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Ocmulgee WMA is located near the Ocmulgee River in Georgia, featuring flat terrain with dense forest areas. The region experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 90s in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, which offers insights into the area's rich cultural history.

Description

Ocmulgee Wildlife Management Area & Public Fishing Area

This is primitive camping (not dispersed). You must stay at designated campgrounds. There are areas of this WMA that have no camping allowed so please honor posted signs for safety as this is also a hunting area during the year.

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Location

Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping is located in Georgia

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Coordinates

32.383390855946466 N
83.48301901265093 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Phone Service
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.


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Reviewed Mar. 19, 2025

Beautiful and quiet

It was a beautiful drive from I-75 and the location is worth the trip. It’s not huge but the pond and lake is amazing at sunset and sunrise. It was open 24/7 including the restroom at the office. The restroom is a bit rough because of the iron in the water but the fixtures appeared otherwise clean. Only 2 other quiet campers in the campground so plenty of room to spread out.

Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping by Angie A., March 19, 2025
  • Review photo of Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping by Angie A., March 19, 2025
  • Review photo of Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping by Angie A., March 19, 2025
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Reviewed Apr. 26, 2024

quiet refuge, great place for overnight

Stayed here overnight while returning from South Georgia. Was only camper that night, perhaps 10-12 other groups making use of lake/fishing vicinity further into the park -- all of whom exited the park at dark. There is a really nice covered pavilion overlooking the lake if you get rained out (4 picnic tables.) Bathrooms with flush toilets and hot water available 200 yards away from pavilion. Park is split in two sections. The upper section (when you first drive in) is where the camping spots are. The lower section has 3-4 small lakes popular with fishing. T-mobile showed 2 bars 5G allowing you to grab a 1 day fishing pass ($8) to satisfy permit.

Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping by jonathan B., April 26, 2024
  • Review photo of Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping by jonathan B., April 26, 2024
  • Review photo of Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping by jonathan B., April 26, 2024
Reviewed Apr. 29, 2022

Needs fishing license ,hunting license or land pass

Free to camp for 14 days. Designated campground with no hook ups. Fire rings only. Trash must pack in and pack out. Down the road some is a fishing peir with 24 hour access and bathrooms. No showers and water is not potable at this time but usually is. Kid lake if you find someone who works for the WMA they will teach kids to bass fish for free. Large mouth bass here are catch and release only. We have seen a ton of gators, rabbits, birds, deer and hogs. Grass is high at campground and can only camp on that one side of the road.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Ocmulgee WMA Primitive Camping?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.