April 11, 2019
Telephones at the refuge are currently down. If you need to make reservations, or apply for a permit, please email the refuge at the address linked below.
wmr_permits@fws.gov
Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge is seeking public comment on possible fee increases in 2019. Changes include an increase to Doris Campground primitive, RV, and group campsites; Fawn Creek group campsites; Boulder Cabin day use area; and Charon’s Garden Wilderness Area backcountry permits.
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The Refuge requests public comment on a newly released draft Environmental Assessment (EA), Hunt Plan and Compatibility Determination proposing expansion of hunting opportunities. The hunt plan, which could replace the 1984 Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Hunt Plan, would maintain big game (elk and deer) hunting programs, while also adding waterfowl, turkey, feral hog, and coyote hunting.
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The Mt. Scott Roadway on Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge has re-opened to bicycle and pedestrian traffic, but remains closed to all vehicle traffic. Recent heavy rains have eroded parts of the foundation of the road making it unstable for the consistent weight of vehicles.
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