The Tennessee and Hiwassee River watersheds provide hunting opportunities for a variety of big and small game, including waterfowl and Sandhill Cranes.
Drawings are held each October for seasonal blind/spots, located to the north and east of Chattanooga. Waterfowl hunting is permitted Thursday – Sunday, and the first and last day of duck season.
Waterfowl hunting permits and WMA seasons are managed by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources agency.
Related Activities
Flat water kayaking/canoeing, birding
Activity Type
TWRA licensed hunters only: blinds, boats
Distance from Outdoor Chattanooga to Hiwassee Check Station
45.3 miles | 55 minutes
GPS Coordinates
35.395382, -84.992534
Dates/Hours
Waterfowl seasons begin late November and run through early February
Restrooms
No
Overnight Camping
No
Dog Training
September 1 – March 15 (Except for late duck season)
Contact Information
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Region III
464 Industrial Blvd.
Crossville, TN 38555
931-484-9571
800-262-6704
Poaching Hotline
(800) 241-0767
Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Check Station
525 Priddy Lane
Birchwood, TN 37308
(423) 614-3018