Georgia Outdoor Recreational Pass

Effective January 1, 2012, a Georgia Outdoor Recreational Pass (GORP) is required to use 32 properties managed by Wildlife Resources Division. (In all, Wildlife Resources manages more than 100 properties. GORP affects only one-third of the wildlife areas statewide.)

Who needs a GORP?

Thirty-two sites (listed below) require a GORP for visitors ages 16-64.

Who does not need a GORP?

Youth ages 15 and under.
Adults 65 and older.
Individuals who have a valid WMA License, Honorary License, Sportsmen’s License, Lifetime License or Three-Day Hunting and Fishing License.

Where is a GORP needed?

The 32 affected properties (see list below) are Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) and Public Fishing Areas (PFAs). Each is managed for wildlife/fish habitat and development and funded mostly by revenue from hunting and fishing licenses. Other uses, such as hiking, cycling, caving, bird watching and many other such activities, are also allowed.

Why is a GORP needed?

The new access pass provides for users including hikers, birders, cyclists and horse-riders to help cover maintenance at designated WMAs, PFAs and Natural Areas. That work has been funded mostly by hunters and anglers.

“As budgets have become tighter over the last few years, maintenance funds have been stretched thin,” says Dan Forster, director, Wildlife Resources Division. “Hunters and anglers have been paying the bill through state license fees and federal excise taxes to maintain these properties. However, other users contribute to the general wear and tear of the sites, too. The GORP revenue will be directed to long overdue maintenance projects such as roadways, trails, parking lots and other facilities.”

Where can I buy a GORP?

CLICK HERE to purchase. You can also call 1-800-366-2661 or visit a license retail agent. Please note, that similar to other recreational licenses, a transaction fee is applicable ($2.50 for online, $3 for license vendor and $5 by phone).

What are the costs for GORP licenses?

GORP 3-Day: $3.50
GORP Plus 3-Day Fishing: $3.50
GORP Annual: $19
Small Group,* 3-Day: $10 per vehicle
Small Group, Annual: $35 per vehicle

BEST VALUE: Buy a GORP Plus, which includes a 3-day Fishing License, for the same price and you have fishing privileges while you’re on the property. Please note that if fishing on trout waters, a trout license is needed in addition to the GORP Plus.

*A Small Group pass allows the purchaser to take up to 8 people in one vehicle to a property. The Small Group pass is nontransferable. Contact the Regional Game Management office for assistance with Right-of-Entry agreements for larger, organized groups.

Click here for some more frequently asked questions about GORP: FAQ

Click here for a map of the 32 properties where GORP is needed: GORP Map

List by Area: Facilities Within the Area That Require GORP. County

Wildlife Management Area (WMA), Public Fishing Area (PFA), Natural Area (NA)

1. Altamaha WMA: Butler and Champney Islands and McGowan Lake Tract Only. McIntosh County

2. Beaverdam WMA: Shooting Range. Laurens County

3. Big Hammock WMA: Shooting Range. Tattnall County

4. Big Lazer Creek WMA: Shooting Range and PFA. Talbot County

5. Bullard Creek WMA: Shooting Range. Jeff Davis County

6. Chickasawhatchee WMA: Shooting Range. Dougherty County

7. Clayhole Swamp WMA: Campground and Ponds. Glynn County

8. Clybel WMA/Marben PFA: Entire Area excluding Charlie Elliott Visitor Center, Conference Center and Educational Buildings. Jasper County

9. Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA: Entire Area. Walker County

10. Dawson Forest WMA: North of GA Hwy 53. Dawson County

11. Dixon Memorial WMA: Shooting Range. Ware County

12. Dodge County PFA: Entire Area. Dodge County

13. Evans County PFA: Entire Area. Evans County

14. Flat Creek PFA: Entire Area. Houston County

15. Grand Bay WMA: Entire Area. Lowndes County

16. Hannahatchee WMA: Shooting Range. Stewart County

17. Hugh M. Gillis PFA: Entire Area. Laurens County

18. J.L. Lester WMA: Entire Area. Polk County

19. Mayhaw WMA: Shooting Range. Miller County

20. McDuffie PFA: Entire Area. McDuffie County

21. McGraw Ford WMA: Entire Area. Cherokee County

22. Ocmulgee WMA: Shooting Range and PFA. Pulaski County

23. Paradise PFA: Entire Area. Berrien County

24. Rich Mountain WMA - Cartecay Tract: Entire Area. Gilmer County

25. Richmond Hill WMA: Shooting Range. Bryan County

26. Silver Lake WMA (NA): Riding Trails Access. Decatur County

27. Sprewell Bluff WMA: East of the Flint River. Upson County

28. Tuckahoe WMA: Campground. Screven County

29. Walton WMA: Shooting Ranges. Walton County

30. Wilson Shoals WMA: Shooting Range. Banks County

31. Yuchi WMA: Shooting Range. Burke County

32. Zahnd WMA (NA): Entire Area. Walker County