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Mount Roosevelt WMA
Wildlife management area, 11,000 acres, in Roane County, Cumberland County and Morgan County. Management falls to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA).
Photo: Brian Stansberry (CC BY 3.0)
Mount Roosevelt WMA overview
Mountain WMA around Rockwood; the main access is the overlook. Closed to bear hunting and to antlerless deer during gun season.
Mount Roosevelt WMA is listed for deer, turkey and small game. For deer limits, Roane County puts it in Unit 5.
Read the official Mount Roosevelt WMA listing for its map, current dates and any permits.
Before you head to Mount Roosevelt WMA
Four items from the deer rifle hunting checklist.
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Seasons and limits at Mount Roosevelt WMA
The game listed for this area, with 2026-27 statewide dates and the county rules that apply.
Deer
Statewide, 2026-27 hunting for this species spans Aug 28, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027. Area seasons are sometimes shorter than the statewide ones.
Turkey
Statewide, 2026-27 hunting for this species spans Sep 26, 2026 to May 16, 2027. Area seasons are sometimes shorter than the statewide ones.
Small game
Statewide, 2026-27 hunting for this species spans Aug 22, 2026 to Jun 13, 2027. Squirrel, rabbit and similar small game count here when the area allows them. Area seasons are sometimes shorter than the statewide ones.
Deer bag, Unit 5
Antlerless limits: Young Sportsman 2 total over its four days, archery 4, muzzleloader plus straight-wall week 2, gun 2, and none in the August hunt. Moving to another county in the unit does not raise the limit. Antlered limit is 2 per season statewide, 1 per day.
Wearing orange
Fluorescent orange or pink, 500 square inches on the head and upper body, is required for big game except in archery-only and turkey seasons.
Statewide dates and limits from the 2026-27 TWRA hunting guide, checked October 9, 2026. Each WMA has its own dates and rules in the guide; the area listing wins where it differs.
What you can hunt in Mount Roosevelt WMA right now
Roane County sits outside every bear zone. With a Deer Bait Privilege License, bait is legal on private land in Roane County.
- 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 9, 2026.
Map of Mount Roosevelt WMA and nearby public land
Mount Roosevelt WMA shows as the orange marker, placed at its approximate center from the TWRA hunting map. In gold are the other public areas no more than about 70 miles away. Nearest towns: Kingston (11 mi), Wartburg (17 mi), Crossville (19 mi).
Whites Creek PHA
Roughly 6 straight-line miles from Mount Roosevelt WMA, in Rhea County and Roane County.
Luper Mountain WMA
Roughly 7 straight-line miles from Mount Roosevelt WMA, in Cumberland County. 5,617 acres.
Pine Orchard Unit, Catoosa WMA
Roughly 8 straight-line miles from Mount Roosevelt WMA, in Morgan County. 1,114 acres.
McGlothin-Largen WMA
Roughly 8 straight-line miles from Mount Roosevelt WMA, in Roane County. 112 acres.
Keyes-Harrison WMA
Roughly 11 straight-line miles from Mount Roosevelt WMA, in Cumberland County. 1,740 acres.
Watts Bar WMA
Roughly 12 straight-line miles from Mount Roosevelt WMA, in Roane County and Rhea County. 3,880 acres.
Where to process, mount and resupply near Mount Roosevelt WMA
Drawn from Roane County, Cumberland County and Morgan County plus the next counties over.
Distances are straight-line estimates. Hours change by season, so call ahead. Full services directory.
Recent deer harvest near Mount Roosevelt WMA
Numbers are for each county as a whole rather than this tract. Roane County ranks #18 of 95 counties for reported deer harvest.
| County | Deer 2023-24 | Deer 2024-25 | Deer 2025-26 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roane County | 2,271 | 2,312 | 2,293 | #18 of 95 |
| Cumberland County | 2,350 | 2,443 | 2,685 | #12 of 95 |
| Morgan County | 986 | 1,076 | 1,291 | #58 of 95 |
Total reported deer harvest by county, WMA harvest included, from TWRA Hunter’s Toolbox reports. Seasons run July 1 to June 30.
Mount Roosevelt WMA questions
Where is Mount Roosevelt WMA?
Mount Roosevelt WMA is in Roane County, Cumberland County and Morgan County, in TWRA's Plateau Tennessee region. The agency page shows the map and where to get in.
Is a WMA permit required on Mount Roosevelt WMA?
Yes, if you are 16 to 64: a WMA permit or an annual sportsman license, plus the hunting licenses for your game. Some areas and federal refuges require more.
What is huntable at Mount Roosevelt WMA?
Listed game: deer, turkey and small game. Expect area dates that can trim the statewide seasons.
Is there a draw for hunting Mount Roosevelt WMA?
No quota hunts are on the books for this area this year, but the listing can change.
What is the size of Mount Roosevelt WMA?
About 11,000 acres, according to the managing agency.
Do CWD rules apply on Mount Roosevelt WMA?
No. For 2026-27, Roane County is neither CWD-positive nor in the Management Zone.
What are the deer limits on Mount Roosevelt WMA?
It follows Unit 5, the deer unit for Roane County. The antlerless bag here is set per season: 4 in archery, 2 in muzzleloader and straight-wall week, 2 in gun, 2 total for Young Sportsman, and 0 in the August hunt. Limits do not reset when you hunt another county in the same unit.
Which processors are close to Mount Roosevelt WMA?
Try H&R Custom Slaughter, Crossville Acres and Jiffy Processing. Call ahead, since many work only in season.
Where else can I hunt near Mount Roosevelt WMA?
Closest public areas by straight line: Whites Creek PHA (about 6 miles), Luper Mountain WMA (about 7 miles) and Pine Orchard Unit, Catoosa WMA (about 8 miles).
How soon do I have to check in my deer?
Use the TWRA On The Go app, the online system or a check station. The deadline is midnight on the harvest day, and it must happen before the animal crosses the state line.
Planning a trip to Mount Roosevelt WMA
Area rules and limits are revised each year, so confirm them in the 2026-27 TWRA guide and the area listing.