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Fishing

At Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge

Fishing is permitted along the Roanoke River and Conine Creek; however, the refuge's backswamps and river tributaries are not open to fishing. Anglers can walk across the Conine Island Tract from U.S. Highway 13/17 to gain fishing access to the Roanoke River and Conine Creek.

Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge Activities

A woman waterfowl hunting by a wetland at sunset
Hunting
White-tailed deer, waterfowl, and turkey permits are issued by lottery through the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Permit Hunting Opportunities. The refuge is also open for hunting small game by NCWRC-issued permit, including rabbits, squirrels, and raccoon.
In the foreground, 2 people with large orange backpacks hike up a steep slope of rock and lichen. In the background are big mountains with snow patches on top, a lake in a valley, and a cloudy sky.
Hiking
The Refuge has only one designated hiking trail, the Kuralt Trail, which is a little over 1 mile long. It is located off of Hwy 13/17N. The Refuge also maintains Conine North and Askew East and West roads for walking.
A group of birders wearing life vests in a boat point and look with binoculars at something in the trees.
Birding
Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge offers memorable birding opportunities, whether hiking along the Kuralt Trail, walking dirt roads, or boating along the river. Check our bird brochure for optimum viewing seasons.
Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge
Highway 13/17 N
Williamston, NC 27892
Get directions
(252) 926-4021
P.O. Box 430
Windsor, NC 27983
roanokeriver@fws.gov

Physical address: 114 West Water Street, Windsor, NC 27983
Mailing address: P.O. Box 430, Windsor, NC 27983