Big Sandy WMA

TWRA Region 1 · West Tennessee · TWRA wildlife area

Big Sandy WMA is a public dove field that TWRA lists for Region 1, West Tennessee.

2026 hunt days: Closed September 1 to 4. Youth only September 5, starting at noon. Open to all from September 6 for the rest of the first and second segments.
Permit: WMA small game permit
Size: 8 acres
Crops: 8 buckwheat, disced (as of August 27, 2026)
Location: 36.24712, -88.1219

Directions

From Big Sandy take Hwy 69 toward Paris about 1.8 miles. Turn right on Hagler Ridge Rd for 1.3 miles, then right on the gravel road to the parking area on the right.

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Field rules

Youths must be accompanied by a non-hunting adult.
Walk in from the parking area; no driving to the field.

For every field

Shotgun plugs and a Migratory Bird Permit are required unless an exception applies.
Hunter education is required for anyone born on or after January 1, 1969.
Fields without special dates follow the statewide dove season, which opens at noon on September 1.
Fields can fill up. Capacity may be limited depending on turnout.

Hunt days are the 2026 dates TWRA published. Checked against TWRA on November 11, 2026. Seasons, permits and field rules change, so confirm with TWRA before you go, at the page below or at (615) 781-6500.

TWRA Region 1 dove fields (West Tennessee): page updated October 6, 2026; crop status as of August 27, 2026

Nearby dove fields

Harmon Creek WMA · 11 miles away in a straight line
Henry County: Future Vision Farms · 17 miles away in a straight line
Camden WMA · 18 miles away in a straight line
Weakley County: Yeargin Farm · 33 miles away in a straight line

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