Boating - motorized

At Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge and Management Area

Boating on the refuge

There are boat ramps at Pikeville, Snakey Point and Survant units.

On refuge property, motorboats are only permitted on Snakey Point Marsh east of the South Fork, when water levels can accommodate this use, and on the Patoka River.

Special boating regulations apply for the Miller Bridge Wetland Area and are posted on-site and available at the Refuge Headquarters.

To minimize disturbance to wildlife, motorboats are not permitted on other refuge waters. Trolling motors are allowed.

Air boats are prohibited on all refuge waters.

Boats may not be left on refuge property overnight.

Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge and Management Area Activities