Lee County WMA
| Zone | County |
|---|---|
| 412 | Lee, St. Francis |
Three-point rule
Acres: 221
2024-25 Closed Seasons
- Bear
- Alligator
2024-25 Crow
Sept. 1, 2024-Feb. 17, 2025. Open Thursdays through Mondays only. No limit.
2024-25 Deer
Deer Archery: Sept. 7-9 (one buck only); Sept. 28-Feb. 28.
Deer Alternative Firearms: Oct. 19-27 and Dec. 14-16.
Deer Modern Gun: Nov. 9-Dec. 8 and Dec. 26-28.
Deer Modern Gun Special Youth Hunt: Nov. 2-3 and Jan. 4-5.WMA Deer Bag Limit: Three deer, no more than two bucks, which may include:
- Two bucks with archery, alternative firearms or modern gun,
- Three does with archery,
- Two does with alternative firearms and modern gun combined.
- During youth hunt, youths may take three deer, two bucks (no antler restrictions) or up to two does.
Deer Notes:
- Three-point rule.
- No dogs.
2024-25 Quail
Nov. 1, 2024-Feb. 2, 2025. Daily limit – 6, possession limit – 12.
2024-25 Rabbit
Sept. 1, 2024-Feb. 28, 2025. Daily limit – 8, possession limit – 16.
2024-25 Squirrel
May 15, 2024-Feb. 28, 2025. Dogs allowed. Daily limit – 12, possession limit – 48.
2025 Turkey
Youth Hunt: April 12-13. One legal turkey.
Firearms Hunt: April 21-29. One legal turkey.
About the Name
Lee County WMA is named after the county it is in.
Access
The management can be accessed by Highway 131 turning North from Haynes. A county road off 131 can access the south end of the WMA.
Age
The area was established as a WMA in 1970.
Area Notes
- A free annual General Use Permit (WMP) is required to hunt or trap on WMAs. Permits are available online by clicking “Buy Licenses” at agfc.com or by calling 833-345-0325 or any regional office.
Camping
No camping allowed.
Description
The management is comprised of old agricultural fields, which have been reforested providing a home for an abundance of wildlife including small game and an assortment of birds.
Hunting Opportunities
Hunting opportunities exist for deer, turkey and small game.
Location
Lee County is located South of Haynes, Arkansas near Crowley’s Ridge.
Management Practices
Reforestation of old agriculture fields provides abundant habitat for wildlife.
Ownership
The small FMHA tract was deeded to the AGFC in 1991.
Phone
833-345-0283
Purpose
It was acquired to provide additional public use opportunities.
Restaurants and Other Facilities
Haynes Arkansas provides the nearest opportunities for dining. A small store provides barbecues and sandwiches for the hungry visitor. A parking area is provided where 131 and the WMA converge
Safety
Lee County has a good population of rattlesnakes. When visiting, be cautious and observant.