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Phinizy Swamp WMA

Augusta • Richmond County • Georgia Heartland

Phinizy Swamp WMA near Augusta protects 1,500 acres of swamp and pond habitat with deer, turkey, small game, waterfowl, canoe access, and walk-in fishing.

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Phinizy Swamp WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Phinizy Swamp WMA

Phinizy Swamp Wildlife Management Area is a 1,500-acre property in Richmond County. Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, small game, and waterfowl. Facilities and activities include canoe access, ponds, canoeing, walk-in fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing. No camping is allowed on the WMA. Confirm current seasons, licenses, water levels, access rules, and property-specific 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 Waterfowl Small Game

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Phinizy Swamp WMA

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

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

Ponds

Ponds are available at this property. Confirm current access, fishing rules, and seasonal 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.

Habitat

Wetlands

This property includes wetlands. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Other Recreation

Geocaching

Geocaching is not allowed during managed hunts or before 10 a.m. during turkey season.

Fishing

Walk-In Fishing

This property includes walk-in fishing. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

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.

Habitat

Swamp and pond habitat in Richmond County with canoe access and walk-in fishing.

Camping

No camping is allowed on this property.

Safety Notes

Geocaching is not allowed before 10 a.m. during turkey season. Confirm water levels before visiting.

Fees & Passes

Land Access requires a hunting license, fishing license, or Lands Pass.

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