The River’s Eternal Pull Trempealeau County, where the Mississippi carves through ancient bluffs like a sculptor’s knife, offers more than scenery—it’s a symphony of opportunity for hunting land owners. From the tremolo of migrating ducks to the crash of a whitetail in the underbrush, this 742-square-mile jewel has been my backdrop for 25 years of outdoor TV filming. As Mike Law of Coulee Land Company, I’ve navigated the land and waters, capturing episodes that showcase not just the hunt, but the heart of Bluff Country. Today, with land values up 35% in five years and a flood of buyers seeking riverfront escapes, it’s sellers who hold the ace. If your Trempealeau parcel—with its sloughs, tillable fields, and bluff-top vistas—is gathering dust, it’s time to turn it into gold. In this deep dive, we’ll unpack the market surge, spotlight recent sales, and show why my real-world expertise sets Coulee Land Company apart from the social media noise. I’m not a reel-maker; I’m a deal-closer with scars from the field. Trempealeau’s Unique Draw: Beyond the Bluffs to the Water’s Edge Trempealeau’s 200 miles of Mississippi frontage create a hunter’s Eden: Wood duck sloughs for fall ambushes, bass-rich backwaters for summer lines, and bluffs that funnel turkeys like clockwork. Per DNR data, the county boasts 15,000+ acres of public land, but private parcels are the crown jewels—offering exclusivity. Searches for “Trempealeau hunting land riverfront” have spiked 30% YoY, as buyers chase multi-species setups: deer in the mornings, walleye at dusk. I’ve filmed here where a 60-acre tract’s creek drew a 12-point buck daily. Properties with 500+ feet of frontage? They command $9,000/acre, blending hunt with legacy.
Market Momentum: 35% Appreciation and Hot Comps Trempealeau land has climbed 35% since 2020, from $5,800/acre to $7,500. Recent sales: A 55-acre riverfront with food plots closed at $610,000 ($11,100/acre) in September 2025. Inventory’s tight—4 months’ supply—pushing 70% above-ask closes.Table of Growth:
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Year
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Avg. $/Acre
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YoY %
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2020
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$5,800
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+5%
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2021
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$6,400
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+10%
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2022
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$7,100
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+11%
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2023
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$7,400
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+4%
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2024
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$7,800
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+5%
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The Seller’s Edge: Capitalize Before the Tide TurnsWith rates at 6.75%, now’s prime. Sell to fund adventures or downsize—my clients have. Mike Law: From TV Lens to Land Deals 25 years filming TV, managing habitats—I’m your authentic realtor at Coulee Land Company.