Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge

Thousands of mallards flying through flooded timber has traditionally made Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge a major waterfowl hunting destination. The refuge is a popular destination for those who want a remote hunting experience in bottomland hardwood forests. Additionally, many hunters...

Due to its bountiful water resources, the refuge is a popular destination for sport fishing, crawfishing, and frogging. Largemouth bass, crappie, bream, and catfish are some of the most popular gamefish that occur within refuge waters. Anglers have access to several improved boat ramps and...

Visitors have access to ten different primitive camping areas on the refuge. No reservations or fees are required. Camping area entrances are marked by signs, and boundaries are marked with orange paint.Camping is permitted only within the designated primitive camping areas, and in conjunction...

Check out our Trails page to find out more about the hiking opportunities found on the Refuge. 

Boats provide the best way to see many refuges. Visitors have access to several improved boat ramps throughout the refuge. Visit the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s website for the most up-to-date information on boating laws within the state of Arkansas or for information about boat...

Many Fish and Wildlife Service sites make great destinations for canoeing or kayaking. Felsenthal NWR offers three self-guided water trails for visitors to explore and enjoy. 

Paddling: There are three self-guided paddle trails within the refuge that offer...

Whether you wield a smartphone or a zoom lens, you’ll find photo-worthy subjects at national wildlife refuges and national fish hatcheries. Wildlife photography is one of the priority public uses on National Wildlife Refuges.We recommend visiting our hiking trails or water trails for photography...

Felsenthal NWR has been recognized by the National Audubon Society as a globally Important Bird Area. The refuge lies within the Mississippi Flyway, a major migration pathway in North America used by vast numbers of waterfowl, shorebirds, neotropical songbirds, and raptors. Waterfowl begin...

Refuges provide unique and exciting outdoor classrooms and are excellent locations for hands-on learning activities. Felsenthal welcomes school groups and others interested in environmental education. School field trips and classroom visits are accommodated through tours, hikes, pond studies,...