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Cochrans Creek VPA

The Cochrans Creek Voluntary Public Access (VPA) area is a 2,507-acre piece of property located near Amicalola Creek State Park in Dawson County, GA. As of 3/17/23 this area is not yet open to hunting but opportunities will include deer, bear, turkey, and small game.

Charles B. Henson VPA

Charles B. Henson VPA is a partnership between the Southeastern Cave Conservancy International (SCCi) and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Division to provide hunting opportunities on land originally purchased for the express purpose of protecting cave environments. Access to this land via the VPA agreement is for hunting opportunities only. All other activities such as hiking, fishing, or caving is strictly managed by the SCCi.

Tallulah Gorge WMA

Tallulah Gorge WMA is mostly forested with rolling to steep hills. The Gorge itself and the Tallulah River roughly bisect the property. The eastern and southeastern portion of the WMA is border by Lake Tugaloo and the South Carolina state line. Daily on-site sign-in is required. This is a WMA Lands Pass area, but a Park Pass will suffice for the Lands Pass requirement. All hunters and anglers must be appropriately licensed.

Treat Mountain VPA

Treat Mountain VPA is a 5,087-acre property located between Cedartown and Tallapoosa. Opportunities include hunting for deer, turkey and small game. See regulations for details. No ATVs or camping allowed. Hunters utilizing this area for deer or turkey hunting should be sure to check their game using Georgia Game Check and select Public Land option, Polk County, and then Treat Mountain VPA.

Tallapoosa River VPA

Tallapoosa River VPA is a 3,053-acre property located between Cedartown and Buchanan. Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey (for youth only) and small game. See regulations for details. No ATVs or camping allowed. Hunters utilizing this area for deer or turkey hunting should be sure to check their game using Georgia Game Check and select Public Land option, Polk County, and then Tallapoosa River VPA.

Scotland Road VPA

Scotland Road VPA is a 199-acre area first leased in 2020 that provides deer, small game and turkey opportunities. There is no coyote or hog seasons on this property. Hunters utilizing this area for deer or turkey hunting should be sure to check their game using Georgia Game Check and select Public Land option, Laurens County, and then Scotland Road VPA.