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Dixon Bay WMA

Sylvania • Screven County • South Georgia & Coast

Dixon Bay WMA near Sylvania is a 300-acre coastal-plain property with hardwood and pine habitat and hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, and small game.

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Dixon Bay WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Dixon Bay WMA

Dixon Bay Wildlife Management Area is composed of 300 acres of hardwood and pine in Georgia’s coastal plain region. Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, and small game. The property is useful as a small public-land hunting option near several larger Screven and Burke County WMAs. Confirm current seasons, licenses, access rules, closures, and property-specific 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

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Dixon Bay WMA

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

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

Coastal-plain hardwood and pine habitat near Sylvania.

Safety Notes

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

Fees & Passes

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

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