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General Hunting Regulations
All Federal and State hunting regulations apply. Hunters must possess all applicable Federal and State licenses. The Refuges are open daily from sunrise to sunset. Hunting hours follow those set in the Colorado State hunting regulations. Only waterfowl and small game hunting are permitted on a portion of each Refuge according to State regulations and the following special Refuge regulations. All hunting on both Refuges is permitted only during waterfowl season as set by Federal and State regulations. It is our desire to prevent violations rather than to prosecute violators. Please respect other hunters who may be hunting in close proximity to you. Please handle firearms carefully. The cooperation of all sportsmen is respectfully requested. When in doubt about any of the hunting regulations, please contact a Refuge officer.

Special Refuge Hunting Regulations


Safety Warning
Hunters are warned to be on alert for “boggy” areas and deep, abrupt channels. Please be very careful where
you step.

Accessible Hunting Blinds
Two accessible hunting blinds are available on a first come first serve basis. Call the Refuge Office to reserve the blinds. If hunting on the first two weekends of the first waterfowl split you must apply for a permit.

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Important hunting information

*Permits are only required on the 1st weekend of the 1st waterfowl hunting split. During the week and the 2nd weekend you do not need a permit.

*Permit application process will remain the same for the 1st weekend as in 2006. Refer to the Waterfowl Hunting Permit Information link on the left. Please consult the 2007 Colorado Division of Wildlife Waterfowl Hunting Proclamation for bag limits and season dates.