Raiford Wildlife Management Area

Managed in cooperation with Florida Department of Corrections. Managed by PRIDE of Florida.

Much of the area is closed or in private ownership. The remaining portion of the area is only open during hunting seasons.

Raiford Wildlife Management Area covers over 9,000 acres and is located along the New River in north Bradford and Union counties, north of Lake Butler. Pine flatwoods, pine plantations, and lowland hardwoods make up much of the area. The New River flows through the center of the management area, and Olustee Creek branches off through the eastern portion.

Hunting

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

Fishing

Fishing is allowed only on hunting days A Florida fishing license is required and can be purchased at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com.

Camping

Camping is not available at this area.

Wildlife

Wild turkey, white-tailed deer, eastern cottontail rabbit, gopher tortoise, raccoon and red-tailed hawk are some of the wildlife that are found on the area.

More Information

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