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Elmodel WMA

Newton • Baker County • South Georgia & Coast

Elmodel WMA near Newton is a 1,600-acre public hunting area with deer, dove, turkey, small game, canoe access, creek fishing, and seasonal road-management notes.

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Elmodel WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Elmodel WMA

Elmodel Wildlife Management Area is located on 1,600 acres near Newton. Hunting opportunities include deer, dove, turkey, and small game. Facilities and activities include canoe access along Highway 37 only, creek fishing, geocaching restrictions before 10 a.m. during turkey season, and that some roads and areas may be closed during certain seasons for dove field management and invasive species control. Camping is not allowed on this property. Confirm current access, seasonal closures, 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 Dove 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 Elmodel WMA

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

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.

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, dove, turkey, and small game.

Habitat

Southwest Georgia WMA habitat near Newton with creek access and dove-field management considerations.

Access Notes

Canoe access is along Highway 37 only.

Vehicle Access

Some roads and areas may be closed during certain seasons for dove field management and invasive species control.

Camping

Camping is not allowed on this property.

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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