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Three Rivers WMA
Wildlife management area, 1,577 acres, in Obion County. Management falls to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA).
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Getting to Three Rivers WMA
Parking, trailheads and gates near Three Rivers WMA
- Boat rampBoat ramp · 2.8 mi from the centreDirections
- Parking areaParking · 2.8 mi from the centreDirections
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.
What to know about Three Rivers WMA
Early successional habitat and reforestation along the Obion River in Obion County, reached by gravel roads. East Unit waterfowl hunting is by computerized drawing for 3-day hunts.
Three Rivers WMA is listed for deer, turkey, waterfowl and small game. Certain hunts require a quota permit from a TWRA draw held before the season. For deer limits, Obion County puts it in Unit 1. Expect CWD carcass and bait limits: Obion County is in the Management Zone.
The managing agency’s page for Three Rivers WMA carries the map, dates and permit details.
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Places to hunt and shoot around Three Rivers WMA
Three Rivers WMA seasons and rules for 2026-27
Listed species and the 2026-27 statewide seasons, followed by county-level rules.
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.
Waterfowl
Statewide, 2026-27 hunting for this species spans Sep 1, 2026 to Mar 31, 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. Covers squirrel, rabbit and other small game where the area allows them. Area seasons are sometimes shorter than the statewide ones.
Deer limits in Unit 1
In this unit the antlerless limit is 3 a day for Young Sportsman, archery, muzzleloader, straight-wall and gun seasons; the August hunt takes none. Bucks: 1 per day and 2 per season under statewide rules.
CWD in Obion County
Feeding and baiting deer are prohibited in these counties. Whole carcasses may not be carried out of the CWD Management Zone, and positive counties add Earn-A-Buck.
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 28, 2026. Each WMA has its own dates and rules in the guide; the area listing wins where it differs.
In season at Three Rivers WMA today
No bear zone covers Obion County. CWD zone rules cover Obion County. Obion County is a no bait 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 28, 2026.
Three Rivers WMA map and neighboring areas
Look for the orange marker for Three Rivers 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 Union City (10 mi), Martin (13 mi), Tiptonville (23 mi).
C.M. Gooch WMA
Roughly 4 straight-line miles from Three Rivers WMA, in Obion County. About 7,000 acres.
Hop-In Refuge
Roughly 5 straight-line miles from Three Rivers WMA, in Obion County. About 650 acres.
Obion River WMA
Roughly 8 straight-line miles from Three Rivers WMA, in Weakley County and Obion County. About 8,500 acres.
Big Cypress Tree State Natural Area
Roughly 12 straight-line miles from Three Rivers WMA, in Weakley County.
Reelfoot-Indian Creek Watershed Lakes
Roughly 12 straight-line miles from Three Rivers WMA, in Obion County.
Maness Swamp Refuge
Roughly 13 straight-line miles from Three Rivers WMA, in Gibson County and Weakley County. About 1,200 acres.
Processors, taxidermists and shops near Three Rivers WMA
Listings from Obion County and the counties that border it.
Distances are straight-line estimates. Hours change by season, so call ahead. Full services directory.
Three Rivers WMA area deer harvest by county
These are whole-county totals, not harvest from this area by itself. Of 95 counties, Obion ranks #57 for reported deer.
| County | Deer 2023-24 | Deer 2024-25 | Deer 2025-26 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obion County | 1,279 | 1,262 | 1,294 | #57 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 Three Rivers WMA: questions
How do I find Three Rivers WMA?
The area is in West Tennessee, in Obion County. Maps and access points are on the official area page.
How big is Three Rivers WMA?
The managing agency gives 1,577 acres as its size.
What game is open on Three Rivers WMA?
Deer, turkey, waterfowl and small game. The area sets its own dates for each, sometimes tighter than the statewide ones.
Do I need a special permit for Three Rivers 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 Three Rivers WMA a quota hunt area?
Yes. Some hunts here are quota hunts, and permits are drawn through TWRA before the season.
What deer unit covers Three Rivers WMA?
Deer limits come from Unit 1, which covers Obion County. Archery, muzzleloader, straight-wall rifle, gun and Young Sportsman hunters may each take 3 antlerless deer per day here. The August hunt has no antlerless allowance.
Can I bait or move whole carcasses from Three Rivers WMA?
Obion County is in the Management Zone, which means no baiting and limits on moving carcasses.
What public hunting land is close to Three Rivers WMA?
Nearest on this site: C.M. Gooch WMA (about 4 miles), Hop-In Refuge (about 5 miles) and Obion River WMA (about 8 miles).
Is there a deer processor near Three Rivers WMA?
Processors listed nearby include Brown's Meat Plant. 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 Three Rivers WMA
Seasons, limits and area rules change every year. Check the 2026-27 TWRA guide and the Three Rivers WMA listing before you go.