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Gaither WMA

Covington • Newton County • Georgia Heartland

Gaither WMA near Covington is a 2,129-acre leased Newton County tract with small game, turkey, deer, regular deer quota hunts, and a youth deer quota hunt.

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Gaither WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Gaither WMA

Gaither Wildlife Management Area is a 2,129-acre leased property made available through cooperation with the Newton County Board of Commissioners. Hunting opportunities include small game, turkey, and deer. The tract has regular deer quota hunts and a youth deer quota hunt. No camping areas are identified for the WMA. Confirm current seasons, licenses, quota application requirements, access rules, 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: Yes
  • Youth Hunts: Yes
  • Specialty Hunts: No
  • Developed Camping: No
  • Primitive Camping: No
  • Boat Access Required: No
Facilities & Recreation

Features at Gaither 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.

Facilities

Sign-In Kiosk

This property includes sign-in kiosk. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions 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.

Planning Notes

Important details before you go

These notes summarize durable planning considerations. Current regulations and closures can change.

Hunting Summary

Hunting opportunities include small game, turkey, and deer.

Habitat

Leased Newton County public hunting tract near Mansfield and Covington.

Access Notes

Access is from the Mansfield area by GA Highway 11, Henderson Mill Road, and Davis Ford Road.

Camping

No designated camping areas are identified for this WMA.

Quota Hunts

Regular deer quota hunt opportunities are available; confirm current application requirements before planning a hunt.

Youth Hunts

A youth deer quota hunt opportunity is available; confirm eligibility and dates before planning a hunt.

Safety Notes

Confirm quota hunt dates and access rules before visiting.

Fees & Passes

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

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