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Joe Kurz WMA

Gay • Meriwether County • Georgia Heartland

Joe Kurz WMA near Gay is a Piedmont public hunting area with deer, turkey, small game, dove, quail, quota hunts, canoe access, river fishing, and ADA parking.

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Joe Kurz WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Joe Kurz WMA

Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area is located in the Piedmont region and totals 3,700 acres. Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, small game, dove, and quail. Facilities and activities include a boat ramp, canoe access, lake, ADA parking, canoeing, quota hunts, river fishing, wildlife viewing, and geocaching restrictions during managed hunts and turkey season mornings. Confirm current access, quota details, 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 Dove Small Game Quail

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Joe Kurz 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.

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.

Facilities

ADA Parking

Accessible parking is available at this property. Confirm current access and site 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

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, dove, and quail.

Habitat

Piedmont-region habitat near Gay with lake and river-access features.

Quota Hunts

quota 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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