Rockingham County
Valley Virginia
Rockingham County is one of the largest counties in the Shenandoah Valley, stretching from the valley floor to the crest of Shenandoah Mountain. The county boasts some of the best bear, deer, and turkey hunting in Virginia with vast national forest holdings. Rockingham is within the CWD management area, requiring compliance with disease management regulations.
CWD Management Area
Rockingham County is within the Chronic Wasting Disease Management Area. Special regulations apply including mandatory testing requirements and carcass movement restrictions. Check VDGIF for current CWD rules.
Game Available
Deer Hunting
Zone
West of Blue Ridge
Public Acreage
~150,000 acres
Counties west of the Blue Ridge have more restrictive bag limits with limited either-sex days. Antler point restrictions may apply. Check current regulations for specifics.
Public Hunting Lands
George Washington National Forest - North Section
National Forest · 350,000 acres
George Washington National Forest - Lee Ranger District
National Forest · 130,000 acres
George Washington National Forest - Dry River Ranger District
National Forest · 156,000 acres
Shenandoah Mountain
Other · 55,000 acres
Little North Mountain
Other · 35,000 acres
Massanutten Mountain
Other · 60,000 acres
Shenandoah National Park - Managed Deer Hunt
Other · 199,000 acres