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Townsend WMA

Ludowici • Long County • South Georgia & Coast

Townsend WMA near Ludowici is a large Altamaha River public hunting area with deer, turkey, small game, waterfowl, primitive campsites, boating, canoeing, and lake and river fishing.

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Townsend WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Townsend WMA

Townsend Wildlife Management Area is located in Long and McIntosh counties. The property is 32,000 acres made up of four tracts: North Townsend, South Townsend, Buck Island, and Pine Island Tract. The property offers deer, turkey, small game, and waterfowl hunting, along with canoe access, lake access, boating, canoeing, primitive campsites, lake fishing, river fishing, and wildlife viewing. Roads accessing portions of Townsend WMA may flood when the Altamaha River is high. Confirm river levels, access, 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 Waterfowl Small Game

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Townsend 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

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

River Fishing

River or creek fishing access may be available. Confirm fishing regulations, water levels, and access points before visiting.

Water Access

Lake Fishing

Lake or pond fishing access may be available. Confirm fishing regulations, licenses, 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, small game, and waterfowl.

Habitat

Large north-side Altamaha River tract system with lake, river, swamp, and waterfowl habitat.

Access Notes

Roads accessing portions of Townsend WMA may flood when the Altamaha River is high.

Vehicle Access

Use caution and check water-gauge levels when the Altamaha River is above flood-prone thresholds.

Camping

Primitive campsites are listed by DNR for this property.

Safety Notes

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

Closures

Flooding may affect road access during high Altamaha River conditions.

Fees & Passes

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

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