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Paulding Forest WMA

Rockmart • Paulding County • North Georgia High Country

Paulding Forest WMA near Rockmart offers public hunting, primitive camping, lake access, Silver Comet Trail access, and deer, bear, turkey, and small game opportunities.

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Paulding Forest WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Paulding Forest WMA

Paulding Forest Wildlife Management Area is located in Paulding and Polk counties. The 25,707-acre property offers hunting opportunities for deer, bear, turkey, and small game. Raccoon Creek, trail closures during firearm deer hunts and before 10 a.m. during archery deer and turkey hunts, and no ATV use on the property. Confirm current access, licenses, trail restrictions, youth hunt details, hunt dates, 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 Bear Small Game

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Paulding Forest WMA

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

Hunting

Youth Hunts

Youth hunt opportunities may be available. Confirm age requirements, supervision rules, application details, and hunt dates with Georgia DNR.

Camping

Primitive Campsites

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

Water Access

Lake

Lake access is available at this property. Confirm fishing, boating, and shoreline rules before planning around lake use.

Trails

Silver Comet Trail

Silver Comet Trail access is part of the property's recreation setting. Confirm nearby access points and how they relate to the hunting area.

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, and small game.

Habitat

Northwest Georgia forest habitat in Paulding and Polk counties, with Raccoon Creek and nearby trail access.

Access Notes

Horse and bike trails and areas, except the Silver Comet Trail, close all day during firearm deer hunts and before 10 a.m. during archery deer and turkey hunts.

ATV Notes

No ATVs allowed on the property.

Camping

Primitive campsites are listed by DNR 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.

Map & Directions

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