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Cypress Creek Wildlife Management Area

Open/Closed Status

Check our Notices for the open/closed status of Wildlife Management Areas.

Notices

Managed in cooperation with the Suwannee River Water Management District.

Cypress Creek Wildlife Management Area is located in northeast Hamilton County, north of White Springs. This natural area consists of floodplain forests and planted pines along more than ten miles of the upper Suwannee River.

Hunting

For hunting seasons and area regulations, view FWC's regulations summary brochure for Cypress Creek WMA. 

Fishing

Fishing is permitted year-round. A Florida fishing license is required and can be purchased at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com.

Anglers will enjoy abundant populations of Florida bass, sunfish, catfish and bullhead in the river.

Recreation

Hunting, fishing, wildlife viewing, hiking and boating are among the recreational activities available in this quiet area.

A boat ramp is located at Turner Bridge Park. Caution should be used when operating boats and motors in the Upper Suwannee especially during low water periods.

Wildlife

Wildlife found on the area include white-tailed deer, beaver, turkeys, owls and swallow-tailed kites.

Add your bird observations to the Cypress Creek WMA eBird Hotspot.

More Information

For an area map, hunting seasons, permits, fees, rules regarding dogs and area regulations, view FWC's regulations summary brochure for Cypress Creek WMA.