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Griffin Ridge WMA

Ludowici • Long County • South Georgia & Coast

Griffin Ridge WMA in Long County is a 5,600-acre coastal-region hunting area with deer, turkey, small game, alligator, quota hunts, youth hunts, canoe access, lake access, and limited camping.

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Griffin Ridge WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Griffin Ridge WMA

Griffin Ridge Wildlife Management Area is located in Long County. this 5,600-acre property with hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, small game, and alligator. no ATVs or horses are allowed, vehicular access is limited to designated parking areas, and camping is allowed only at Fountain Hole Camping Area. Facilities and activities include canoe access, Fountain Hole Camping Area, lake, nature trails, boating, canoeing, camping, geocaching restrictions, quota hunts, youth hunts, lake and river fishing, and wildlife viewing. Confirm current access, camping rules, quota details, licenses, 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 Alligator Small Game

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Griffin Ridge 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.

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.

Trails

Nature Trails

Nature trails are available at this property. Confirm current access and seasonal hunting activity before visiting.

Camping

Fountain Hole Camping Area

This property includes fountain hole camping area. 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.

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, turkey, small game, and alligator.

Habitat

Coastal-region WMA habitat in Long County with lake, nature-trail, and river/lake access features.

Access Notes

Vehicular access is limited to designated parking areas.

ATV Notes

No ATVs or horses are allowed on the property.

Camping

Camping allowed only at Fountain Hole Camping Area.

Quota Hunts

quota hunts for this property.

Youth Hunts

youth hunts for this property.

Safety Notes

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

Fees & Passes

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

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