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Holey Land WMA

Recreation

In support of the resource management goals and objectives for the area and to provide a quality experience for all area users, the following recreation activities are allowed.

Hunting

Hunting of waterfowl and white-tailed deer occurs in the fall and winter. Water levels play an important role in deer population dynamics and have a major influence on deer hunting opportunities each year. The Commission conducts annual deer recruitment and population index surveys, and manages the deer population on a sustained-yield basis by recommending annual harvests based on the population index.

The sloughs in the northeast portions of the area are popular with waterfowl hunters.

Fishing

The canals surrounding the area support many species of game fish including largemouth bass, bluegill and other species of sunfish, as well as catfish and several species of exotic fishes. In addition, the canal system serves as refuge for smaller fish species during periods of severe drought. These forage fish are an important part of the prey base for many species of wading birds. Reference the map of Holey Land WMA to locate boat ramp(s). Fishing license information.

Wildlife Viewing

Levees are good places to view wildlife. You may encounter white-tailed deer, raccoons, common opossums, armadillos, river otter, bobcats, rabbits, and rats. This area is part of the Great Florida Birding Trail. Visit the Wildlife page for more information about the area's wildlife.

Hiking

Hiking can be done on most levees.

Biking

Biking can be done on most levees.

Camping

Camping is permitted only on the L-5 and Miami Canal levees. Camps may be set up seven days before archery season, and must be removed six days after the close of general gun season. At other times, camping is permitted only on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Map of Holey Land WMA .