Medicine Lake National Wildlife Refuge proposes opening the Refuge to hunting for several additional bird species (tundra swans, sandhill cranes, coot); reopening recreational fishing opportunities on 2,499 acres; and extending fishing to year-round (fishing on the Refuge currently occurs from November 15 through September 15 annually). We are seeking public comments on the hunting proposal from May 23 to June 21.
For more information about this proposal and how to get involved click on the link below.
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Sharp Tailed Grouse Observation Blind
It's that time of year that sharp tailed grouse are performing their mating dances and the Medicine Lake NWR Sharp Tailed Grouse Observation Blind is available for reservation by calling the Refuge office at 406-789-2305
The new fishing regulations for Medicine Lake NWR can be found here.
Medicine Lake Fishing Regulations
Observation Tower
November 26, 2012
Due to safety concerns, our observation tower will be closed to the public indefinitely. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.