Recreational Land & Farm for Sale in Mankato, Kansas

Lovewell Wildlife Reserve offers +/-263 acres of premier Kansas wildlife habitat with approximately 83 acres of tillable ground with the balance in native grass, timber, and creek bottom. The property features unique elevation changes, thick timbered and grass draws, a 1/2 acre pond, and excellent deer travel corridors. This property borders the Lovewell Wildlife Area and is approximately one mile west of Lovewell Reservoir.

Land

Lovewell Wildlife Reserve packs a punch for the avid outdoorsman! Encompassing +/- 263 acres of diverse and highly productive wildlife habitat in north-central Kansas, the property features a balanced mix of approximately 83 acres of tillable ground and the remaining acreage in native grasses and creek bottom, creating excellent cover, food, and edge habitat for upland birds, white-tailed deer, turtle dove, waterfowl, and wild turkeys. The creek bed moves from the NW corner of the property to the SE corner of the property, providing a most excellent travel corridor.

Notable elevation changes and steep hillsides define the landscape, with numerous deep, thick gully's running throughout the property. Both timbered and grass draws provide outstanding bedding and natural pinch points for deer that travel across the property. The rolling terrain, mature timber, and varied habitat prompt a variety of ideal blind and tree stand locations, making the property well-suited for a variety of hunting strategies.

The tillable acres were planted to corn in 2025 and are currently open for the upcoming season, offering flexibility for future farming, food plots, or habitat enhancement. Just over a 1/2 acre pond is located in the north portion of the property, providing a reliable water source for wildlife and loafing area for the vast amounts of waterfowl that move through the area during the migratory season. Thick native grasses support strong upland bird populations, while mature trees throughout the draws offer excellent roosting habitat for turkeys.

An exceptional feature of this property is its direct border with the Lovewell State Wildlife Area and sitting just over one mile west of Lovewell Reservoir. This property strongly benefits from a proven wildlife corridor and strong regional hunting reputation. With good road access and a diverse mix of terrain, cover, and water, Lovewell Wildlife Reserve offers a rare opportunity to own a high-quality Kansas hunting and habitat property in a premier location. In addition to all the great hunting aspects this property offers, it also allows for other areas of recreation including camping, hiking, and target shooting.

Recreation

• /- 263 acres of remarkable cropland, timber, creek bottom, and grasslands
• /- 83 tillable acres

1/2 acre pond

Incredible whitetail, turkey, & upland hunting

Sitting in the middle of the Central Flyway, this tract offers excellent waterfowl hunting opportunities

County road access

Electricity adjacent to the property

The mature hardwood trees offer endless tree stand locations

Notable topographical changes throughout the property

Excellent build site locations

Location

Convenient access with highway 14 1.5 miles away

6 miles south of the Kansas/Nebraska state line

1.5 miles west of Lovewell Reservoir and directly adjacent to Lovewell State Park

8 miles southeast of Superior, NE - (Superior Municipal Airport)

Located 2 hrs from Lincoln, NE; 2 hrs 45 min from Omaha, NE; 1 hr 30 min from Grand Island, NE; 1 hr 30 min from Salina, KS

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