule a private showing. (Financial verification is required)