News Releases - Kenai - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge has decked wood available to permit holders on Swanson River Road.

The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge (Refuge) is extending personal use firewood collection by permit until April 15, 2020.

Refuge Headquarters and Visitor Center Close Temporarily

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today announced the suspension of operations at Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters, Visitor Center and Environmental Education Center, effective 03/21/2020.

Request for public comment: Filming on the Refuge

Please review the attached document regarding commercial filming on the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. This information will be open to public comment at a later time.

Commercial Filming

Refuge Announces Opening to Snowmachine Use

On February 07, 2020 all areas normally open to snow machining are open.

Refuge Announces Partial Opening to Snowmachine Use

Portions of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge will be open to snow machine use beginning January 04, 2020

Refuge to Open Firewood Gathering by Permit

The refuge is offering personal use firewood collection by permit beginning October 15, 2019