Clybel Wildlife Management Area
Located in Mansfield, Clybel WMA sits on 6,700 acres and is home to the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center and Marben Public Fishing Area (PFA). Visitors of all ages can find something to do at this WMA, from visiting the nature center to walking one of the hiking trails. Clybel Wildlife Management Area has diverse habitats that are home to a variety of wildlife.
About This Site
Hours
Location
3123 Shepherd Rd, Mansfield, GA 30055
Amenities
| Amenity | Available |
|---|---|
| Admission Fee | ✓ |
| Lodging | ✕ |
| Visitor or Nature Center | ✕ |
| Restrooms | ✕ |
| Drinking Fountain or Potable Water | ✕ |
| Trails | ✓ |
| Boardwalk | ✕ |
| Camping | ✓ |
| RV Hookups | ✕ |
| Picnic Area | ✕ |
| Kayaking or Canoeing | ✓ |
Typical of Georgia’s Piedmont region, you will find old fields, planted pines, mixed pine-hardwood stands and mature hardwood forests. Management practices that benefit both game and nongame species include food plot rotations, mowing, prescribed burning, timber harvest and winter disking.
Featured Birds
American Kestrel
Bald Eagle
Barred Owl
Brown-headed Nuthatch
Brown Thrasher
Eastern Meadowlark
Little Blue Heron
Northern Bobwhite
Prairie Warbler
Red-headed Woodpecker
Wood Duck
Yellow-breasted Chat
Hunting opportunities include deer, turkey, small game, and dove. Fishing opportunities include 20 different ponds, ranging in size from 1 to 95 acres. The ponds are intensively managed for fishing and offer anglers the opportunity to fish for largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, crappie, and redear sunfish.
The campground consists of 20 campsites, all containing electricity, water, wireless wifi, picnic table, and fire ring. Of the 20 sites, there are 6 tent-only sites, and 14 full-size RV sites offering full sewer service. To make a reservation and see pricing please visit Go Outdoors Georgia.
Georgia Wildlife Management and Public Fishing Areas
You may access state-owned Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) or Public Fishing Areas (PFAs) with any of the licenses listed below and on Georgia DNR's website. Be aware and respectful of hunting seasons and closures that may affect access and wildlife viewing. Details, season dates, and more information are available on their website.
Hunting License
Annual (Resident)
Fishing License
Annual (Resident)
Hunting & Fishing License
Daily (Resident)
Lands Pass
Annual (Resident)
Lands Pass
Annual (Nonresident)
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