Recreation
Auto Tour RouteA great way to visit the refuge and see various types of wildlife during the winter months is by driving along the Auto Tour Route . This road winds through the middle of the Refuge taking you past wetlands, creeks and ponds that migratory birds call home in the winter. Follow the road to the south end of the refuge to see hundreds of birds on McFadden Marsh, geese feeding on the fields and Pigeon Butte. See map for more information. HuntingThere are two hunting seasons on William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge: Archery Deer Season and Shotgun Deer Season. There is no elk hunting allowed on the refuge. All hunters must check in and out of self-service hunter permit stations daily. There are two self-service permit stations located on the refuge. Season dates vary every year. For more information on hunting on the Refuge including regulations, dates and additional permit information please click here for hunting flier. Fishing OpportunitiesFishing is allowed from May 1 through October 31 in designated areas. All State of Oregon regulations apply. Wildlife Viewing and Photography
Historic BuildingsWilliam L. Finley NWR is fortunate to have numerous registered historical building on the refuge that act as a glimpse of what life was like many years ago. The historic Fiechter House built in 1855, Cabell Lodge, Fiechter Barn, Cheadle Barn and the Big Barn. All of these historic buildings are closed to the public except for Cabell Lodge which is the refuge headquarters. During special events we occasionally open one or more of these buildings for guided tours with the help of Benton County Historic Society. Interpretation \ Environmental EducationAlong the auto tour route and along Woodpecker Loop Trail there are numerous interpretive and education signs that describe habitats, historical land uses, migratory birds, elk and much more. Take the time to read these signs and learn about this unique area. |
William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge provides a wide array
of recreational opportunities. With over 12 miles of 
The wildlife that use William L. Finley NWR as a home or just pass
through are diverse and wonderful to see. A large herd of elk is
commonly seen browsing on refuge fields and spring is a great time
to view migratory songbirds in the prairie habitats. Here are a few
Last updated:
September 4, 2008
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