What this tracks
This dataset shows all Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA)-managed lands where hunting is legally permitted.
Why it matters to you
If you’re a hunter in Tennessee, this data tells you exactly which public lands are open for hunting near you — saving hours of research and preventing accidental trespassing. For small businesses near these areas (like bait shops or gear outfitters), knowing these locations helps target advertising to hunters during season. The REGION field helps you quickly narrow down areas within driving distance of your town.
How to read this data
NAME — The official designation of the hunting area, like “Shady Park PHA”.
HUNT — Confirms if hunting is allowed (“Y” means yes).
ACRES — Size of the hunting area (e.g., 66.25 acres).
REGION — TWRA’s regional division (sample value “2” corresponds to Middle Tennessee).
Where this leaves you
This dataset doesn’t let you look anything up by your address, but it’s still a window into how the state operates. Read it to understand the scope of the program and what the official records contain; the state’s own interactive map (linked on this page) shows the locations involved.