Cunningham Swamp WMA is located in Central Garrett County. This 258 acre tract encompasses the majority of Cunningham Swamp, a rich wetland with exceptional habitat for wetland and bog related species. There are open fields and upland forest habitats within the boundaries of the WMA as well. There is exceptional cover here for everything from ruffed grouse and American woodcock to black bears and white-tailed deer. Habitat for waterfowl such as wood ducks and Canada geese is excellent, and beaver and other furbearers are likely to call this WMA home as well.
What To See
The thick alder, viburnum and other wetland shrub species growing here make for excellent cover. This cover and abundant food sources are attractive to many young-forest and wetland loving species. This cover is attractive to a healthy number of black bears and white-tailed deer. A diverse array of songbird species will be found here through the nesting and migrating seasons as well.
What To Do
There is ample opportunity for the Garrett County adventurer to hunt waterfowl and big game such as white-tailed deer and black bears. The abundant cover here will challenge hunters to find game, but provides a unique opportunity to hunt in a pristine wetland habitat. Bird watchers may find some interesting species here that prefer the thick cover of alder swamp types of habitat, including alder flycatchers, Nashville warblers, and golden-winged warblers.
Area Regulations
Use of Cunningham Swamp WMA is generally permitted seven days a week throughout the year .
Hunting is allowed in accordance with open seasons and shooting hours.
No special permits or drawings are required to hunt this area, except appropriate licenses and stamps.
Trapping by permit only.