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Horse Creek WMA

Jacksonville • Telfair County • South Georgia & Coast

Horse Creek WMA near Jacksonville offers coastal-plain hunting, boat and canoe access, lake and river fishing, primitive camping, and deer, turkey, small game, and waterfowl opportunities.

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Horse Creek WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Horse Creek WMA

Horse Creek Wildlife Management Area covers just over 7,397 acres in Georgia coastal-plain habitat. Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, small game, and waterfowl in two impoundments. Facilities and activities include a boat ramp, canoe access, lake, primitive campsites, canoeing, lake fishing, river fishing, wildlife viewing, and geocaching restrictions. Confirm current access, licenses, seasons, 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 Waterfowl Small Game

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Horse Creek WMA

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

Camping

Primitive Campsites

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

Water Access

Boat Ramp

A boat ramp is available at this property. Confirm water levels, ramp condition, gate access, and boating rules before your trip.

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.

Water Access

River Fishing

River or creek fishing access may be available. Confirm fishing regulations, water levels, and access points before visiting.

Water Access

Lake Fishing

Lake or pond fishing access may be available. Confirm fishing regulations, licenses, and access points 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

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 waterfowl in two impoundments.

Habitat

Coastal-plain habitat with lake, river, and waterfowl impoundment access.

Camping

Primitive campsites are listed by DNR 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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