Boating

Boating Season

January 1 - June 14. The use of boats is not permitted on the refuge.

June 15 - July 31. South of Brown Dike (South Marsh) only, motorless boats and boats with battery powered electric motors are permitted. Gas motors must be removed from all boats.

August 1 - December 31. In the South Marsh, motorless boats and boats propelled by motors with a total of 10 hp or less are permitted.

Launching

Boats on trailers can be launched only at the Main Boat Landing and Narciss Boat Landing. Canoes or cartop boats can be launched only at the Main Boat Landing, Narciss Boat Landing, Gravel Pit Pond and Brown Dike.

Life Jackets

State law requires a wearable Personal Flotation Device on board for each person.

Boat Storage

Boats may be stored at the Main Boat Landing, Narciss Boat Landing, Gravel Pit Pond and Brown Dike from June 1 through December 31. Trailers may not be stored on the refuge.