River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA: 2026-27 seasons, quota hunts and deer harvest
River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA is 2,437 acres of public hunting land in Thomas and Grady counties, managed by Georgia DNR's WRD (Region 5). For 2026-27, WRD lists these deer dates: archery, Buck Only: Sept. 19 to 27; Oct. 10 to 18; firearms, Antlerless Only: Dec. 27 to 30. Hunters reported 18 deer on the area in the 2025-26 season through Georgia Game Check (4 bucks, 14 does). WRD drew 4 quota hunts here in its 2026 lottery.
Data updated October 2026. Seasons: WRD's 2026-27 WMA listings. Harvest: WRD Game Check reports to the 2025-26 season. Quota hunts: WRD's 2026 lottery reports.
River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMAOther WRD WMAsLake or riverHighwayCounty line
| Size | 2,437 acres (WRD's 2026-27 regulations, page 45) |
|---|---|
| County | Thomas County, Grady County |
| WRD region | Region 5, office 229-430-4254 |
| WRD's listing | Natural Area |
| Deer, 2026-27 | Archery: Buck Only: Sept. 19 to 27; Oct. 10 to 18. Firearms: Antlerless Only: Dec. 27 to 30 |
| Deer reported, 2025-26 | 18 (4 bucks, 14 does) |
| Quota hunts, 2026 lottery | 4, with 1,407 applications |
| Camping | Allowed (WRD) |
| Nearest towns | Thomasville (4 mi), Ochlocknee (7 mi) and Cairo (7 mi) |
What is River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA like?
River Creek, The Rolf and Alexandra Kauka Wildlife Management Area is a 2,437-acre property located between the Ochlocknee River and Barnetts Creek in Thomas County. This WMA offers unique hunting opportunities for quality deer, turkey, small game, dove and waterfowl. The property supports populations of Bachman's sparrows, red-cockaded woodpeckers, gopher tortoises and other priority species. Return to River Creek Learn more about how rare birds were restored at the WMA in this story map .
WRD lists these facilities: hiking trails and primitive campsites.
From WRD's page for River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA.
When are the 2026-27 seasons on River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA?
WRD sets each WMA's own dates. These are WRD's 2026-27 dates and notes for the area, as printed:
| Season | 2026-27 dates and WRD's notes |
|---|---|
| Deer, archery | Antler Restricted Area Buck Only: Sept. 19 to 27 Oct. 10 to 18 |
| Deer, firearms | Antler Restricted Area Antlerless Only: Dec. 27 to 30 |
| Small Game | Jan. 13 to 29 No fox squirrel, bobcat, or fox hunting. |
| Quail | Daily bag limit: 3/person. Quail hunting on designated dates only. Maximum 3 persons per party. Hunting party must check in harvest at kiosk or online. Complete 1 check in survey per party. Sign-in Nov. 24, Dec. 8, Jan. 12 |
Source: WRD WMA hunting opportunities, 2026-27 season (FY27). The area's full listing in the 2026-2027 Georgia Hunting and Fishing Regulations, page 45 adds its quota, youth and special hunts and its area notes, and is the final word. WRD can change a hunt during the year: check WRD's page for the area before you go.
Does River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA have quota hunts?
Yes. WRD's 2026 lottery reports list 4 quota hunts on River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA. The most applied for was River Creek, The Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA, 2nd Hunt, Bonus Quality Buck and Antlerless, Firearms (deer): 468 applicants for 36 spots.
| Hunt | Lottery | Applicants | Selected | First-choice applicants | Share selected | Priority points sure of a spot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Creek, The Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA, 1st Hunt, Quality Buck and Antlerless, Firearms | Deer, 2026 | 361 | 35 | 194 | 9.7% | 3 |
| River Creek, The Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA, 2nd Hunt, Bonus Quality Buck and Antlerless, Firearms | Deer, 2026 | 468 | 36 | 184 | 7.7% | 4 |
| River Creek, The Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA, Only Hunt, Quality Buck and Antlerless, Youth, Firearms | Youth deer, 2026 | 123 | 35 | 74 | 28.5% | 2 |
| River Creek, The Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA, Only Hunt | Turkey, 2025 | 455 | 5 | 318 | 1.1% | 13 |
Source: WRD's 2026 quota lottery reports. "Share selected" is WRD's selected count divided by its applicant count for that year's lottery, not a forecast. "Priority points sure of a spot" is WRD's own column: applicants with at least that many priority points were selected; the rest went to a random draw.
How many deer are taken on River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA?
Hunters reported 18 deer on River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA in the 2025-26 season: 4 bucks and 14 does. Over the 10 seasons WRD reports, the area averaged 16 deer a season, from 5 in 2018-19 to 32 in 2017-18.
| Season | Deer reported | Bucks | Does | Bucks per 100 deer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 22 |
| 2024-25 | 19 | 7 | 12 | 37 |
| 2023-24 | 18 | 7 | 11 | 39 |
| 2022-23 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 38 |
| 2021-22 | 15 | 6 | 9 | 40 |
| 2020-21 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 44 |
| 2019-20 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 44 |
| 2018-19 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 60 |
| 2017-18 | 32 | 13 | 19 | 41 |
| 2016-17 | 24 | 5 | 19 | 21 |
Source: WRD deer harvest reports (Georgia Game Check), deer reported by WMA. Deer from bonus hunts are tagged at the check station and may not be in Game Check's count. WRD records the 2026-27 season as it goes; it is left out until it ends.
Which county is River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA in?
River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA spreads over 2 counties. Each county's deer harvest for 2025-26, for the whole county, private land included:
| County | WMA acres in it | County deer reported, 2025-26 | Deer per square mile | Rank of 159 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas County | 2,585 | 1,322 | 2.4 | 71st |
| Grady County | 39 | 1,044 | 2.3 | 95th |
County harvest: WRD deer harvest reports (Georgia Game Check). WMA acres in each county measured by FilledTag on WRD's boundary map and the U.S. Census Bureau 2024 county boundaries; the mapped boundary can take in water or tracts that WRD's stated acreage leaves out.
How do you get to River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA?
WRD gives this address: 871 US-84 BUS, Thomasville, GA 31792 (GPS 30.85644, -84.0638). Highways within 5 miles: US 319, GA 35, GA 38 and US 84. Nearest towns: Thomasville (4 miles), Ochlocknee (7 miles), Cairo (7 miles) and Meigs (14 miles).
Besides hunting, WRD lists hiking, primitive camping, river fishing and wildlife viewing here.
The closest other WMAs with a page here: Doerun Pitcher Plant Bog WMA (29.7 miles), Lake Seminole WMA (31.3 miles), Silver Lake WMA (34.4 miles) and Elmodel WMA (38.6 miles).
Questions hunters ask
When is deer season on River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA in 2026-27?
WRD lists these 2026-27 deer dates for River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA: archery, Buck Only: Sept. 19 to 27; Oct. 10 to 18; firearms, Antlerless Only: Dec. 27 to 30. WMA dates can differ from the statewide dates, and sign-in is required for deer hunts unless WRD's listing says otherwise.
How many deer were killed on River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA last season?
18 deer were reported on River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA in the 2025-26 season, 4 bucks and 14 does, by WRD's Game Check reports by WMA.
Is River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA a quota hunt?
Some of its hunts are. WRD's 2026 lottery listed 4 quota hunts on River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA, with 1,407 applications for 111 spots. Its other seasons need sign-in, not a draw.
Can you camp on River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA?
Yes. WRD's listing for River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA allows camping, with primitive campsites. Follow the area's posted rules.
What county is River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA in?
Thomas County (2,585 acres) and Grady County (39 acres), measured on WRD's boundary.
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Where these numbers come from
- Seasons and notes: WRD WMA hunting opportunities, 2026-27 season (FY27); general WMA rules: 2026-2027 Georgia Hunting and Fishing Regulations, pages 19 to 21.
- Deer harvest by WMA and county: WRD deer harvest reports (Georgia Game Check).
- Quota hunts: WRD quota hunt lottery reports, 2026.
- Area description, facilities and address: WRD, River Creek the Rolf and Alexandra Kauka WMA. Boundary and acres: WRD WMA boundaries.
- Counties, highways and towns: U.S. Census Bureau 2024 county boundaries; U.S. Census Bureau TIGER/Line 2024 roads; U.S. Census Bureau 2024 Gazetteer. National forest and refuges: U.S. Forest Service national forest ownership; U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service refuge boundaries.
FilledTag is not part of Georgia DNR. Numbers are copied from WRD or measured from public maps; nothing on this page is estimated by FilledTag.
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