Known by many as the “Illinois Bayou,” the area that encompasses Cypress Creek National Wildlife Refuge is one of the most significant natural areas in the state. It is home to waterfowl, deer, turkey, squirrel, rabbit and other game species. It includes a diversity of habitats: floodplain, upland forest, deepwater swamp, shallow wetlands, agricultural and early successional fields. The refuge includes 15,000 acres open to hunting.
| Activity | Season | Hunting Hours | Special Regulations |
| Archery Deer | State seasons apply | State Shooting Hours | State regulations apply. All state approved archery equipment is allowed. |
| Muzzleloader Deer | State seasons apply | State Shooting Hours | State regulations apply. |
| Firearm Deer | State seasons apply | State Shooting Hours | State regulations apply. |
| Youth Firearm Deer | State seasons apply | State Shooting Hours | State regulations apply. |
| Fur Bearer Hunting | State seasons apply | Daylight hours only | State regulations apply. Hunters must possess and use only non-toxic shot shells. |
| Dove | State seasons apply | State Shooting Hours | State regulations apply. |
| Turkey | State seasons apply | State Shooting Hours | State regulations apply. Hunters must possess and use only non-toxic shot shells. |
| Upland Game | State seasons apply | State Shooting Hours | State regulations apply. Hunters must possess and use only non-toxic shot shells. |
| Waterfowl | State seasons apply | State Shooting Hours | State regulations apply. Hunters must possess and use only non-toxic shot shells. |
| Fishing and Bow Fishing | State seasons apply | Daylight hours only | State Regulations apply. Nighttime fishing prohibited. |
| State regulations apply for bag limts. |
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