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Long Branch PHA
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) manages this public hunting area in DeKalb County.
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Getting to Long Branch PHA
Parking, trailheads and gates near Long Branch PHA
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Parking, trailhead and gate locations come from OpenStreetMap contributors. Roads into public land can be gated or seasonal; check with the managing agency before you go.
Long Branch PHA overview
Very small Public Hunting Area in DeKalb County on Corps of Engineers land near Center Hill Lake (managed TWRA/COE in TWRA's GIS layer, where it maps at under 2 acres).
How this area is hunted: No WMA permit required; statewide seasons except deer hunting is archery equipment only.
The area listing names 3 kinds of game: deer, turkey and small game. Most of it lies in DeKalb County, part of deer Unit 3.
Read the official Long Branch PHA listing for its map, current dates and any permits.
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Places to hunt and shoot around Long Branch PHA
Seasons and limits at Long Branch PHA
The game listed for this area, with 2026-27 statewide dates and the county rules that apply.
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. Squirrel, rabbit and similar small game count here when the area allows them. The area itself may run a shorter season.
Deer bag, Unit 3
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. 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 Long Branch PHA right now
No bear zone covers DeKalb County. DeKalb 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
- Feral hogYear-round
TWRA 2026-27 guide, checked October 28, 2026.
Map of Long Branch PHA and nearby public land
Long Branch PHA 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: Carthage (12 mi), Cookeville (18 mi), Sparta (23 mi).
Pea Ridge WMA
About 14 miles away (straight line) in DeKalb County and Cannon County. 2,000 acres.
Cordell Hull WMA
About 15 miles away (straight line) in Jackson County and Smith County. 25,000 acres.
Where to process, mount and resupply near Long Branch PHA
Drawn from DeKalb 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 Long Branch PHA
Numbers are for each county as a whole rather than this tract. DeKalb County ranks #69 of 95 counties for reported deer harvest.
| County | Deer 2023-24 | Deer 2024-25 | Deer 2025-26 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeKalb County | 1,047 | 1,344 | 1,163 | #69 of 95 |
Total reported deer harvest by county, WMA harvest included, from TWRA Hunter’s Toolbox reports. Seasons run July 1 to June 30.
Long Branch PHA questions
Where is Long Branch PHA?
Long Branch PHA is in DeKalb County, in TWRA's Plateau Tennessee region. The agency page shows the map and where to get in.
Does Long Branch PHA need its own permit?
No WMA permit required; statewide seasons except deer hunting is archery equipment only. Look to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) for area permit rules, and hunt with a current Tennessee license.
What is huntable at Long Branch PHA?
Listed game: deer, turkey and small game. Expect area dates that can trim the statewide seasons.
Is there a draw for hunting Long Branch PHA?
No quota hunts are on the books for this area this year, but the listing can change.
What is the size of Long Branch PHA?
An official acreage has not been published.
Do CWD rules apply on Long Branch PHA?
No. For 2026-27, DeKalb County is neither CWD-positive nor in the Management Zone.
What are the deer limits on Long Branch PHA?
It follows Unit 3, the deer unit for DeKalb 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.
Which processors are close to Long Branch PHA?
Try The Buck Barn Deer Processing and Taxidermy, Sue's Taxidermy and Deer Processing and Mink's Deer Processing. Call ahead, since many work only in season.
Where else can I hunt near Long Branch PHA?
Closest public areas by straight line: Edgar Evins State Park (about 4 miles), Pea Ridge WMA (about 14 miles) and Cordell Hull WMA (about 15 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 Long Branch PHA
Area rules and limits are revised each year, so confirm them in the 2026-27 TWRA guide and the area listing.