Recreational & Residential Land for Sale in New Concord, Ohio

This 136-acre Union Township tract in Muskingum County offers rugged terrain, mature hardwood timber, and the kind of seclusion serious hunters look for. this property sits in the rolling Appalachian foothills near New Concord and is positioned in a quiet rural area with no zoning restrictions. With electric available nearby and no public utilities on-site, it's a prime candidate for an off-grid hunting camp, cabin site, family retreat, or long-term timber and land investment. The land features classic hill country terrain with dramatic elevation changes, heavily wooded ridges, deep hollows, benches, and rock outcroppings. Seasonal creeks and wet-weather drainages run through the low valleys, creating natural water sources for wildlife. The ridges offer multiple potential cabin or camper locations, and with selective clearing, you could open up long wooded views across the property. Nearly all of the acreage is covered in oak-hickory hardwoods, providing both natural beauty and long-term timber potential. Neighboring tracts have recently planned select cuts, suggesting similar marketable timber opportunities here. This area is well known for producing trophy-class whitetails, and the terrain on this property is built for hunting - ridgelines, creek bottoms, pinch points, and bedding cover stretch throughout the acreage. The dense mast-producing timber supports thriving deer and turkey populations, and with over 130 acres of contiguous woods, you have plenty of room to pattern mature bucks and set up multiple stand sites. Whether you run trail systems, food plots, habitat improvements, or leave it wild, this property offers the kind of privacy and huntability that's becoming harder to find. Despite its secluded feel, the land remains within easy reach of New Concord, Zanesville, Cambridge, and multiple recreational areas. The combination of privacy, timber value, terrain diversity, and long-term investment appeal makes this a strong opportunity for hunters, homesteaders, or anyone looking to secure a large acreage tract in Muskingum County. Please note that mineral rights are being reserved by the seller; however, the seller is willing to negotiate them as part of the transaction. ● 136.07 total acres (combined from 92.37 + 43.7 parcels) ● Electric nearby; no public water or sewer; well & septic needed ● Mature oak-hickory hardwood timber across the acreage ● Strong terrain diversity: ridges, hollows, benches, rock outcrops ● Seasonal creeks & drainages offering natural water sources ● Excellent deer & turkey habitat with proven regional trophy potential ● No township zoning - flexible land-use options ● Ideal for off-grid cabin sites, hunting retreat, or investment land ● Quiet rural setting near New Concord and Zanesville ● Parcel Numbers: 66-20-09-10-000, 66-20-09-04-000, 66-20-09-17-002, 66-20-09-09-000 ● Township: Union Township ● School District: East Muskingum Local School District ● Coordinates: 39.98291, -81.75612 ● Utilities: Electric nearby; no public water or sewer; well & septic needed ● Annual Taxes: $6,875.24 ● Showings STRICTLY by appointment only ● Licensed Agent MUST be present for all showings ● All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed