Cokeville Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

With the opening of hunting on Cokeville Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, you can now harvest birds and big game on one of the very few wetlands in this arid state. The refuge opened its first waterfowl hunt in September 2014. The refuge is centered on a 20-mile stretch of the Bear River, supporting one of the highest densities of nesting waterfowl in Wyoming. Elk hunting, already popular in the state, is now available on the refuge as well. Hunting for migratory birds and big game will follow the Wyoming Game and Fish Department calendar. Check the refuge website for regulations, restrictions and parking information.