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Penholoway Swamp WMA

Jesup • Wayne County • South Georgia & Coast

Penholoway Swamp WMA near Jesup offers deer, turkey, small game, youth hunts, archery-only areas, lake and river fishing, boating, and canoe access.

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Penholoway Swamp WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Penholoway Swamp WMA

Penholoway Swamp Wildlife Management Area is located in Jesup. This 10,546-acre property offers hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, and small game. All areas north of Paradise Park Road are archery only. Cogden Lake and Hogan Lake offer fishing opportunities, and the Boyles Island Tract is river-access only. Confirm current access, youth hunt 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 Small Game

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Penholoway Swamp 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.

Hunting

Archery-Only Area

Part of this property is restricted to archery hunting. Confirm the current boundaries, season dates, and weapon restrictions before hunting.

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, and small game.

Habitat

Swamp, lake, river, and archery-only hunting habitat near Jesup.

Access Notes

All areas north of Paradise Park Road are archery only. Boyles Island Tract access is by river only.

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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