Linwood Game Land

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Linwood Game Land is a wildlife conservation area located in Davidson County, North Carolina.


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Summary

It spans over 4,000 acres and is managed by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. The game land is popular among hunters, birdwatchers, anglers, and hikers.

One of the main reasons to visit Linwood Game Land is for hunting. The land is open to hunting during certain seasons for deer, turkey, rabbit, quail, and other game species. Visitors can obtain permits and licenses through the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

There are also several points of interest within the game land, including the Yadkin River, which is popular for fishing and kayaking. The game land also features several hiking trails, picnic areas, and campsites.

Interesting facts about Linwood Game Land include that it was originally purchased by the state of North Carolina in the 1940s for timber production and wildlife conservation. It is now home to a diverse range of wildlife, including several species of birds, mammals, and reptiles.

The best time of year to visit Linwood Game Land varies depending on the activity. Hunting season typically takes place from October to January. Spring and fall are popular times for birdwatching, while summer is ideal for fishing and kayaking.

Overall, Linwood Game Land offers a unique opportunity to explore North Carolina's natural beauty and wildlife. Whether you're a hunter, hiker, or outdoor enthusiast, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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