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Tallulah Gorge WMA

Tallulah Falls • Rabun County • North Georgia High Country

Tallulah Gorge WMA offers forested mountain hunting terrain around Tallulah Gorge, the Tallulah River, Lake Tugaloo, trails, primitive campsites, and daily sign-in requirements.

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Tallulah Gorge WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Tallulah Gorge WMA

Tallulah Gorge WMA is mostly forested with rolling to steep hills. Tallulah Gorge and the Tallulah River roughly bisect the property, and the eastern and southeastern portions border Lake Tugaloo and the South Carolina state line. Hunting, fishing, hiking, primitive camping, and wildlife viewing are available. Daily on-site sign-in is required. This is a WMA Lands Pass area, but a Park Pass will satisfy the Lands Pass requirement. Confirm current seasons, licenses, sign-in requirements, access rules, closures, 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 Bear Small Game

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Tallulah Gorge WMA

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

Camping

Primitive Campsites

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

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.

Trails

Hiking Trails

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

Other Recreation

Wildlife Viewing

This property also offers wildlife viewing opportunities. Wear visible clothing and be aware of open hunting seasons when visiting.

Access

Daily Sign-In Required

This property includes daily sign-in required. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Access

Park Pass Accepted for Lands Pass

This property includes park pass accepted for lands pass. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Other Recreation

Fishing

Fishing is available as a recreation activity. Confirm licenses, seasons, and property-specific access 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 are available; confirm species, seasons, and legal methods with current regulations.

Habitat

Forested rolling-to-steep mountain terrain around Tallulah Gorge, the Tallulah River, and Lake Tugaloo.

Access Notes

Daily on-site sign-in is required.

Camping

Primitive campsites are available. No hookups, developed campground amenities, or camper length details are listed in the WMA record.

Safety Notes

All hunters and anglers must be appropriately licensed.

Fees & Passes

This is a WMA Lands Pass area, but a Park Pass will satisfy the Lands Pass requirement.

Map & Directions

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