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Chickasawhatchee WMA

Albany • Dougherty County • South Georgia & Coast

Chickasawhatchee WMA southwest of Albany offers pine savannah habitat, a managed dove field, primitive camping, shooting and archery ranges, and varied hunting opportunities.

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Chickasawhatchee WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Chickasawhatchee WMA

Chickasawhatchee Wildlife Management Area is located about 12 miles southwest of Albany. The 19,700-acre WMA includes the Mike Commander Shooting Range, Mike Commander Archery Range, a managed dove field, and campsites for tents and RVs. the property as managed pine savannah supporting hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, dove, quail, small game, waterfowl, and furbearers. Always confirm current access, quota hunts, youth 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 Waterfowl Dove Small Game Furbearers Quail

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Chickasawhatchee 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.

Hunting

Youth Hunts

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

Hunting

Dove Field

A dove field is available at this property. Confirm field status, hunt dates, quota requirements, and access rules before visiting.

Camping

Primitive Campsites

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

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.

Trails

Hiking Trails

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

Shooting

Shooting Range

A shooting range is available at this property. Confirm current operating hours, closures, fees if any, and range safety rules before visiting.

Shooting

Archery Range

An archery range is available at this property. Check current hours, closure notices, safety rules, and equipment requirements 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.

Hunting Summary

Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, dove, quail, small game, waterfowl, and furbearers.

Habitat

Managed pine savannah habitat southwest of Albany.

Camping

Primitive campsites and campsites for tents and RVs are listed by DNR.

Quota Hunts

quota hunts for this property.

Youth Hunts

youth hunts for this property.

Safety Notes

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

Fees & Passes

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

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