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Beaverdam Creek WMA
A 4,055-acre wildlife management area in Hickman County and Lewis County. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) manages it.
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What to know about Beaverdam Creek WMA
Leased timber land (not TWRA-owned) of clearcuts and pine with hardwood hollows. Statewide seasons; no camping.
The area listing names 3 kinds of game: deer, turkey and small game. Most of it lies in Hickman County, part of deer Unit 2.
The managing agency’s page for Beaverdam Creek WMA carries the map, dates and permit details.
What to pack for Beaverdam Creek WMA
Four items worth checking before this hunt, from the deer rifle hunting list.
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Beaverdam Creek WMA seasons and rules for 2026-27
Listed species and the 2026-27 statewide seasons, followed by county-level rules.
Deer
The 2026-27 statewide window is Aug 28, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027. The area itself may run a shorter season.
Turkey
The 2026-27 statewide window is Sep 26, 2026 to May 16, 2027. The area itself may run a shorter season.
Small game
The 2026-27 statewide window is Aug 22, 2026 to Jun 13, 2027. Covers squirrel, rabbit and other small game where the area allows them. The area itself may run a shorter season.
Deer limits in Unit 2
Three antlerless a day is the cap across Young Sportsman, archery, muzzleloader, straight-wall rifle and gun hunts, with no antlerless deer in the August hunt. Bucks: 1 per day and 2 per season under statewide rules.
Blaze orange rule
Outside archery-only and turkey hunts, big game hunters need 500 square inches of fluorescent orange or pink on the head and upper body.
Statewide dates and limits from the 2026-27 TWRA hunting guide, checked October 12, 2026. Each WMA has its own dates and rules in the guide; the area listing wins where it differs.
In season at Beaverdam Creek WMA today
There is no open bear season in Hickman County. Private land baiting is allowed in Hickman County with the bait license.
- Deer
- Turkey
- Ducks
- Waterfowl
- Canada goose
- White-fronted goose
- Brant
- Light geese
- Dove
- Woodcock
- Snipe
- Rails (virginia, sora)
- Gallinule and moorhen
- Crow
- Squirrel
- Rabbit
- Quail
- Grouse
- RaccoonYear-round
- Opossum
- CoyoteYear-round
- Bobcat
- Feral hogYear-round
TWRA 2026-27 guide, checked October 12, 2026.
Beaverdam Creek WMA map and neighboring areas
Look for the orange marker for Beaverdam Creek WMA, an approximate center drawn from the TWRA hunting map. Gold points show the other public land within about 70 miles. For supplies, the nearest towns are Hohenwald (10 mi), Centerville (12 mi), Waynesboro (28 mi).
Processors, taxidermists and shops near Beaverdam Creek WMA
Listings from Hickman County and Lewis County and the counties that border it.
Distances are straight-line estimates. Hours change by season, so call ahead. Full services directory.
Beaverdam Creek WMA area deer harvest by county
These are whole-county totals, not harvest from this area by itself. Of 95 counties, Hickman ranks #36 for reported deer.
| County | Deer 2023-24 | Deer 2024-25 | Deer 2025-26 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hickman County | 1,845 | 2,513 | 1,797 | #36 of 95 |
| Lewis County | 493 | 646 | 493 | #91 of 95 |
Total reported deer harvest by county, WMA harvest included, from TWRA Hunter’s Toolbox reports. Seasons run July 1 to June 30.
Hunting Beaverdam Creek WMA: questions
How do I find Beaverdam Creek WMA?
The area is in Middle Tennessee, in Hickman County and Lewis County. Maps and access points are on the official area page.
How big is Beaverdam Creek WMA?
The managing agency gives 4,055 acres as its size.
What game is open on Beaverdam Creek WMA?
Deer, turkey and small game. The area sets its own dates for each, sometimes tighter than the statewide ones.
Do I need a special permit for Beaverdam Creek WMA?
TWRA requires a WMA permit, or the annual sportsman license that includes it, for hunters 16 to 64, on top of the licenses for the game hunted. A few areas and the federal refuges add separate permits.
Is Beaverdam Creek WMA a quota hunt area?
Not in the current guide. Quota hunts can be added, so look at the listing every year.
What deer unit covers Beaverdam Creek WMA?
Deer limits come from Unit 2, which covers Hickman County. Up to 3 antlerless deer a day may be taken in archery, muzzleloader, straight-wall rifle, gun and Young Sportsman seasons. None may be taken in the August hunt.
Can I bait or move whole carcasses from Beaverdam Creek WMA?
As of 2026-27, Hickman County is not a CWD county and is not in the Management Zone.
What public hunting land is close to Beaverdam Creek WMA?
Nearest on this site: MTSU WMA (about 7 miles), Happy Hollow WMA (about 11 miles) and Hick Hill WMA (about 15 miles).
Is there a deer processor near Beaverdam Creek WMA?
Processors listed nearby include C & G Custom American Butchers, Lighthouse Meats and Vaught's Deer Processing. Hours shift with the season, so call before heading in.
How do I check in a deer or turkey?
By midnight on the day it is taken, using the TWRA On The Go app, the website or a check station, and always before it leaves Tennessee.
Plan a hunt on Beaverdam Creek WMA
Seasons, limits and area rules change every year. Check the 2026-27 TWRA guide and the Beaverdam Creek WMA listing before you go.