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Post by chaosx44 on Sept 3, 2009 14:28:25 GMT -5
A friend of mine emailed me this info regarding some mountain bike trails at this wildlife management area. Is anybody familiar with these trails? Thanks!
Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area Open to the Public in September
Aiken County’s Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve (WMA & ER) will be opened to the general public on selected Saturdays in Sept. Turnout in Sept. will determine whether Crackerneck will continue to be open each Sept. The Crackerneck WMA & ER entrance gate will open at 6 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. during the open dates of Sept. 5, 12, 19 and 26. Scouting, some non-consumptive uses and fishing will be allowed. No weapons will be permitted.
Crackerneck WMA & ER consists of approximately 10,470 acres owned by the U.S. Department of Energy. Crackerneck is in Aiken County along the Savannah River and lies south of Jackson, off S.C. 125. Access is through the check station gate off Brown Road.
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Horse back riding is allowed but limited to the 50 mile road system and selected fire breaks. Several areas are suitable for parking trailers, or horses can be off-loaded anywhere along the road system, as long as the trailer does not block the road.
Pets are allowed, but must remain in close proximity to owner. A leash is not required; however, the pet must be kept under control to prevent bad interactions with other users, horses, etc.
Helmets are mandatory for all mountain bike riding.
Skinface Pond limits on largemouth bass is set at two per person, per day, 14-inch minimum. Bluegill limits will be the same as state creel limits (30). Limited bank fishing opportunities are available at Skinface Pond, so small boats are recommended to improve success. Limited fishing opportunities are also available in three swamp lakes, but these require a jon boat for access. No fishing, boating or other uses are allowed in Upper Three Runs Creek.
To request a detailed map of the Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve, including specific rules and regulations, contact the S.C. Department of Natural Resources office in Aiken County, 5-3663. You may also request the map by email (include your name and postal mailing address and send it to caudellm@dnr.sc.gov or gerald.williams@srs.gov).
Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area Open to the Public in September
Aiken County’s Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve (WMA & ER) will be opened to the general public on selected Saturdays in Sept. Turnout in Sept. will determine whether Crackerneck will continue to be open each Sept. The Crackerneck WMA & ER entrance gate will open at 6 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. during the open dates of Sept. 5, 12, 19 and 26. Scouting, some non-consumptive uses and fishing will be allowed. No weapons will be permitted.
Crackerneck WMA & ER consists of approximately 10,470 acres owned by the U.S. Department of Energy. Crackerneck is in Aiken County along the Savannah River and lies south of Jackson, off S.C. 125. Access is through the check station gate off Brown Road.
More Information
Horse back riding is allowed but limited to the 50 mile road system and selected fire breaks. Several areas are suitable for parking trailers, or horses can be off-loaded anywhere along the road system, as long as the trailer does not block the road.
Pets are allowed, but must remain in close proximity to owner. A leash is not required; however, the pet must be kept under control to prevent bad interactions with other users, horses, etc.
Helmets are mandatory for all mountain bike riding.
Skinface Pond limits on largemouth bass is set at two per person, per day, 14-inch minimum. Bluegill limits will be the same as state creel limits (30). Limited bank fishing opportunities are available at Skinface Pond, so small boats are recommended to improve success. Limited fishing opportunities are also available in three swamp lakes, but these require a jon boat for access. No fishing, boating or other uses are allowed in Upper Three Runs Creek.
To request a detailed map of the Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve, including specific rules and regulations, contact the S.C. Department of Natural Resources office in Aiken County, 5-3663. You may also request the map by email (include your name and postal mailing address and send it to caudellm@dnr.sc.gov or gerald.williams@srs.gov).
