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Big Hammock WMA

Odum • Wayne County • South Georgia & Coast

Big Hammock WMA near Odum protects bottomland hardwood, cypress forest, and upland hammock habitat with deer, turkey, small game, youth hunts, boat access, and river fishing.

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Big Hammock WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Big Hammock WMA

Big Hammock Wildlife Management Area encompasses 7,221 acres of state-owned property. Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, and small game. The WMA includes wildlife openings, upland hardwood hammock, bottomland hardwood, and cypress forest. The main gate may close when the Altamaha River is high. Confirm current river levels, gate status, access, licenses, seasons, and WMA regulations 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: No
  • Youth Hunts: Yes
  • Specialty Hunts: No
  • Developed Camping: No
  • Primitive Camping: No
  • Boat Access Required: No
Facilities & Recreation

Features at Big Hammock WMA

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

Hunting

Youth Hunts

Youth hunt opportunities may be available. Confirm age requirements, supervision rules, application details, and hunt dates with Georgia DNR.

Water Access

Boat Ramp

A boat ramp is available at this property. Confirm water levels, ramp condition, gate access, and boating rules before your trip.

Water Access

Canoe Access

Canoe or small-boat access may be useful for reaching parts of this property or nearby water. Confirm launch points and water conditions before visiting.

Water Access

River Fishing

River or creek fishing access may be available. Confirm fishing regulations, water levels, and access points before visiting.

Water Access

Lake Fishing

Lake or pond fishing access may be available. Confirm fishing regulations, licenses, and access points before visiting.

Facilities

Parking

Parking is available at this property. Confirm access roads, gates, and 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

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.

Hunting Summary

Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, and small game.

Habitat

Wildlife openings, upland hardwood hammock, bottomland hardwood, and cypress forest along the Altamaha River system.

Access Notes

Main entrance is off GA Highway 121; natural area walk-in entrance is off Mack Phillips Road.

Vehicle Access

Main gate closes if the Altamaha River reaches 9 feet or higher and remains closed during drying periods after the gauge drops.

Youth Hunts

youth hunts for this property.

Safety Notes

Do not block gates; keep vehicles on open improved roads.

Closures

Main gate may close during high Altamaha River conditions.

Fees & Passes

Land Access requires a hunting license, fishing license, or Lands Pass.

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