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The Coosawattee Wildlife Management Area at Carters Lake consists
of approximately 6,060 acres of mountain land in Gilmer and Murray
Counties. This area is open for deer hunting with archery
equipment only. Small game and turkey may be hunted with firearms
during open seasons (see current Georgia Hunting Regulations for season
dates). The terrain is typical of the Southern Appalachian foothills
and upper Piedmont region. Forest types in the Carters Lake area
consist primarily of upland hardwood and mixed pine hardwood
stands. Elevations range from 700 feet in valleys to 1376 feet on ridge
tops. To further supplement natural sources of food for wildlife in the area,
food plots have been established by the Georgia Department of Natural
Resources and the Army Corps of Engineers.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Hunting is permitted on most of the public land
adjacent to Carters Lake (see map). Hunting is also allowed in
campgrounds (archery only) after they are closed for the season. When
campground gates are closed for the winter no vehicle access is
permitted. During the annual wheelchair hunt, no archery hunting will
be permitted (wheelchair hunt dates posted in Georgia hunting
regulations handbook). Hunters may gain access to remote areas of the
lake by boat using Corps of Engineer boat ramps
around the project. Developed recreation areas posted with
orange safety zone signs are closed to all hunting. Please
consult the Georgia Hunting and Fishing regulations for additional
information.
OTHER INFORMATION
For specific camping and trail guide
information and regulations contact:
U.S. Army, Corps of Engineers
Post Office Box 96
Oakman, Georgia 30732-0096
Phone: (706) 334-2248
For Wildlife Resource Information contact:
Georgia Department of Natural
Resources, Wildlife Resource Division
2592 Floyd Springs Road, NE
Armuchee, Georgia 30105
Phone: (706) 295-6401
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