Cohutta WMA

Cohutta WMA

Cohutta Wildlife Management Area is located in Murray, Fannin and Gilmer counties. This 96,583-acre property is owned primarily by the U.S. Forest Service with additional properties annually leased to provide hunting opportunities for deer, turkey and small game. Over 158 miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails are open to the public.

Vehicle Usage: ATVs and UTVs are not allowed on U.S. Forest Service roads. They may only be used on roads/trails designated specifically for their use. For more information, visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/conf/home/?cid=fseprd1154774.

Check Road Closures: Road closures due to damage or weather-related conditions for this property will be listed at https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/conf/.

Campgrounds

The US Forest Service has switched to a cashless payment system. You will have to download the recreation.gov app, set up an account and pay online to use the facilities. Please note that proof of payment has to be shown at arrival. Cell service can be poor at the campsites so take a screenshot or print off with you. Visit the USFS sites listed below to see definitive information on using the grounds.

Cottonwood Patch Campground
Hickey Gap Campground
- This campground is free and does not require reservations. Occupancy of sites are on a first come, first served basis.
Jacks River Fields Campground
Lake Conasauga Campground
Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground
Ball Field Camping Area
- This campground is free and does not require reservations. Occupancy of sites are on a first come, first served basis.