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Nolichucky WMA
Wildlife management area covering 1,000 acres in Greene County, run by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA).
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Getting to Nolichucky WMA
Nolichucky WMA overview
The silted-in Davy Crockett Lake reservoir on the Nolichucky River near Greeneville, maintained by TVA. Mostly boat access from Kinser Park and Birds Bridge; no roads, foot travel only.
Game listed here: deer, turkey, waterfowl and small game. The area is chiefly in Greene County, which TWRA places in deer Unit 6.
Read the official Nolichucky WMA listing for its map, current dates and any permits.
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Places to hunt and shoot around Nolichucky WMA
Seasons and limits at Nolichucky WMA
The game listed for this area, with 2026-27 statewide dates and the county rules that apply.
Deer
Across the state, 2026-27 seasons open and close within Aug 28, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027. Check whether the area shortens it.
Turkey
Across the state, 2026-27 seasons open and close within Sep 26, 2026 to May 16, 2027. Check whether the area shortens it.
Waterfowl
Across the state, 2026-27 seasons open and close within Sep 1, 2026 to Mar 31, 2027. Check whether the area shortens it.
Small game
Across the state, 2026-27 seasons open and close within Aug 22, 2026 to Jun 13, 2027. Squirrel, rabbit and similar small game count here when the area allows them. Check whether the area shortens it.
Deer bag, Unit 6
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 28, 2026. Each WMA has its own dates and rules in the guide; the area listing wins where it differs.
What you can hunt in Nolichucky WMA right now
Zone BHZ1 bear dates apply in Greene County. Greene County allows deer bait on private land with a Deer Bait Privilege 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 28, 2026.
Map of Nolichucky WMA and nearby public land
Nolichucky 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: Greeneville (7 mi), Newport (21 mi), Rogersville (24 mi).
Unaka Ranger District, Cherokee NF
Straight-line distance is about 14 miles; it is in Unicoi County and Cocke County.
Lick Creek Bottoms WMA
Straight-line distance is about 14 miles; it is in Greene County. 1,400 acres.
Martha Sundquist State Forest
Straight-line distance is about 21 miles; it is in Cocke County. 2,001 acres.
Rankin WMA
Straight-line distance is about 21 miles; it is in Cocke County and Hamblen County. 1,975 acres.
Where to process, mount and resupply near Nolichucky WMA
Drawn from Greene 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 Nolichucky WMA
Numbers are for each county as a whole rather than this tract. Greene County ranks #24 of 95 counties for reported deer harvest.
| County | Deer 2023-24 | Deer 2024-25 | Deer 2025-26 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greene County | 1,557 | 1,760 | 2,031 | #24 of 95 |
Total reported deer harvest by county, WMA harvest included, from TWRA Hunter’s Toolbox reports. Seasons run July 1 to June 30.
Nolichucky WMA questions
Where is Nolichucky WMA?
Nolichucky WMA is in Greene County, in TWRA's East Tennessee region. The agency page shows the map and where to get in.
Is a WMA permit required on Nolichucky 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 Nolichucky WMA?
Listed game: deer, turkey, waterfowl and small game. Expect area dates that can trim the statewide seasons.
Is there a draw for hunting Nolichucky WMA?
No quota hunts are on the books for this area this year, but the listing can change.
What is the size of Nolichucky WMA?
About 1,000 acres, according to the managing agency.
Do CWD rules apply on Nolichucky WMA?
No. For 2026-27, Greene County is neither CWD-positive nor in the Management Zone.
What are the deer limits on Nolichucky WMA?
It follows Unit 6, the deer unit for Greene 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 Nolichucky WMA?
Try Snapp Ferry Packing, Mantooth's Custom Meat Cutting and Bulls Gap Custom Meats. Call ahead, since many work only in season.
Where else can I hunt near Nolichucky WMA?
Closest public areas by straight line: Unaka Ranger District, Cherokee NF (about 14 miles), Lick Creek Bottoms WMA (about 14 miles) and Mullins Island PHA (about 19 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 Nolichucky WMA
Area rules and limits are revised each year, so confirm them in the 2026-27 TWRA guide and the area listing.