The Shenandoah Gap Hunting Preserve is a 411-acre natural area with 4.25 miles of perimeter, primarily consisting of steep mountainsides, a main creek bottom trail, and two branching ascents that extend deep into the preserve. It is accessible through a single common easement located on Wildwood Lane and is bordered by 27 property lots.
Access and Permit Requirements
Permit System:
Access to the preserve is restricted to permit holders only.
Permits will be issued exclusively to eligible Shenandoah Gap Property Owners in good standing with POA dues and road fees.
Permit Distribution:
A total of 30 hunting permits will be issued annually on a first-come, first-serve basis starting May 1 each year. Request must be submitted by signing into your owner portal account at https://app.payhoa.com/auth/login
Permits are valid for the hunting season, which runs from October 1 through January 31 and the entire month of April.
Permit Allocation:
Each property owner may receive:
One (1) hunting permit.
Two (2) guest passes.
One (1) vehicle pass.
Owners must escort guests at all times while in the preserve.
Restrictions:
Permits are non-transferable.
Short-term rental tenants are not eligible for permits or access to the preserve.