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Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA

Lafayette • Walker County • North Georgia High Country

Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA in Walker County offers Northwest Georgia hunting, five designated camping areas, trails, caves, rock features, lake access, and dramatic mountain scenery.

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Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA

Crockford-Pigeon Mountain Wildlife Management Area is a 20,657-acre state-owned WMA in Walker County. abundant wildlife, miles of trails, unique natural features, and well-known destinations such as Rocktown, Lost Wall, Pocket, Pettyjohn’s Cave, Sawmill Lake, Bluehole Springs, and Civil War Wayside. Hunters use the area for deer, turkey, squirrel, quail, and rabbit. Always confirm trail closures, access rules, licenses, specialty/youth hunts, 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 Rabbit Squirrel Quail

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Crockford-Pigeon Mountain 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.

Hunting

Specialty Hunts

Specialty hunts may be offered on this property. Review current Georgia DNR regulations for eligibility, dates, and access requirements.

Camping

Primitive Campsites

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

Water Access

Lake

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

Trails

Hiking Trails

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

Trails

Bike Trails

Bike trails or bicycle access are available at this property. Confirm whether access is recreational or limited to hunter access.

Trails

Equestrian Trails

Equestrian trails are available at this property. Confirm horse access, closures, and restrictions during managed hunts.

Trails

Horseback Riding

Horseback riding is available at this property. Confirm restrictions during hunting seasons and managed hunts 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.

Other Recreation

Caving

Caving is part of the property's recreation setting. Confirm current rules, closures, safety requirements, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Other Recreation

Rock Climbing

Rock climbing is part of the property's recreation setting. Confirm current access, safety rules, and whether closures are in effect.

Other Recreation

Parasailing & Hang Gliding

Parasailing or hang gliding is part of the property's recreation setting. Confirm current operator rules, access, and closures 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, squirrel, quail, and rabbit.

Habitat

Northwest Georgia mountain habitat with caves, cliffs, trails, lake access, springs, and protected natural features.

Access Notes

Cavers must sign in at cave kiosks before and after caving; Ulla Cave requires an application and permit.

ATV Notes

No ATVs allowed on the property.

Camping

Five designated camping areas are listed by DNR.

Youth Hunts

youth hunts for this property.

Specialty Hunts

specialty hunts for this property.

Safety Notes

Horse, bike, caving, hiking, rock climbing, parasailing, and hang-gliding trails close during firearm deer seasons; horse and bike trails close before 10 a.m. during archery deer and turkey season.

Fees & Passes

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

Map & Directions

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