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Chattahoochee WMA

Helen • White County • North Georgia High Country

Chattahoochee WMA near Helen offers North Georgia public-land hunting on U.S. Forest Service property with primitive camping, hiking, river fishing, and wildlife viewing.

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Chattahoochee WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Chattahoochee WMA

Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area is located in White County on U.S. Forest Service property. The 25,150-acre area offers hunting opportunities for deer, bear, turkey, and small game, along with hiking trails, picnic sites, primitive campsites, river fishing, and wildlife viewing. Confirm current access, road status, licenses, hunt dates, closures, and WMA regulations with official agencies 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 Bear Small Game

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Chattahoochee WMA

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

Camping

Primitive Campsites

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

Trails

Hiking Trails

Hiking trails are available at this property. Confirm trail access, closures, and whether trails overlap with hunting areas during open seasons.

Day Use

Picnic Sites

Picnic sites are available at this property. Confirm current access, seasonal restrictions, and day-use rules 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.

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, bear, turkey, and small game.

Habitat

North Georgia mountain forest habitat in White County on U.S. Forest Service land.

Access Notes

the check station is on DNR-owned land near Smithgall Woods/Dukes Creek State Park.

Vehicle Access

Check U.S. Forest Service road closures before visiting.

ATV Notes

ATVs and UTVs are not allowed on U.S. Forest Service roads except on roads or trails specifically designated for their use.

Camping

Primitive campsites are listed by DNR for this property.

Fees & Passes

No fee to access land; license required to hunt or fish.

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