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U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Return to Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge

Laws and Regulations

Updated May 7, 2026
  • Closed areas are closed to the public.  The Refuge manager reserves the right to close all or part of the open areas to hunting or public access at any time.  
  • Motorized vehicles are restricted to public roads and parking lots.
  • Blocking gates or access roads is prohibited.
  • The use of ATVs, UTVs, bikes, or other forms of transportation other that foot travel is prohibited on interior refuge roads.
  • Camping is prohibited.
  • Pets must be leashed except when being actively used for hunting during the appropriate hunting seasons.
  • Molesting or injuring any animal or plant, except fish and game taking in season, is prohibited.
  • Disorderly conduct and leaving of any refuse on the land or water is prohibited.
  • Collecting shed deer antlers is prohibited.
  • The use of game or trail cameras is prohibited.
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