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Rum Creek WMA

Forsyth • Monroe County • Georgia Heartland

Rum Creek WMA near Forsyth surrounds Lake Juliette and offers public hunting, water access, trails, and deer, turkey, small game, dove, waterfowl, and coyote opportunities.

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Rum Creek WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Rum Creek WMA

Rum Creek Wildlife Management Area is located in Monroe County. The 5,800-acre property offers hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, small game, dove, waterfowl, and coyote. Lake Juliette, a 3,600-acre Georgia Power reservoir, is surrounded by the WMA and sits near the Rum Creek MARSH project, a refuge area for wintering waterfowl. Confirm current waterfowl restrictions, horsepower limits, quota and specialty hunts, youth hunts, licenses, 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 Waterfowl Dove Small Game Coyote

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Rum Creek 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.

Hunting

Youth Hunts

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

Hunting

Specialty Hunts

Specialty hunts may be offered on this property. Review current Georgia DNR regulations for eligibility, dates, and access requirements.

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

Dock

A dock is available at this property. Confirm current condition and access before relying on it for launching, fishing, or trip planning.

Trails

Hiking Trails

Hiking trails are available at this property. Confirm trail access, closures, and whether trails overlap with hunting areas during open seasons.

Trails

Nature Trails

Nature trails are available at this property. Confirm current access and seasonal hunting activity 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, turkey, small game, dove, waterfowl, and coyote.

Habitat

Lake Juliette reservoir habitat, surrounding WMA lands, and waterfowl refuge context near the Rum Creek MARSH project.

Access Notes

No waterfowl hunting west of Ebenezer Road except youth waterfowl hunting in the designated Youth Area between Ebenezer and Juliette Roads.

Vehicle Access

No motor in excess of 25 hp may be operated on Lake Juliette.

Quota Hunts

quota hunts for this property.

Youth Hunts

youth hunts for this property.

Specialty Hunts

specialty 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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