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The Robert L. Hankins Mud Creek WMA is a 1,025-acre tract that was deeded to the Commission in 1989 by the FMHA, as authorized by congressional act 616 of 1976. Located in Randolph County about ten miles north of Pocahontas, this area also lies in the Ozark foothills region of the state. Previously used for cattle farming, the property is comprised of 632 nonforested acres, as well as, approximately 380 acres of upland hardwood timberland.
This is also one of the commissions smallest WMAs, at just over 1000 acres. Due to size, this WMA can not provide the same level of recreational opportunity to the public as larger areas, however, it is worthy of mention in this guide.
This is a small but scenic area, well-suited to bird watching and hiking, as well as, photography. Interior roads are also off limits to motor vehicles. No camping areas have been developed.
Old fields are planted to small grain crops to provide supplemental wildlife food supplies. Prescribed burning is carried out annually over much of the open land to promote beneficial plant growth. An intensive effort to eradicate fescue from the property is underway.
The area supports good populations of quail and deer, as well as, turkeys. Squirrels are abundant on wooded hillsides in years when acorns are plentiful.
Check the regulations guide for hunting seasons. Overcrowding is often a problem due to the small size of the area.
CONTACT INFORMATION
877-972-5438
For more information about the Robert L. Hankins Mud Creek WMA click HERE.
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