Ouachita Wildlife Management Area - Le Flore Unit

Ouachita Wildlife Management Area - Le Flore Unit

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Birds of Interest

Bald Eagle: Generally have a large population of eagles that winter on or around the WMA.  

About this Location

Ouachita WMA - Le Flore Unit covers 221,559 acres of the Ouachita National Forest Lands in southeastern Oklahoma.  The WMA also includes an additional 133,000 acres which are part of the Ouachita WMA - McCurtain & Tiak Units. The area is managed cooperatively between the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation and the United States Forest Service. The area is located in southern Leflore county approximately 10 miles south of Heavener, Ok. on Highway 59. Located in the scenic, mountainous, oak-pine forest, the area’s primary species is deer and turkey, more than 400 acres of food plots are planted annually for these species. 

The Talimena Scenic Drive cuts the area in half running along the top of Winding Stair Mountain from Highway 271 to the Arkansas line. This drive offers many scenic vistas to pull off and enjoy the view. Some camping is available along the drive and at the Cedar Lake Camp ground.

Cedar Lake, Billy Creek and Winding Stair Mountain Recreation Areas are closed to hunting.

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Last updated November 17, 2023

Oklahoma Dept. of Wildlife Conservation