People fishing in two boats on Old Timbers Lake at Big Oaks NWR

Boating

At Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge

Only 30 boats that are rowed, paddled or powered by an electric trolling motor on Old Timbers Lake are allowed at a time. Boats are allowed on a first come, first served basis on public use days and must check in at the east end gatehouse. 

The lake is large and boaters should watch the weather conditions before they venture out.  State boating regulations apply at Big Oaks

Fees and Public Use Days Information

Fishing Information

General Refuge Rules and Policies

Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge Activities