$148,000
Mad River, CA 95552
MLS# 271463
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Property Description
Rare 40-Acre Trinity County Retreat with Exceptional Water Resources! Tucked just three miles above Mad River and accessed by a paved forestry road (Hastings Tie Rd), this remarkable 40-acre parcel offers privacy, accessibility, and a setting that is tranquil. Bordering vast forestry land, this is among the last privately owned properties this far up the mountain—creating a true sense of seclusion while remaining conveniently located just 13 miles from Ruth Lake. With sunny southern exposure and a diverse landscape of oak, maple, madrone, and fir, the land has been thoughtfully improved with recent oak woodland restoration, enhancing both usability and long-term health of the forest. Multiple seasonal creeks wind through the property, including a substantial creek that runs strong during
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Listing Information
Status: Active
List Date: 2026-01-28
List Price: $148,000
Current Price: $148,000
Property Description
Type of Property: Agriculture
Realtor.com Type: Land
Acres: 40
Lot Size: 40 - 79.99 Acres
Lot Dimensions: 40 Acres
List Price/Acre: 3700
Auxiliary Structure
Appearance: Excellent
Location Legal and Taxes
Area: Mid County East
House Number: 3061
Street Name: Hastings Tie
Street Suffix: Road
Sub-Area: Mad River
State: CA
Zip Code: 95552
Cross Street: Hwy 36
Directions and Remarks
Directions: Take HWY 36 east to Mad River. Take a left at the Lamb Creek Christian Center onto US Forest Service Rd 1. for 3 miles. Note: US Forest Service Road 1 IS Hastings Tie Road. The property is approximately 3 miles up Hastings Tie Road from the turnoff at Highway 36.
Land Info
Timber: Yes
Alley: No
Power: No
Property Features
Possession: At Close of Escrow
Zoning: Single Family; Agricultural
Lot Description: Rolling; Sloping; Valley View; Wooded; Mountain View
View: Forest; Hills; Panoramic; Valley
Road: Dirt
Financing Terms: Cash
Supplements
the wet season, along with additional smaller drainages. What truly sets this property apart is its exceptional water potential. Several natural springs flow year-round, and the land sits atop a known aquiferan increasingly valuable and rare feature in this region. For the right buyer, the abundant water resources open the door to a wide range of possibilities, from farming and homesteading to future water-based ventures (buyer to verify all uses). Surrounded by pristine nature and neighboring a well-known spring water operation, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for those who recognize the long-term value of land, water, and location. Previously appraised higher and now offered below that value, this property represents a rare chance to secure a truly special piece of Trinity County.
Listing Office: The Key Real Estate Group
Last Updated: January - 28 - 2026
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