Located in the southern Appalachian foothills of north Georgia, Carter's Lake WMA is managed by the Department of Natural Resources and the Army Corps of Engineers. The tract sits on over 6,000 acres and offers an abundance of outdoor activities for visitors. Hunting opportunities include deer, bear, turkey, small game and waterfowl. No ATVs are allowed on the property.

Wheelchair hunters must apply by letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers between August 15–September 10 at:
975 Powerhouse Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705

Accommodations & Facilities

• Coosawattee-Carter's Lake Archery Range
• Beach
• Bike Trails
• Boat Ramp
• Canoe Access
• Dock
• Hiking Trails
• Lake
• Marina
• Museum
• Nature Trails
• Picnic Shelters
• Picnic Sites
• Primitive Campsites

Activities

• Biking
• Canoeing
• Hiking
• Hunting
  • Wheelchair Hunts
• Lake Fishing
• Primitive Camping
• Private Boating
• River Fishing
• Water Skiing
• Wildlife Viewing

Nearby Properties

• Allatoona WMA
• Arrowhead WMA
• Blue Ridge WMA
• Chestatee WMA
• Chief Vann House State Historic Site
• Conasauga River WMA
• Cooper's Creek WMA
• Coosawattee WMA
• Crockford Pigeon Mountain WMA
• Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site
• Dawson Forest WMA
• John's Mountain WMA
• McGraw Ford WMA
• New Echota State Historic Site
• Pine Log WMA
• Rich Mountain WMA
• Rich Mountain WMA: Cartecay Tract

Nearby Accommodations

MAKE AN OVERNIGHT RESERVATION

• Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge
• Fort Mountain State Park
• Vogel State Park