Facility Rules and Policies
The refuge is open from one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset. Hunting and fishing are permitted in certain areas. The only items that may be taken from the refuge are shed deer antlers, as well as wild fruits, berries and nuts – all for personal consumption. Dogs must be kept on a leash, unless engaged in an authorized hunting activity.
- Hunting and fishing are allowed in certain areas as indicated in refuge leaflets
- Fishing areas are marked with “Public Fishing Area” signs
- Edible mushrooms, nuts, fruits, and berries may be collected for personal use only. All other collecting of plants is prohibited.
- Shed deer antlers may be collected for personal use only. The collection of dead animal parts and live animals is not permitted.
- The sale of any items obtained from the refuge is prohibited
- Bicycling is permitted only on gravel or paved roads. Riding on hiking trails is prohibited.
- Spotlighting wildlife is prohibited
- Campfires and outdoor grills are not allowed
- Swimming is not allowed
- Off road vehicle use is prohibited
- Entry into areas marked with “Area Closed” signs is not permitted
- Hikers are welcome in any open portion of the refuge
- Dogs must be kept on a leash unless participating in an authorized hunting activity
- Horseback riding is not allowed
- Taking, disturbing, injuring, or possessing any wildlife or plants on the refuge is illegal except as authorized
- It is illegal to release any wild or domestic animal on the refuge
- The refuge speed limit is 20 miles per hour
- Leaving vehicles overnight on the refuge is not permitted
- Littering is prohibited
- Baiting wildlife is prohibited
- Searching for or removing any historic or Native American artifacts from the refuge is not permitted
- The use of metal detectors is not allowed