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Silver Lake WMA

Bainbridge • Decatur County • South Georgia & Coast

Silver Lake WMA in southern Decatur County offers deer, turkey, small game, quail, waterfowl, quota hunts, youth hunts, lakes, ponds, primitive camping, and rare-species habitat.

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Silver Lake WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Silver Lake WMA

Silver Lake Wildlife Management Area is a 9,200-acre property in southern Decatur County. Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, small game, quail, and waterfowl. The property supports red-cockaded woodpeckers, Bachman's sparrows, gopher tortoises, nesting bald eagles, and other high-priority species. Facilities and activities include a 350-acre lake, four smaller ponds, boat ramps, docks, equestrian trails, hiking trails, picnic sites, primitive campsites, fishing dock, quota hunts, youth hunts, lake fishing, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing. Confirm current access, licenses, quota and youth hunt details, 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 Waterfowl Small Game Quail

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Silver Lake 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.

Habitat

Rare Species Habitat

This property includes sensitive habitat for rare or priority species. Stay on appropriate access routes and follow all posted rules.

Habitat

Longleaf Pine Habitat

Longleaf pine habitat is available at this property. Prescribed fire and habitat work may affect access, so check current notices before visiting.

Camping

Primitive Campsites

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

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

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.

Water Access

Fishing Dock

A fishing dock is available at this property. Confirm current condition, access, and fishing regulations before visiting.

Water Access

Lake Fishing

Lake or pond fishing access may be available. Confirm fishing regulations, licenses, and access points before visiting.

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

Equestrian Trails

Equestrian trails are available at this property. Confirm horse access, closures, and restrictions during managed hunts.

Trails

Horseback Riding

Horseback riding is available at this property. Confirm restrictions during hunting seasons and managed hunts before visiting.

Day Use

Picnic Sites

Picnic sites are available at this property. Confirm current access, seasonal restrictions, and day-use rules before visiting.

Facilities

ADA Parking

Accessible parking is available at this property. Confirm current access and site 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.

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, quail, and waterfowl.

Habitat

Longleaf and wiregrass pine flatwoods, lake and pond habitat, red-cockaded woodpecker groups, Bachman's sparrows, gopher tortoises, and nesting bald eagles.

Camping

Primitive campsites are listed by Georgia DNR for this property. No developed campsites, RV hookups, electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, or camper length details are listed on the DNR property page. Confirm current camping rules before planning an overnight stay.

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.

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