Central Region
Public Hunting Lands
The Central Region includes Baltimore, Carroll, Cecil, Harford, Howard and Montgomery Counties.
Wildlife Management Areas
Managed Hunting Areas (MHA's)
Cooperative Wildlife Management Areas (CWMA's)*
*Cooperative Wildlife Management Areas, or CWMA’s, are properties where DNR does not own the land, but has an agreement with the landowner to manage the public access. Access may be restricted to certain times of the year so you should contact the appropriate DNR office to learn more about a CWMA you intend to visit.
Public Lands
- Wildlife Management Areas
- Public Hunting Lands
- WMA Maps & Information
- WMA Acres by Region
- Public Lands Managed by Region
- Public Dove Fields
- Guide to Maryland’s Natural Areas
- Maryland State Parks
- Guide to Hunting and Trapping
- Hunting Seasons Calendar
- Disabled Hunter Access
- About Wildlife & Heritage Service