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National wildlife refuges offer us a chance to unplug from the stresses of daily life and reconnect with our natural surroundings. In order to allow wildlife to move about and feed undisturbed, the refuge is not open to general public use. Limited opportunities for waterfowl hunting or fishing access on Boggy Creek are available. For those fishing and hunting visitors that are willing to go the extra mile (or 7 down Chinquapin Rd.), Big Boggy offers an opportunity to enjoy the abundant natural resources of coastal Texas.
Driving Directions
To reach Big Boggy NWR from the highway 60 and FM 521 intersection in Wadsworth, TX, drive east on FM 521 for 2.9 miles to Chinquapin Road. Turn right, travel 7 miles south to the refuge. Watch for Parking Area signs for hunter access. Boggy Creek can only be accessed by boat from the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. A small boat ramp is in Chinquapin.
Fees
There is no charge for hunting and fishing.
Restrooms
No restrooms are available.
Activities
Big Boggy has two public waterfowl hunting areas that are open in accordance with State waterfowl seasons.
Visitors can fish the navigable waters in Boggy Creek which is accessible by boat from the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.
Other Facilities in the Complex
Big Boggy National Wildlife Refuge is complexed with Brazoria and San Bernard National Wildlife Refuges under the umbrella name, Texas Mid-Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex. There are no facilities on Big Boggy, therefore the refuge is managed out of the San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge Field Office.
Locations
To reach Big Boggy NWR from the highway 60 and FM 521 intersection in Wadsworth, TX, drive east on FM 522 for 2.9 miles to Chinquapin Road. Turn right, travel 7 miles to the to the refuge. Watch for Parking Area signs for hunter access. Boggy Creek can only be accessed by boat from the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. A small boat ramp is in Chinquapin.