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McGraw Ford WMA

Ball Ground • Cherokee County • North Georgia High Country

McGraw Ford WMA in Cherokee County offers Etowah River frontage, archery deer and bear focus, managed dove fields, paddling access, and hunting for deer, bear, turkey, small game, dove, and waterfowl.

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McGraw Ford WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

McGraw Ford WMA

McGraw Ford Wildlife Management Area is located in Cherokee County on the Etowah River. This 2,070-acre property offers hunting opportunities for deer, bear, turkey, small game, dove, and waterfowl. The wildlife-management focus includes archery deer and bear hunting, season-long dove hunting on managed dove fields, and spring turkey hunting. The area provides about five miles of river frontage and paddling/fishing access. No ATVs are allowed. Confirm current access, licenses, seasons, dove-field status, 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 Bear Waterfowl 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
  • ATVs: No
Facilities & Recreation

Features at McGraw Ford WMA

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

Hunting

Managed Dove Field

A managed dove field is available. Confirm current planting status, hunt dates, and any sign-in or quota requirements before visiting.

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

River Access

River access is available at this property. Confirm water levels, safe access points, and property boundaries 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, bear, turkey, small game, dove, and waterfowl.

Habitat

Etowah River frontage with managed dove fields and river-access habitat.

Access Notes

Property includes about five miles of Etowah River frontage.

ATV Notes

No ATVs are allowed on the 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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