Wisconsin Waterfront Homes for Sale

$492,800

Wisconsin Upper Twin Island 50072653

Wagner, Marinette County, Wisconsin

NORTHERN PART OF UPPER TWIN ISLAND ON THE MENOMINEE RIVER FOR SALE! This 39.58-Acre parcel is located at the northern end of 69-Acre Upper Twin Island, just off the shore of Wagner, in Wagner Township, in Marinette County of Wisconsin. Approximately 116 miles long, the Menominee River is a river in northwestern Michigan and northeastern Wisconsin. Its course, with that of its tributary, forms part of the boundary between the two states. Formed by the confluence or the Brule and Michigamme rivers, it flows southward collecting water from over a 100 tributaries, and then flows into the Green Bay on Lake Michigan. It meanders through remote, tranquil wilderness areas, creating an angler's paradise! Walleye, Largemouth and smallmouth bass, Trout, Muskie, and seasonal Sturgeon, Salmon, and Whitefish fish are abundant. The historical Island is located between Michigan and Wisconsin. Because of its excellent location 18 miles from the river's mouth, in 1841, it became the sight of the second lumber mill ever built in the area. Built by Charles McLeod, this old fashioned sash saw mill was powered by water, and remained in operation for only a few years. The mill buildings were standing until the Peshtigo Fire of 1871. The island today provides a beautiful setting for wildlife watching, bird watching for Eagles, Osprey, Common loons, and other waterfowl. Eagles can be seen roosting in the tall trees, fishing in the river waters, or soaring overhead. There are wooded areas, some more-open meadow areas, an understory covered with many types of edible mushrooms, and beautiful locations that have been identified for cabin sites. The island is reached today by boat, canoe, or kayak in the summer, and by crossing the frozen river in the winter. Boat access from Wisconsin is from Twin Island Wayside Park, about a quarter mile to the south (It is located at Latitude N 45.26081 and Longitude W -87.71261 , or from the Menominee River County Park about a quarter mile up stream. (Latitude 45.2819211 and Longitude -87.7001108) Boat access from the Michigan side is from the River County Park. (Latitude 45.25951 and Longitude 87.70636) This paradise would make a wonderful location for sustainable forestry, wildlife management programs, a private Corporate Retreat, or for your private, fishing, hiking, and wilderness camping retreat. Contact Us For Information Today! ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE MENOMINEE RIVER: The Menominee Rivers name comes from an Ojibwe Algonquian word meaning “wild rice”, or “in the place of wild rice”. The Ojibwe used the same name for the river that the historic Menominee tribe who lived along the river shores, and used rice as a food staple. The Chippewa lived in the northern portion of the river basin and called the river Me-ne-cane Sepe, or “Many Little Islands River”. Early French Jesuit priests traveled the river on their missionary trips, and called the river the “Wild Oats River”, referring to the wild rice.

Tim Keohane , Great Lakes & Land Real Estate

39.58 ACRES

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