Choctaw NWR Special Opportunity Area: A Hunter's Haven
Explore Alabama's natural beauty at Choctaw NWR SOA: a 4,000-acre hunting paradise with limited-quota permits for quality primitive weapon deer hunts.
The Choctaw National Wildlife Refuge Special Opportunity Area (SOA) in Gilbertown, Alabama, offers a unique hunting experience managed through a limited quota permit system. This 4,000-acre area provides dedicated hunt units for white-tailed deer and other game species, set within the diverse bottomland hardwood forests along the Alabama River.
A brief summary to Choctaw NWR Special Opportunity Area
- 509 Wildlife Rd, Gilbertown, Alabama, 36908, US
- +1251-843-5238
Local tips
- Apply for a limited quota permit well in advance through the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources website.
- Check the specific hunting regulations for the Choctaw NWR SOA, including permitted weapons, seasons, and reporting requirements.
- Wear appropriate hunter orange clothing during hunting seasons for safety.
- Be aware of the potential for flooding, especially during the spring, which can impact access to certain areas of the refuge.
Getting There
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Driving
From Gilbertown, head west on Wildlife Road. The Choctaw NWR Special Opportunity Area is located within the Choctaw National Wildlife Refuge. Follow Wildlife Road to the Choctaw NWR Admin Building and Visitor Contact Station for information and access points. There are no tolls or parking fees.
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