KPH#1 - 25 Acres in Wisconsin’s Driftless Region – Ridge-Top Views Above Gays Mills

If you’ve been looking for a large, private tract in the heart of the Driftless Area, this 25-acre property just outside the Village of Gays Mills, Wisconsin checks all the boxes: big bluff-top views, serious hunting potential, and quick access to two iconic rivers.

The Land:
Set high on a ridgetop/bluff, the property offers views of Gays Mills from above, then slopes down into a fully wooded valley—classic Driftless topography with dramatic elevation changes and a true “ridge to bottoms” feel. The layout creates natural travel corridors and multiple stand locations, and there are signs of deer throughout, making this an excellent setup for a dedicated hunting property.

You’re also minutes from the Kickapoo River and roughly 15 minutes from the Mississippi River, so weekend recreation is always close by.

Why This Location Works:
-Gays Mills sits in the Kickapoo River Valley and is widely known for its apple orchards and small-town Driftless charm. In the fall, the community hosts the Gays Mills Apple Festival, held the last full weekend in September, drawing visitors for harvest-season fun.

Outdoor options nearby are a major draw:
Paddle the Kickapoo River (a Driftless classic), with additional trail and river access in the region.

-Explore the Kickapoo Valley Reserve, featuring 50+ miles of trails (hiking, biking, horseback riding) and a quiet, “no-motors” backcountry feel.

-Take a day trip to Wildcat Mountain State Park, known for overlooks and trails above the Kickapoo Valley.

Head toward the Mississippi and visit Wyalusing State Park, famous for bluff-top overlooks and recreation near the river confluence.

(The Driftless Area is known for being largely untouched by the last glaciers—creating the steep ridges and deeply cut valleys that make this landscape so scenic and unique.)

A Property That Fits Multiple Uses Whether you want a hunting base, a quiet camping getaway, or a future cabin site with a view (subject to local zoning/approvals), this 25-acre ridge-and-valley tract offers the space and setting that’s getting harder to find.

Jonah Ritt
(920)559-1557 (cell)