Are you a serious hunter, outdoor enthusiast, investor, or someone searching for a private escape? This 246-acre tract in Oldtown, Maryland offers a rare opportunity to own the kind of large, versatile Western Maryland property that rarely comes available. This is an exceptional whitetail hunting property with abundant wildlife, and the kind of habitat serious outdoorsmen look for, with strong potential for deer and turkey hunting. Existing timber trails provide access throughout much of the property for ATV riding, hiking, scouting, and navigating the land with ease. Natural water features visible throughout portions of the property further enhance the habitat and overall outdoor appeal. The property has previously generated timber income and is currently managed under a Forest Stewardship Plan, offering favorable tax treatment that helps keep long-term holding costs attractive. Conveniently located just 15–20 minutes from Cumberland, Maryland, with access from Bear Hill Road and Wagner Road, this expansive wooded tract offers rolling terrain, mature timber, natural rock features, and endless recreational potential. Enjoy close proximity to the Potomac River, public boat launches, and the historic C&O Canal Towpath, adding even more appeal for boating, fishing, biking, and outdoor recreation. Whether you envision a private hunting retreat, long-term land investment, timber asset, or simply a place to get away, opportunities like this rarely come available in Western Maryland. Schedule your private showing today and come experience the scale, privacy, habitat, and potential this remarkable property has to offer.
Walnut Ridge offers 230± acres of contiguous hardwood timberland in the heart of Western Maryland’s premier recreational corridor. Defined by rolling to steep mountain topography, this property features a dynamic landscape of ridgelines, benches, and hollows that create both striking scenery and highly functional use across the tract. The property is exceptionally well-suited for recreational use, hunting, and long-term land investment. Its varied terrain supports strong deer movement, with natural funnels, pinch points, and transition zones that consistently guide wildlife across the property. The region is well known for its population of whitetail deer, turkey and black bear, making this a well-rounded and highly desirable sporting tract. A well established and maintained trail system is already in place, allowing for easy access throughout the property and the ability to effectively hunt multiple stand locations with strategic entry and exit routes. The combination of terrain and accessibility creates a property that is both enjoyable to navigate and highly functional from a hunting perspective. The timber composition consists primarily of mature hardwoods and pine, offering excellent habitat value along with long-term timber potential. The size and layout of Walnut Ridge provide privacy, seclusion, and the opportunity to establish a private retreat, hunting camp, or legacy holding. Located near the outdoor hubs of Cumberland and Rocky Gap State Park, and within close proximity to Green Ridge State Forest and Warrior Mountain Wildlife Management Area, Walnut Ridge is surrounded by thousands of acres of managed public land—further enhancing the region’s wildlife habitat and recreational appeal. Be sure to ask for a full Habitat Profile on this property to get all the hunting and habitat insight. Whether you’re seeking a dedicated hunting tract, a private mountain retreat, or a long-term land investment, Walnut Ridge delivers scale, diversity, and opportunity in one of Western Maryland’s most sought-after outdoor settings. Please contact listing agent to set up a showing today, DO NOT ENTER PROPERTY WITHOUT CONSENT FROM THE LAND GROUP. *Boundary lines depicted are approximate and for illustrative purposes only. Buyer is responsible for conducting their own due diligence, including but not limited to verification of property boundaries, acreage, access, and all other property attributes.
This lot is just raw land. No perc no well no utilities. Has a creek in the back of the property. Has electric at the street(BearHill). Previous owners were going to use it as a get a way camp or put a house on it but health issues and age stopped it... The lot is almost flat. Not sure if there is any part of the property that is in a flood zone. Not sure of permitted uses. Appears to have no restrictions and is considered esidential. Call Allegany county zoning for details and permitted useage along with setbecks. CALL ALLEGANY COUNTY ZONING DEPARTMENT DIRECTLY FOR ANSWERS: 301-777-5900
Oldtown is located in Maryland. Oldtown, Maryland has a population of 67. Oldtown is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 29.63% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 24.83%.
The median household income in Oldtown, Maryland is $58,594. The median household income for the surrounding county is $51,090 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Oldtown is 62.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 86.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 21.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 37.5 inches per year, with 27.9 inches of snow per year.
