Individuals 16-years-old or older and participating in hunting activities on the refuge, who are required to have a Kentucky State hunting/fishing license, must also have a refuge annual hunt permit.
Please refer to the refuge Public Use Regulation Brochure for current refuge specific regulations.
Annual refuge hunt permits can be obtained at Beginning August 1, 2025, the following fee structure structure
Something temporarily or permanently constructed, built, or placed; and constructed of natural or manufactured parts including, but not limited to, a building, shed, cabin, porch, bridge, walkway, stair steps, sign, landing, platform, dock, rack, fence, telecommunication device, antennae, fish cleaning table, satellite dish/mount, or well head.
Learn more about structure will take place for annual hunt permits:
| Youth Under 16 | Free, no permit needed |
| Age 65 and Over | $10 |
| Active Military/Veterans | $10 |
| Disabled | $10 |
Maps and Other Resources
A refuge map can be found here.
The Public Use Regulations Brochure contains refuge specific regulations for visitors wanting to participate in outdoor recreation on refuge land.
Here is the link to view or download the latest edition of Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources' .
