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Tuckahoe WMA

Sylvania • Screven County • South Georgia & Coast

Tuckahoe WMA near Sylvania is a large Savannah River public hunting area with deer, turkey, small game, youth hunts, designated camping, boat ramp, canoe access, lake access, and river fishing.

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Tuckahoe WMA
WMA Wildlife Management Area

Tuckahoe WMA

Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area is a 15,100-acre property located in Screven County along the Savannah River. Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, and small game. Facilities and activities include boat ramp, canoe access, dock, lake access, boating, canoeing, youth hunts, lake fishing, river fishing, wildlife viewing, and Brier Creek Revolutionary War Battlefield Memorial Site. Camping is allowed only in designated sites. Confirm current seasons, licenses, youth hunt details, camping rules, water levels, 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 Small Game

Hunt & Access Flags

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

Features at Tuckahoe WMA

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

Hunting

Youth Hunts

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

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

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.

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.

Camping

Designated Campsites

This property includes designated campsites. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions 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

Savannah River corridor habitat with lakes, boat access, canoe access, and designated camping.

Camping

Camping is allowed only in designated sites. No hookups, developed campground amenities, or camper length details are listed in the property record.

Youth Hunts

Youth hunt opportunities are available; confirm eligibility and dates before planning a hunt.

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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