How to lease land for hunting purposes?

[firefighter911]

I have been thinking about different ways to hunt besides on public land. The only way we think we could do without buying land or joining a club is to lease land from a rancher or land owner. We don't know much about it but would love any information anyone can give us. we have heard it is cheaper up north than it is in central or southern california. We have heard that you pretty much have to knock on doors which we might have to resort to but if there are any websites or resources that you are willing to share we would greatly appreciate it. Thanks, and if you have any info you are more than welcome to pm me your response.

 

[easymoney]

It has gotten very hard to get permission to hunt on private property these days, mainly because of liability issues and financial reasons.
Short of going door to door, you might try posting on CL in the farm/ranch section or other social media, print up some fliers or cards to put up at local sporting goods stores, local small restaurants or feed stores. I have had luck speaking to local ranchers at the little restaraunt where they eat breakfast and either they are willing to listen to me or the blow me off before I get two words out...
The bottom line is most large properties that have good habitat or numbers of game animals are already leased by hunting guides or outfitters. They can and do pay alot more than most individuals can or be willing to pay. These days it is all about making these ranches pay for themselves.

 

[asaxon]

Alternative

Or you can buy a nice parcel of property. Look at this great piece of land near Parkfield. It is only 1,195,000 but I bet we can get it for a cool 900,000 or even less. The Admiral told me I can't buy it.

Listing Numbers 179775, 134254, 129067

Listings as of 04/12/12 at 8:18am

Active 09/12/11 Listing # 179775 Vineyard Canyon Rd Parkfield, CA 93451 Map Listing Price: $1,195,000 County: Monterey Cross St: Slacks Canyon Map: 0, A1

	Prop Type	Lots and Land	Prop Subtype(s)	Agricultural
Area	PR North 46-East 101	Sub-area	PR So. Monterey Co. SE
		Price/Acre	$2,335.13
APN	423-151-021-000	Lot Sq Ft (approx)	22291830 ((Tax Records))
		Lot Acres (approx)	511.750
DOM/CDOM	213/213
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Directions From Paso, N. on 101, off San Miguel Exit, north thru town. Right on 14th/River Rd, over bridge then 1st left on Cross Cyn.immediate left on Indian Valley Right @ Y to Vineyard Cyn. to Parkfield.

Public Remark ATTENTION PIG HUNTERS! This an amazing property only 25 minutes north of Paso Robles in the Parkfield area of So. Monterey County. SELLER MAY CARRY! Located on two sides of Vineyard Canyon Rd (a paved road) there is a huge variety of topography offering something for everyone. There is also a seasonal creek. Most of the property is completely private from the road, with tranquil lush meadows, trophy oaks, digger pines and many other trees and other forms of vegetation. Remarkable view sites, steep rugged areas and an abundance of wildlife, including pig, deer, quail, etc. There is tremendous possibilities, needs lots of vegetation cleanup, has been untouched for years. Seller out of the area with no time to visit. This is a fantastic opportunity for the hunter, cattle/horse operation or????? Topo and Other maps attached.