Trails
The refuge maintains one trail and several roads in units accessible by land, offering a bounty of wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. The Kuralt Trail is a 0.65 mile one-way gravel-surface trail; in addition, the dirt Conine North and Askew East and West roads on either side of Highway 13/17 are open for hiking and walking. There are no designated parking areas on the dirt roads. Park in a way that does not block the gate.
Note that the refuge is subject to closure for managed hunts during certain times of the year. Contact the refuge headquarters for hunt dates and closure information. Refuge trails and roads occasionally flood. Bring appropriate footwear and clothing for muddy conditions. Roads and trails may be impassable at times.
The trailhead is located on our Conine Island Tract, off US Hwy 13/17 N just past the Roanoke River Bridge outside of Williamston. Traveling US Hwy 13/17 S you would need to cross the bridge, turn around, and come back as there is no access to the trail from the southbound lane of the highway.
The Kuralt Trail occasionally floods. Bring appropriate footwear and clothing for muddy conditions. The trail may be impassable at times.
Note that the refuge is subject to closure for managed hunts during certain times of the year. Contact the refuge headquarters for hunt dates and closure information.