Au Train Basin State Waterfowl (Wildlife) Management Area in Alger County: Robinson Creek Floodings Wildlife Management Area in Roscommon County: 5 0 obj These areas are often managed by the U.S. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Clemens DNR Facility - Wildlife Office, Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Local Office: Gladwin DNR Wildlife Office, Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Size: 25,555 acres approx. Fires are allowed only in fireplaces, grills or fire rings, where provided by Game and Parks (propane/gas stoves and charcoal grills allowed). Provided: Area Map [PDF]. acres approx. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Somerset State Game Area in Hillsdale County: This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. Local Office: Crane Pond DNR Wildlife Office, Gratiot-Saginaw SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Kawkawlin Creek Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Midland County: Although certain areas are managed for certain types of wildlife all wildlife benefit. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. For more information, visit their websites, view refuge hunting and fishing brochures or contact a refuge directly. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Local Office: Waterloo DNR Wildlife Office, Fuller Woods SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. endobj 7600 East Messinger Road, Twin Lake, MI 49457; phone 231-788-5055. Size: 125 acres approx. County plat books: These show who owns all parcels of land in each of the state's 87 counties. (h) The unauthorized distribution of bait and the hunting over bait is prohibited on wildlife refuge areas. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. 6640 Long Lake Road, Route 2, Belding, MI 48809; phone 616-794-2658. Local Office: Cadillac DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office, Provided: Area Map [PDF] Note: Backus Creek Flooding SWMA, on the southern side, has officially been merged into this area, Some NRD lands are managed by Game and Parks and labeled as WMAs. Size: 247 (several separate units). DNR educators provide classroom lessons, field trip opportunities, professional development and experiential programs to teachers around the state. Size: 360 acres approx. Local Office: Waterloo DNR Wildlife Office, HWkw8=N29>{-@c1dH' q9 ,B/d;;M3=~UIo+]g=_s70 Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Tamarack Lake State Game Area in Eaton County: 4017 East Caro Road, Cass City, MI 48726; phone 989-872-5300. 1570 Tower Beach Road, Pinconning, MI 48650; phone 989-697-5101. Lease payments are paid with money from hunting license sales. Note:Beaver Islands SWRA includes the Beaver Island group and the Fox Island group. Candidate Conservation Agreements (CCA & CCAA), Coastal Barrier Resources Act Project Consultation, Coastal Barrier Resources System Property Documentation, Learn more about national wildlife refuge, 50 CFR 32.2(a-l) - What are the requirements for hunting on areas of the Nation, 50 CFR 20 - Migratory bird hunting regulations. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Shiawassee River State Game Area meets the criteria to have a Master Plan To hunt deer in this area, you must have a handgun, but you cannot hunt them with one. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. 801 North Silverleaf Street, Gladwin, MI 48624; phone 989-426-9205. Size: 3,390 acres approx. The Upper Midwests waterfowl production areas are economically and ecologically important to the region. Local Office: Cass City DNR Wildlife Office, This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Every acre enrolled in CREP is open to public hunting and fishing. There are numerous walk-in areas, CREP lands, Game Production Areas, Waterfowl Production Areas, and other hunting opportunities available. Allegan State Game Area in Allegan County: Muskegon SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. There are over 2 million acres (8,100 km 2) of this 8717 North Roscommon Road (at I-75 and M-18 South), Roscommon, MI 48653; phone 989-275-5151. 3580 State Park Drive, Bay City, MI 48706; phone 989-684-9141. Deer River Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Iron county, was retired/removed as unqiuely-named DNR-WLD focus area, 2020 March 03, and is now managed as part of State Forest co-management activities. Among the most useful: Recreation Compass: An interactive tool to find recreation opportunities in the state. Size: 54 acres approx. Individuals are encouraged to provide comments on the lands they hunt. Size: 110 acres approx. Local Office: St. Clair Flats DNR Wildlife Office, Hubbard Lake SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Pointe Mouillee State Game Area in Monroe and Wayne Counties: Local Office: Houghton Lake DNR Wildlife Office, Local Office: Roscommon DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office, This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Parks-and-Recreation Divisions. Size: 77 acres approx. (Baiting is authorized in Alaska, in accordance with state regulations on refuges.) Waterfowl production areas are divided into 38 wetland management districts (WMDs) as administrative units. Provided: Reference Map. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. 42 0 obj Grass Lake Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Benzie County: Pictures may also be included in the comments as well. 8015 Mackinaw Trail, Cadillac, MI 49601; phone 231-775-9727. Note: The Manitou Island Group includes North Manitou Island and South Manitou Island. For information on Missouri River USACE lands upstream of Gavins Point Dam along Lewis and Clark Lake (402-667-2546) or USACE lands surrounding Harlan County Lake (308-799-2105) call or visit the links below. Except in a few portions, state forests are open to hunting and trapping, during the appropriate season and with the correct license. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. All hunters must comply with the terms and conditions authorizing access or use of refuges, including the terms and conditions under which hunting permits are issued. Size: 526 acres approx. Special regulations apply. Publicly accessible lands are displayed in the Public Access Atlas. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Where turkey and deer hunting are permitted, use of slugs and shot containing lead to hunt these species is permitted, unless prohibited by refuge-specific regulations and/or state law. Skegemog Lake Wildlife Management Area in Kalkaska County: More information about hunting on OFW lands can be found in the front pages of the Public Access Atlas. Local Office: Cass City DNR Wildlife Office, These comments may be submitted online and must include the specific property the hunter is commenting on as well as contact information for the hunter. It is unlawful to build or use permanent or semi-permanent tree stands that attach to any tree with nails, screws, bolts or wire. The Public Access Atlas identifies and consolidates Nebraskas public access resources for the benefit of hunters, trappers and anglers. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Size: 180 acres approx. Size: 838 acres approx. Bay City DNR Parks/Recreation Office, Local Office: Atlanta DNR Wildlife Office, Provided: Area Map [PDF]. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Size: 9,852 acres approx. 1570 Tower Beach Road, Pinconning, MI 48650; phone 989-697-5101. Rainy River Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Montmorency County: Check the current hunting and fishing regulations and proclamations for details. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Most national forest and grassland areas managed by the USFS are open to hunting, unless otherwise posted. Size: 287 acres approx. For individual maps, click on a watershed management district office (WMD) and then click the "maps" link on the right side of the page. 13578 Seymour Road, Route 3, Grass Lake, MI 49240; phone 517-522-4097. Local Office: Gladwin DNR Wildlife Office, Local Office: Crane Pond DNR Wildlife Office, Size: 4,860 acres approx. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. 13578 Seymour Road, Route 3, Grass Lake, MI 49240; phone 517-522-4097. Local Office: Waterloo DNR Wildlife Office, Division provides details about the entire Bay City SRA, a user map and more. Local Office: Gaylord DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office, 13578 Seymour Road, Route 3, Grass Lake, MI 49240; phone 517-522-4097. Adams Township State Game Area in Hillsdale County (Adams Township): Chesterfield Township State Game Area in Macomb County: endobj Hillcrest State Game Area in Livingston County: Sportsman's Pond Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Montmorency County: Size: 156 acres approx. 22250 Northland Drive, Paris, MI 49338; phone 231-465-4188. Size: 16,684 acres approx. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Contact for the entire Waterloo SRA, outside the wildlife unit or beyond wildlife-related issues, For more information visit their website. 427 North Highway US-41, Baraga, MI 49908; phone 906-353-6651. Only specific types of hunting are allowed on selected sites to help achieve management goals. Click the box above to see all our offerings, or click the program below. The DNR Parks and Rec. Size: 400 acres approx. 44 0 obj Target shooting is allowed on most areas, unless otherwise prohibited. Horseshoe Lake State Game Area in Oakland County: Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Local Office: Crane Pond DNR Wildlife Office, Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Permission is needed to hunt these areas and can be received by directly contacting the landowner. Local Office: Cadillac DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office, Note on State Refuges established by statute and closed to hunting except as noted in theSmall Game and Waterfowl Guide. If you have any questions or problems regarding the reservation system please contact Mark Norton at mark.norton@state.sd.us or 605.773.3096. Local Office: Flat River DNR Wildlife Office, Please update to a modern browser such as Chrome, Firefox or Edge to experience all features Michigan.gov has to offer. this area has historically been managed out of two different offices, listed below: 180 South Harrison Road, Houghton Lake, MI 48629; phone 989-422-6572 or 989-422-5192. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Size: 4,583 acres approx. Size: 1,347 acres approx. Please check with the local USFS office to be aware of any specific rules, restrictions or travel plans that may apply to these lands. Size: 1,052 acres approx. 32.1 Opening of wildlife refuge areas to hunting. 427 North Highway US-41, Baraga, MI 49908; phone 906-353-6651. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Local Office: Flat River DNR Wildlife Office, Local Office: Waterloo DNR Wildlife Office, Size: 2,165 acres approx. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Size: 85 acres approx. Box 67, Shingleton, MI 49884; phone 906-452-6236. Cannon Creek Flooding No.1 Wildlife Management Area in Missaukee County: for day-to-day parks-and-recreation administration or questions is Local Office: Pointe Mouillee DNR Wildlife Office, Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Unadilla State Wildlife Area in Livingston and Washtenaw Counties: Just a word on a paper, but a very powerful element of landowner relations that opens doors and creates rapport, and will ultimately benefit all hunters for years to come. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Waterloo Wildlife Unit of Waterloo State Recreation Area in Jackson and Washtenaw Counties: Size: 356 acres approx. <>/Border[0 0 0]/C[0.0 0.0 1.0]/H/N/M(D:20230427235532Z)/P 4 0 R/Rect[222.0 140.706 379.86 151.343]/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> Size: 16,692 acres approx. The opening of a wildlife refuge area to hunting will be dependent upon the provisions of law applicable to the area and upon a determination by the Secretary that the opening of the area to the hunting of migratory game birds, upland game, or big game will be compatible with the principles of sound wildlife management and will otherwise be in the public interest. 6640 Long Lake Road, Route 2, Belding, MI 48809; phone 616-794-2658. visitor center phone 231-326-5134 ext.328. Local Office: Crane Pond DNR Wildlife Office, Middleville State Game Area in Barry County: No further permission is needed from the landowner to hunt these areas. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. 5100 South M-123 near M-28 (or Route 4, Box 796), Newberry, MI 49868; North Dakota Game and Fish Department100 N. Bismarck Expressway, Bismarck, ND 58501-5095Phone: 701-328-6300, Contact Us, Civil Rights | Privacy | Security | Disclaimer. Onsted State Game Area in Lenawee County: Contact (DNR): for DNR-related questions like the managed waterfowl hunt assisted by the DNR: The Platte River Recreation Access Program provides limited, walk-in public access on more than 6,200 acres of land through an online reservation system. For individual maps, click on a watershed Manistee River State Game Area in Manistee County: 2122 South M-37, Traverse City, MI 49685; phone 231-922-5280. Size: 23,154 acres approx. 13578 Seymour Road, Route 3, Grass Lake, MI 49240; phone 517-522-4097. In South Dakota, the focus is on improving water quality, reducing soil erosion and providing flood control while creating additional pheasant nesting habitat in the James River Watershed. Muskegon County Resource Recovery Center, cooperating county land in Muskegon County: small natural wetlands and grasslands within the National Wildlife Refuge System that provide breeding, resting and nesting habitat for millions of waterfowl, shorebirds, grassland birds Note: These Federal lands are managed as part of the US National Parks Sleeping Bear Dunes Size: 1,560 acres approx. This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. All hunters must possess a valid state hunting license. Local Office: Nayanquing Point DNR Wildlife Office, Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. A majority of the vegetation on BLM lands is prairie grassland or juniper woodlands. Osceola-Missaukee Grasslands SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. USGS National Map Viewer: They don't indicate property boundaries, but they do show practically everything else--including hill contours and even tiny streams. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Minden City State Game Area in Sanilac County: Much of this land is leased for agricultural use, but is open to public access. Archers may not have arrows employing such drugs in their possession on any national wildlife refuge. However, to protect these areas and their many assets, there are certain rules that all must abide by. Size: 8,411 (non-restricted area only). Local Office: Escanaba DNR Wildlife Office, Drummond Island (reference map) in Chippewa County: Useful maps for hunters include the Public Access Atlas, big game check stations, state parks and recreation areas, waterfowl zones and more (including links to some downloadable pdf maps). Size: 870 acres approx. This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Size: 2,572 acres approx. Feeding deer is not only illegal, but it can also lead to their dependence on artificial foods, the recruitment of mountain lions, the destruction of neighboring properties by deer, the increase of deer/car collisions, and the possibility of you being held legally liable. Management Plan for State-owned Lands on Northern Lake Michigan Islands. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. And most hunters hunt on private land. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Tuscola State Game Area in Tuscola County: Pentwater River State Game Area in Oceana County: More information. Size: 5,195 acres approx. 1805 South Yankee Springs Road, Middleville, MI 49333; phone 269-795-3280. EHAP areas are lands owned by private individuals that are leased for public elk hunting access by the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks. Privately owned lands, operating as working farms and ranches, leased for public hunting access by the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks primarily for field waterfowl hunting. Rose Lake State Wildlife Area meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. 4017 East Caro Road, Cass City, MI 48726; phone 989-872-5300. Box 158), Jones, MI 49061; phone 269-244-5928. Local Office: Traverse City DNR Wildlife Office, acres approx. Cusino State Wildlife Research Area in Alger County: 8100 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442; phone 248-634-0240. Box 158), Jones, MI 49061; phone 269-244-5928. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. 1805 South Yankee Springs Road, Middleville, MI 49333; phone 269-795-3280. Fabius SGA is grouped into the "Jones Area" and meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. 2023 Please view our directory listingfor general contact information. Muskrat Lake SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan a US Fish and Wildlife Service(USFWS) Information Page and Map; and a WPA Fact Sheet. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Groveland Mine Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Dickinson county, was retired/removed as unqiuely-named DNR-WLD focus area, 2020 March 03, and is now managed as part of State Forest co-management activities. Size: 152 (137 plus water) . TheSmall Game and Waterfowl GuideandBig Game Guidelists some general regulations that apply to public use of these wildlife areas, however, this is just a synopsis. Area regulations also are typically posted on-site. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Local Office: Waterloo DNR Wildlife Office, Denton Creek Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Roscommon County: Use the button above to visit the fishing home page, or go directly to your area of interest below: Get all your hunting information here, including hunting season dates, rules and regulations, and much more. Portage Marsh Wildlife Management Area in Delta County: This Designated Field Trial Area has specific rules and regulations about dog training and public land use, and which you must be aware and follow; for more information see the Wildlife Conservation Order (Chapter 8 Section 8.15 and Chapter 15), the DNR Laws and Legislations section, the section on dog training and Field Trial Areas. The majority of this land is located in the western half of the state. Many OFW sites allow these activities year-round during legal seasons. Size: 2,032 (just the wildlife unit) . 22250 Northland Drive, Paris, MI 49338; phone 231-465-4188. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE WINTER FUN HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below: Find facility info, overnight info, an event calendar and much more. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Walk-In Access (WIA): The Walk-In Access program aims to provide new hunting opportunities on private land that already is enrolled in existing conservation programs. Size: 2,313 acres approx. Generally they are less than 640 acres, but some are larger. Note: Not all lands owned by the agencies listed below are open to hunting. USACE owns and manages multiple-purpose properties in Nebraska that provide public recreation opportunities. Local Office: Newberry DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office, Sanilac Petroglyphs is shown in order to notify hunters or public land users, of it's location. Privately owned lands, operating as working farms and ranches. Additional Maps: Barry SGA Main Unit (15884 acres approx.) This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. <>/Border[0 0 0]/C[0.0 0.0 1.0]/H/N/M(D:20230427235532Z)/P 4 0 R/Rect[307.925 410.105 338.417 420.743]/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> Local Office: Cass City DNR Wildlife Office, 4017 East Caro Road, Cass City, MI 48726; phone 989-872-5300. 8015 Mackinaw Trail, Cadillac, MI 49601; phone 231-775-9727. Local Office: Gaylord DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office Gladwin FTA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. which loosely connects this area to the Gratiot-Saginaw State Game Area. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Size: 9,252 acres approx. 60887 Highway M-40, (P.O. Local Office: Newberry DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office, 7600 East Messinger Road, Twin Lake, MI 49457; phone 231-788-5055. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Unless otherwise specified, WMAs are open to hunting, fishing and trapping. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. All other access is limited to foot traffic only. 2122 South M-37, Traverse City, MI 49685; phone 231-922-5280. Saranac-Lowell SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Box 158), Jones, MI 49061; phone 269-244-5928. Bluff Creek / US-10 / M-18 Floodings Wildlife Management Area in Midland County: Provided: Area Map [PDF] 4017 East Caro Road, Cass City, MI 48726; phone 989-872-5300. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Size: 769 acres approx. . Size: 1,445 acres approx. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Find cross-country ski, ice fishing , snowmobiling info and much more. This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Fabius State Game Area in St. Joseph County: Keeler SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. 1990 South Highway US-41, Marquette, MI 49855; phone 906-228-6561. WebConsult those regulations before hunting. Grand Haven State Game Area in Ottawa County: Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Box 158), Jones, MI 49061; phone 269-244-5928. 553). (b) Each person 16 years of age and older shall secure and possess a Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp while hunting migratory waterfowl. Lands acquired as waterfowl production areas shall annually be open to the hunting of migratory game birds, upland game, and big game subject to the provisions of State law and regulations and the pertinent provisions of parts 25 through 31 of this subchapter: Provided, That all forms of hunting or entry on all or any part of individual areas may be temporarily suspended by posting upon occasions of unusual or critical conditions of, or affecting land, water, vegetation, or wildlife populations. Hunters and trappers must get permission before hunting or trapping on private land that is not part of a public access program, whether it is posted or not. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (e-CFR), CHAPTER I - UNITED STATES FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, SUBCHAPTER C - THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Local Office: Gaylord DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office, This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Local Office: Muskegon DNR Wildlife Office, Keeler State Game Area in Van Buren County: Local Office: Rose Lake DNR Wildlife Office, Size: 5,776 (just the wildlife unit) . The atlas contains maps and information on South Dakota's Walk-In Areas, Game Production Areas (GPAs), Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs), School and PublicLands, National Forests and Grasslands,Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands and other lands open to public hunting. Martiny Lake SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Size: 2,482 acres approx. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. law enforcement, legislation, rules and regulations, Accessible recreation opportunities in Michigan, All DNR-related boards, committees, and advisory groups, Find seasonal, part-time and full-time job openings with the DNR, information about volunteer and donation opportunities. Provided: Area Map [PDF].
