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Alapaha River WMA

Ocilla • Irwin County • South Georgia & Coast

Alapaha River WMA near Ocilla offers public hunting, river access, primitive camping, ponds, and South Georgia habitat along the Alapaha River corridor.

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Alapaha River WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Alapaha River WMA

Alapaha River Wildlife Management Area is a South Georgia public hunting area near Ocilla with upland pine forest, bottomland hardwoods, creek drains, and cypress-gum wetlands. Use GeorgiaOutdoors.com for planning context, then confirm current access, seasons, quota hunts, licenses, closures, and WMA regulations with Georgia DNR before visiting.

Hunting Opportunities

Species and access notes

Use these as planning categories only. Seasons, quota details, legal methods, bag limits, and property-specific rules must be confirmed through Georgia DNR before visiting.

Listed Game Opportunities

Deer Turkey Small Game

Hunt & Access Flags

  • Quota Hunts: Yes
  • Youth Hunts: No
  • Specialty Hunts: No
  • Developed Camping: Yes
  • Primitive Camping: Yes
  • Boat Access Required: No
Facilities & Recreation

Features at Alapaha River WMA

Features are based on researched property data and should be verified with official sources before making a trip plan.

Hunting

Quota Hunts

Quota hunt opportunities may be available. Apply through Georgia DNR and confirm hunt dates, check-in rules, and eligibility before planning a trip.

Camping

Primitive Campsites

Primitive campsites may be available. Expect basic camping with limited or no hookups unless official property notes say otherwise.

Water Access

River Access

River access is available at this property. Confirm water levels, safe access points, and property boundaries before visiting.

Water Access

Ponds

Ponds are available at this property. Confirm current access, fishing rules, and seasonal conditions before visiting.

Other Recreation

Wildlife Viewing

This property also offers wildlife viewing opportunities. Wear visible clothing and be aware of open hunting seasons when visiting.

Other Recreation

Fishing

Fishing is available as a recreation activity. Confirm licenses, seasons, and property-specific access before visiting.

Other Recreation

Geocaching

Geocaching is not allowed during managed hunts or before 10 a.m. during turkey season.

Planning Notes

Important details before you go

These notes summarize durable planning considerations. Current regulations and closures can change.

Camping

Developed camping may be available, but campsite type, hookups, camper length, road access, and reservation requirements should be confirmed with official sources before planning an overnight stay.

Hunting Summary

hunting and quota hunts for this WMA. Confirm current species opportunities and hunt dates with official Georgia DNR regulations.

Habitat

Approximately 4,726 acres of upland pine forest plus about 2,143 acres of bottomland hardwood forest, creek drains, and cypress-gum wetlands.

Access Notes

Do not block gates. Keep vehicles on open improved roads.

Vehicle Access

Roads not open to motorized vehicles are posted with “No Vehicle Access” signage.

Map & Directions

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