Southern App terrain, vistas into Cherokee National Forest & Starr Mtn

Thompson Branch is an expansive and rewarding 571 acres located in southeastern McMinn County, TN. Positioned where Tennessee's hill country gives way to the edge of the Cherokee National Forest, the property captures the spirit of Southern Appalachia in its most genuine form. Rising to nearly 1,300 feet of elevation, the property commands long-range views across Starr Mountain and into the Unicoi range, a subrange of the Blue Ridge Appalachians, creating a dramatic backdrop that defines this landscape. Gated access at both the north and south ends of the property provides security and convenience, while a maintained internal trail system winds throughout - best experienced by ATV or sporting side-by-side. The result is a property that feels genuinely remote while remaining accessible on its own terms. Thompson Branch creek threads through the land, contributing to its remarkable biological diversity. The property serves as a sanctuary for native wildlife most notably, a strong population of whitetail and eastern wild turkey. Infrastructure for a camp is already in place, anchored by a large concrete parking slab suited for a tow-behind camper or a future build site. There is also a wellhouse, water hookups, and on-site electricity - everything required for comfort after a day in the field. The surrounding region only deepens the appeal. Eastern Tennessee's outdoor recreation offerings are among the Southeast's finest, and this tract sits squarely at the center of them. BROKER'S COMMENT: "Whether the vision is a private recreational retreat, a conservation holding, or a legacy tract, Thompson Branch offers something increasingly rare: true scale, genuine nature, and a sense of place that is unmistakably East Tennessee." --Impressive 571 acres of wooded mountain terrain in McMinn County, TN, located between Chattanooga and Knoxville with sweeping views into Cherokee National Forest and across Starr Mountain --Gated access at both the north and south ends of the property, with a maintained internal trail system throughout the property --Ample road frontage with approximately 1 mile of County Road 480 --Located along McMinn County's southeastern border, 50 minutes from Cleveland, TN, and 1 hour 20 minutes from both Chattanooga and Knoxville --Build or camper-friendly infrastructure including a 45 x 25 concrete parking slab, well, and on-site electricity --Strong stand of oak, yellow poplar, and pine trees. Timber cruise available upon request --Storied hunting tradition with a managed approach to buck harvest for peak maturity, supporting strong populations of whitetails and eastern wild turkey --Scenic bottomland fields featuring exceptional stands of native wildflowers and wild rosebushes --Key property features reflective of the Cherokee National Forest region, including Thompson Branch creek, with exceptional biodiversity