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Clarks Hill-West WMA

Thomson • McDuffie County • Georgia Heartland

Clarks Hill-West WMA near Thomson is a boat-access-oriented Clarks Hill Lake hunting area with deer, turkey, small game, and waterfowl opportunities.

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Clarks Hill-West WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Clarks Hill-West WMA

Clarks Hill Wildlife Management Area-West is located in McDuffie, Wilkes, and Warren counties. The 3,067-acre property is owned by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and managed by Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division. the area as property bordering three tributaries entering Clarks Hill Lake from the western side: Little River, Big Creek, and Hart Creek. Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, small game, and waterfowl. no public access from Vic Moore Road, best access by boat, and no camping offered on this WMA. Confirm current access, boat launches, hunt dates, licenses, 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 Waterfowl Small Game

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Clarks Hill-West WMA

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

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

Lake

Lake access is available at this property. Confirm fishing, boating, and shoreline rules before planning around lake use.

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, turkey, small game, and waterfowl.

Habitat

Rolling to steep mature mixed hardwood-pine woodland along tributaries entering Clarks Hill Lake.

Access Notes

No public access from Vic Moore Road. This property is best accessed by boat from the Little River boat ramp on U.S. Highway 78/GA Highway 17 or Clarks Hill Lake.

Vehicle Access

Vehicular access is limited; confirm current public access before visiting.

Camping

No camping offered on this WMA.

Fees & Passes

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

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