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Sansavilla WMA

Hortense • Wayne County • South Georgia & Coast

Sansavilla WMA in Wayne County along the Altamaha River offers deer, turkey, small game, quota hunts, youth hunts, boat ramp, canoe access, and river fishing.

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Sansavilla WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Sansavilla WMA

Sansavilla Wildlife Management Area is located in Wayne County along the Altamaha River. This 16,867-acre property offers hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, and small game. No camping is allowed. The Wire Road Tract is open for hunting as part of Sansavilla WMA, and the property includes boat ramp, canoe access, boating, canoeing, quota hunts, youth hunts, river fishing, wildlife viewing, and geocaching restrictions. Confirm current access, quota 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: Yes
  • Youth Hunts: Yes
  • Specialty Hunts: No
  • Developed Camping: No
  • Primitive Camping: No
  • Boat Access Required: No
Facilities & Recreation

Features at Sansavilla 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.

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

River Fishing

River or creek fishing access may be available. Confirm fishing regulations, water levels, 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

Altamaha River corridor habitat in Wayne County, including the Wire Road Tract.

Access Notes

The Wire Road Tract is located on Wire Road, eight miles south of the Wire Road/Highway 341 intersection.

Camping

No camping is allowed on the property.

Quota Hunts

quota hunts 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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