Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge

Facility Activities

Migratory bird hunting, upland game hunting and big game hunting were expanded in 2015. The refuge's waterfowl hunting program includes seven well-spaced State Area fixed duck blinds and five blind sites via GPS coordinates allocated by a lottery drawing that is held two hours before legal...

Fishing

Fishing and crabbing are permitted on designated areas of Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. All State fishing regulations apply on the refuge, including open seasons, limits, and permitted species. All fishing is for personal use. Commercial fishing is not permitted.

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Wildlife watching

Many refuges champion wildlife viewing as a key recreational activity.

Ranger-led programs

Rangers lead wildlife walks, tours and educational programs at many sites. Events may focus on wildflowers or birds or on seasonal spectacles, such as elk bugling or sea turtle nesting. Some programs may be limited in size or require advance registration. See individual websites for details.

Photography

Whether you wield a smartphone or a zoom lens, you’ll find photo-worthy subjects at national wildlife refuges and national fish hatcheries. Wildlife photography is a priority public use on national wildlife refuges, so you’ll find wildlife drives and blinds and overlooks to help you get the images you’re after.