Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge

WMA Overview

Size: 9347 acres
Location: Graves, Marshall & McCracken
Contact: (270) 527-5770
Elevation: minimum feet, maximum feet.
Entrance GPS coordinates: Latitude N 36.8795, Longitude W -88.3444
Area Habitat: open land 12.82%, forest 26.95%, wetland 59.79%, open water 0.32%.

Regulations

Spring Hunting: Open under statewide regulations, except:

  • Squirrel Hunting: May only use nontoxic shot. The use of centerfire weapons is prohibited.
  • Turkey Hunting: No bonus birds. Must use statewide turkey permit.

Refuge permits are required for anyone required to have a hunting license and is engaged in hunting activities on the Refuge. The free permit should be obtained and signed before arriving.

Visit the Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge page or call (270-527-5770) for full hunting details.

Directions & Description

Along a 40-mile stretch of Clarks River; nearest town is Benton. No established roads or trails. Clarks River is the only National Wildlife Refuge located entirely within Kentucky. Land is still being purchased to complete projected size of 18,000 acres. Hunting, fishing, wildlife viewing. Owned by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 91 U.S. Hwy. 641 North, Benton, KY 42025