Pets must be leashed at all times other than during migratory bird hunting. Refuge-wide hiking (and dog walking) is open roughly July 1-Aug 15 and Dec 15-Mar 31; the visitor-center trails and township roads are open year-round.
Most refuge land outside visitor-center trails and township roads during closed seasons (spring nesting period)
Pets must be leashed at all times on a national wildlife refuge, and are usually limited to designated trails, roads, and public-use areas. Many refuges close sensitive habitat to pets to protect wildlife, so check the refuge page before you go.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
Yes, leashed dogs are welcome, though general hiking/dog-walking is limited to seasonal open windows across most of the refuge. Pets must be leashed at all times other than during migratory bird hunting. Refuge-wide hiking (and dog walking) is open roughly July 1-Aug 15 and Dec 15-Mar 31; the visitor-center trails and township roads are open year-round.
Pets must be leashed at all times on a national wildlife refuge, and are usually limited to designated trails, roads, and public-use areas. Many refuges close sensitive habitat to pets to protect wildlife, so check the refuge page before you go.
Most refuge land outside visitor-center trails and township roads during closed seasons (spring nesting period)
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.