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$49,900

4.97 acres

5 National TrailCrandon, WI 54520

Land and lots · MLS 12017752 · Listed 23 days ago (Oct 7, 2026)

16 mi straight line to Kettlebowl Recreation Area (local ski area) · Ski access details

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About this land

Lot 5 | 4.97 Acres | Forest County, WI | $49,900 Looking for your own place in Northern Wisconsin where you can build, camp, hunt, ride the trails and escape to the woods? Lot 5 offers 4.97 wooded acres near Lake Lucerne, Crandon and Pickerel, Wisconsin, in an outstanding Forest County location surrounded by lakes, trails and thousands of acres of public forestland. Priced at just $49,900, this property combines nearly five acres of beautiful Northwoods land with the features recreational land buyers are looking for: guaranteed buildability, electric available at the road, year-round access and no restrictive covenants. Enjoy it now as your private camping and recreational getaway, or start planning that future Northwoods cabin or vacation home. THOUSANDS OF ACRES TO EXPLORE One of the biggest advantages of Lot 5 is what's beyond your property lines. Thousands of acres of public forestland are less than a mile away, opening the door to hunting, hiking, wildlife watching and exploring the Northwoods. Instead of needing to own hundreds of acres, you can have nearly five acres of your own with an enormous amount of public recreational land nearby. The property itself features a beautiful mixture of mature hardwoods and evergreens, natural clearings and the privacy buyers seek when looking for Wisconsin recreational land. MINUTES FROM LAKE LUCERNE Bring the fishing rods, boat, kayak and swimming gear. Beautiful Lake Lucerne is just minutes away. At approximately 1,000 acres and reaching depths of more than 70 feet, Lake Lucerne is a popular Forest County destination for fishing, boating, paddling and swimming. Nearby Lake Metonga provides approximately 2,100 additional acres of water for fishing and recreation. That's only the beginning. The surrounding Crandon and Pickerel area offers access to numerous additional lakes and rivers, giving you plenty of choices when it's time to spend a day on the water. ATV, UTV & SNOWMOBILE COUNTRY If trail riding is part of your Northwoods plans, you're in the right place. The property offers convenient access to area ATV/UTV and snowmobile trails, making it easy to head out and enjoy miles of Forest County recreation. Summer trail riding, fall hunting, winter snowmobiling and spring fishing make this a property you can enjoy throughout the year. The Wolf River is also within an easy drive for canoeing, kayaking and additional outdoor adventures. BETWEEN CRANDON & PICKEREL Located in the beautiful wooded countryside between Crandon and Pickerel, Lot 5 gives you the peaceful Northwoods setting you're looking for while keeping groceries, fuel, restaurants and other conveniences within reach. Spend your mornings fishing, afternoons exploring public land or riding the trails, and evenings relaxing around a campfire on property you actually own. NEARLY 5 ACRES FOR $49,900 Property Highlights: 4.97 wooded acres $49,900 Surveyed Guaranteed buildable Electric available at the road Year-round road access No restrictive covenants Thousands of acres of public forestland less than a mile away Minutes from Lake Lucerne Near Lake Metonga Near Crandon and Pickerel ATV/UTV and snowmobile trail access nearby Mature hardwoods and evergreens Excellent hunting, fishing and recreational area Ideal for camping, a cabin, vacation getaway or future home Why keep reserving a campsite when you could have nearly five wooded acres of Northern Wisconsin to call your own? Camp now. Build later. Explore year-round. Contact Thousand Lakes Realty today for more information or to schedule a property tour. Additional adjoining and nearby acreage is also available.

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Ski access and nearby skiing

Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.

Nearby ski areas with straight-line distance
Ski areaTypeStraight-line distanceMeasured to
Kettlebowl Recreation AreaWI · homes near itLocal ski area16 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)
Maranatha Cross-Country Ski TrailWI · homes near itPublic cross-country trails18 miTrailhead areaBase area (mapped point)
Paul Bunyan Ski HillWI · homes near itLocal ski area18 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)
Jack Lake Cross Country Ski TrailWI · homes near itPublic cross-country trails19 miTrailhead areaBase area (mapped point)
Moccasin Lake Recreation AreaWI · homes near itPublic cross-country trails21 miTrailhead areaBase area (mapped point)
Gartzke Flowage Recreation AreaWI · homes near itPublic cross-country trails26 miTrailhead areaBase area (mapped point)

Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 7:28 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.

Ski access claims

The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.

Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Eric Ristey of Thousand Lakes Realty Inc..

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Facts

List price
$49,900
Status
For sale
Property type
Land and lots
Lot size
4.97 acres
County
Forest County
MLS number
12017752

Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.

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Price and status history

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    $9,980
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    Estimated monthly payment

    $306 per month

    Principal and interest$252
    Property tax$42
    Homeowners insurance$13
    Loan amount$39,920
    Total interest over the term$50,916

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    Questions to ask before you buy

    Good questions for any home near the slopes.

    1. How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
    2. Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
    3. Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
    4. Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
    5. What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
    6. For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.

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    Listing courtesy of Thousand Lakes Realty Inc.. Listing agent: Eric Ristey. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.

    Listing updated Oct 7, 2026, 7:45 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 7:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.