Laws and Regulations
Permitted activities:
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Pets are allowed if on a leash and under control of the owner at all times.
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Fishing with a valid State of Texas or Lake Texoma fishing license.
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Motorized Boating, from March 15 to October 1 only.
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Canoeing and kayaking (with no motor on board), year-round in Big Mineral Creek from L Pad Road southwest.
Prohibited activities:
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Driving off-road including in refuge farm fields.
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Camping, open fires, fireworks.
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Littering or leaving household trash on the refuge.
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Entry into refuge impoundments along Wildlife Drive.
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Access after sunset without written authorization for a special purpose.
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Use of ATV or UTVs, non-licensed motorcycles, horses.
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Disturbing or collecting any plant or animal without a research or collection permit.
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Playing radios or other sounds in a manner loud enough to disturb others or wildlife.
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Looking for or collecting artifacts or historic items.
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Discharge of any firearm for a reason other than permitted hunting.
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Swimming.
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Use of airboats, personal watercraft (i.e., jet ski).
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Water skiing or tubing.
Activities requiring a permit:
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Collection of downed wood for personal use as firewood. A free permit is available for this purpose.
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Special regulations are in effect for some activities. If you are uncertain if an activity is allowed or has special rules, please contact the refuge headquarters at 903-786-2826.