Rex Hancock Black Swamp WMA on the Land Conservation Assistance Network

Rex Hancock Black Swamp WMA
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last updated: April 2023

Area Notes

A free annual General Use Permit (WMP) is required to hunt or trap on WMAs. Permits are available online by clicking "Buy Licenses" at agfc.com or by calling 833-345-0325 or any regional office.
Only non-toxic shot may be possessed and used while hunting small game with shotguns.
Deer hunting closes when the Cache River gauge at Patterson exceeds 10 feet and reopens when the gauge falls below 8.5 feet.
The Lee LeBlanc Waterfowl Rest Area closes to access Nov. 1 and reopens to access Feb. 16.
Call 833-345-0398 to check if roads are closed before heading out to hunt, fish or camp.
For access restrictions that affect all users during waterfowl season, check the waterfowl guidebook.
No camping allowed in designated parking areas during waterfowl season.

Camping

There are four camping areas located on Rex Hancock. The largest and most used camping area is located at the end of the all-weather road east of Gregory. Camping is primitive.

Description

The WMA is mostly low bottomlands and swamps. The Cache River splits the area in the middle. Major hardwood species are Cypress, tupelo, oaks and hickory.

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