Eagle Creek WMA
Directions and Description
Directions: The WMA is located northwest of Waynesboro, Tennessee.
The WMA is open year-round during daylight hours, please note hunting seasons. License fees may apply.
TWRA Contact Information: Region 2 Office: 615-781-6622, Toll-Free: 1-800-624-7406, E-mail the office, TWRA Area Manager: Pam McDonald (931) 762-5749
Description: The TWRA leases Eagle Creek Wildlife Management Area. The TWRA manages the property's habitat for wildlife hunting opportunities. The property is in different stages of clear-cuts and pines with some hardwoods in the hollows along the streams. This 22,000-acre property has hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, and small game.
Eagle Creek WMA regulations and dates are the same as statewide seasons and you do not need a special permit from the landowner, only the applicable TWRA hunting licenses and WMA permit.
Many visitors will recognize the historic log cabin erected by TWRA that was once used as the deer check-in station. Across Copelan Rd from the cabin is the primitive camping area for hunters, which is first come first serve, no sign-in required. Wild Turkey, White-tailed Deer, squirrels, rabbits, and other game species use this area and are often seen.
Regulations & Dates
CWD Carcass Transportation Regulations Apply
Big Game, Small Game, Trapping, and Dog Training - Same as statewide seasons, except as noted.
Quail - Nov. 2, 2024 - Jan. 15, 2025.
Camping - Open during deer and turkey seasons to any hunters who are actively hunting the WMA, primitive camping at 35.344943, 87.815234
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