Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge

Exceptional hunting opportunities await sportsmen and women at Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge, well known for a large deer population and good-sized bucks. The refuge has designated seasons for a variety of small game, waterfowl, turkey and deer, including special opportunities...

Refuge waters include Bluff Lake (800 acres), Loakfoma Lake (450 acres), Ross Branch Reservoir (40 acres) and Noxubee River. Fishing and Boating is allowed on Refuge waters from March 1-October 31; Noxubee River is open year-round as well as limited bank fishing on Bluff Lake (see brochure.)...

Bicycling on the refuge is allowed year-round on improved and unimproved roads.  Bright clothing is recommended when riding on public roads.  Bicycles are not allowed on the foot trails.

Bird watching is allowed year-round throughout the open refuge lands.  Bird watchers are cautioned to note where and when hunting is allowed.  Exceptional birding opportunities are found around the lakes as well as on several of the trails. ...

Boats, canoes and kayaks are allowed in all refuge waters from March 1 through October 31 each year.  No motor size limit is in effect, but no wake is observed in all lakes.  

Boats, canoes and kayaks are allowed in all refuge waters from March 1 through October 31 each year.  No motor size limit is in effect, but no wake is observed in all lakes.  

The refuge has two boardwalks and 5 trails available for public enjoyment and exploration. Refuge trails and boardwalks are open during daylight hours year-round.  A trail brochure is available and can be found at most of the refuge kiosks.  Hikers are recommended ...

Nearly 12 million people visit outdoor areas each year to photograph wildlife, and national wildlife refuges are at the top of the list.  Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge provides excellent opportunities year-round to capture photos of alligators, waterfowl,...

The refuge has one picnic area near the Bluff Lake boat ramp.  There are tables, grills, and outdoor exhibits within this area as well as a bronze alligator for photo opportunities.  The picnic area is open during daylight hours year-round.  The refuge follows the “...