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North Chickamauga Creek WMA
In Sequatchie County and Hamilton County, 5,400 acres of public ground managed by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) as a wildlife management area.
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Hunting on North Chickamauga Creek WMA
A deep gorge cut into Walden Ridge in Hamilton and Sequatchie counties, plus several separate units. Hunting only Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday on most units, and hunting ends Jan. 31 except spring seasons.
The TWRA listing for North Chickamauga Creek WMA covers deer, turkey, waterfowl, dove and small game. Its primary county, Sequatchie, is in deer Unit 4.
Before going, open the agency page for this area, which lists dates, permits and the map.
Packing list for North Chickamauga Creek WMA
Start with these from the deer rifle hunting list.
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What is open on North Chickamauga Creek WMA in 2026-27
Species open on this ground, their statewide windows, and the local deer and county rules.
Deer
For 2026-27 the statewide seasons cover Aug 28, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027. Expect the area listing to trim some of those days.
Turkey
For 2026-27 the statewide seasons cover Sep 26, 2026 to May 16, 2027. Expect the area listing to trim some of those days.
Waterfowl
For 2026-27 the statewide seasons cover Sep 1, 2026 to Mar 31, 2027. Expect the area listing to trim some of those days.
Dove
For 2026-27 the statewide seasons cover Sep 1, 2026 to Jul 11, 2027. Expect the area listing to trim some of those days.
Small game
For 2026-27 the statewide seasons cover Aug 22, 2026 to Jun 13, 2027. Applies to squirrel, rabbit and any other small game this area opens. Expect the area listing to trim some of those days.
Unit 4 bag limits
Archery hunters may take 4 antlerless deer, the muzzleloader and straight-wall week allows 2, gun season 2, and Young Sportsman 2 across its four days. The August hunt allows none, and changing counties inside the unit does not add more. Statewide, hunters may take 2 antlered deer a season and 1 a day.
Blaze orange
The law calls for 500 square inches of blaze orange or fluorescent pink, worn on the upper body and head, for big game. Turkey and archery-only hunts are the exceptions.
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.
Open seasons for North Chickamauga Creek WMA
Sequatchie County is in bear hunting zone Transitional. Private land baiting is allowed in Sequatchie 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
- Bear
- Feral hogYear-round
TWRA 2026-27 guide, checked October 12, 2026.
North Chickamauga Creek WMA on the map
Orange marks North Chickamauga Creek WMA, set at the rough center taken from the TWRA hunting map. Public hunting areas within about 70 miles are marked in gold. Closest towns: Chattanooga (17 mi), Jasper (22 mi), Dayton (23 mi).
Prentice Cooper State Forest & WMA
Lies in Marion County and Hamilton County, around 14 miles away by straight line. Covers 26,945 acres.
Hicks Gap State Natural Area
Lies in Marion County, around 18 miles away by straight line. Covers 350 acres.
Hiwassee Refuge
Lies in Meigs County and Rhea County, around 23 miles away by straight line. Covers 6,000 acres.
Fall Creek Falls State Park
Lies in Bledsoe County and Van Buren County, around 24 miles away by straight line. Covers 20,000 acres.
Fall Creek Falls State Natural Area
Lies in Van Buren County and Bledsoe County, around 27 miles away by straight line. Covers 16,181 acres.
Businesses that serve North Chickamauga Creek WMA hunters
Each one is in Sequatchie County and Hamilton County or a county next to it.
Distances are straight-line estimates. Hours change by season, so call ahead. Full services directory.
How many deer come out of the North Chickamauga Creek WMA area
Read these as county numbers, since the area’s own harvest is not reported separately. By reported deer harvest, Sequatchie County places #79 among 95 counties.
| County | Deer 2023-24 | Deer 2024-25 | Deer 2025-26 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sequatchie County | 772 | 929 | 906 | #79 of 95 |
| Hamilton County | 2,394 | 2,465 | 2,299 | #17 of 95 |
Total reported deer harvest by county, WMA harvest included, from TWRA Hunter’s Toolbox reports. Seasons run July 1 to June 30.
Questions about North Chickamauga Creek WMA
How large is North Chickamauga Creek WMA?
The agency lists it at roughly 5,400 acres.
What county is North Chickamauga Creek WMA in?
It lies in Sequatchie County and Hamilton County, which TWRA counts as Plateau Tennessee. See the official listing for maps and entry points.
What animals can you hunt on North Chickamauga Creek WMA?
Deer, turkey, waterfowl, dove and small game are listed. Follow the area's own dates, which may be narrower than statewide.
How many deer can I take on North Chickamauga Creek WMA?
Unit 4, because the area is mainly in Sequatchie County. Gun season allows 2 antlerless deer, muzzleloader and straight-wall week 2, archery 4 and the four Young Sportsman days 2 combined. No antlerless deer may be taken in the August hunt, and hunting a second county in the unit does not add to the total.
What permit do I need for North Chickamauga Creek WMA?
Anyone 16 through 64 hunting a TWRA wildlife management area needs a WMA permit (or an annual sportsman license) in addition to the hunting licenses. Federal refuges and certain areas set extra permits.
Which public areas are closest to North Chickamauga Creek WMA?
Try Prentice Cooper State Forest & WMA (about 14 miles), Hicks Gap State Natural Area (about 18 miles) and Hiwassee Refuge (about 23 miles).
Are there quota hunts on North Chickamauga Creek WMA?
No quota hunts are listed for this area in the current guide. Check the area listing each year, since that can change.
Where do I check in a deer or turkey?
Deer and turkey are checked in by midnight of the day of harvest, before they leave the state, by app (TWRA On The Go), online or at a check station.
Is North Chickamauga Creek WMA in the CWD zone?
Not for 2026-27: Sequatchie County is outside the CWD Management Zone and not CWD-positive.
Where can I drop off a deer near North Chickamauga Creek WMA?
Close options include Middle Valley Deer Processing, Don's Meat Shop and Sale Creek Deer Processing. Many open only during deer season, so call first.
Get ready for North Chickamauga Creek WMA
Before you hunt, compare the 2026-27 TWRA guide with the North Chickamauga Creek WMA listing. Both change from season to season.