Public land that may allow hunting in Nelson County, Virginia
5 listed public land units overlap Nelson County (PAD-US 4.1). Some extend into neighboring counties; acreage is for the whole Virginia unit.
Check seasons, licenses and area rules with Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.
| Area | Acres (approx.) | Manager | Access | County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Washington National Forest National Forest land | 961,016 | U.S. Forest Service (USDA) | Open access | Augusta County, Bath County + 11 more |
| James River Wildlife Management Area State wildlife / game area | 2,132 | Not recorded | Mixed (open and restricted parcels) | Nelson County |
| James River State wildlife / game area | 1,166 | State: fish and wildlife agency | Mixed (open and restricted parcels) | Nelson County |
| George Washington and Jefferson National Forest National Forest land | 870 | U.S. Forest Service (USDA) | Open access | Alleghany County, Montgomery County + 4 more |
| Lesesne State Forest State forest | 427 | State: department of natural resources | Open access | Nelson County |