Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

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View collections of information about Blackwater NWR, including visitor publications and past hunting regulations.

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Photo of a brown and white sign with the number 8 and the refuge system blue goose symbol, with shrubs, trees, and the Blackwater River in the background.

Blackwater NWR Publications

Brochures and maps for visitors of Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge.

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Head and upper shoulder photo of a sika deer with 3 to 4 inches of newly budding antler growth, looking toward camera with mouth open, probably chewing food.

2024-25 Deer Hunt Information

Regulations and information specific to Blackwater NWR for the 2024-2025 deer hunt season. Note that this information is for reference only, as dates and some regulations will change for the 2025-26 season.

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Blackwater NWR 2025 Turkey Hunt Regulations

Regulations specific to turkey hunting at Blackwater NWR during the 2025 spring season.

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Jan 24, 2025

Close-up photo of male wood duck floating in greenish-blue water.

2024-25 Waterfowl Hunt Information

Regulations and information specific to Blackwater NWR for the 2024-2025 waterfowl hunt season. Note that this information is for reference only, as dates and some regulations will change for the 2025-26 season.

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GIS image of Blackwater River Waterfowl Hunting Map with hunt units denoted

Waterfowl Hunting Maps for Blackwater NWR

Hunting maps for all waterfowl hunting locations on Blackwater NWR.

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Picture of the Blackwater River soft launch, located at the Blackwater River Bridge on Rt. 335 at Blackwater NWR

Waterfowl Hunting Access Pictures for Blackwater NWR

Several pictures to help hunters locate access points for waterfowl hunting on Blackwater NWR.

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