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Waterfowl hunting at sunset
Accepting Public Comments on Proposed Hunting and Fishing Program Changes

The FWS is seeking public review and comment on the proposed opening or expansion of hunting and/or fishing. The public is invited to review the draft documents, including draft plan(s), compatibility determination(s) as appropriate, and environmental compliance documentation. The draft documents are available through the Federal Register docket number: FWS–HQ–NWRS–2026–1223.

The comment period on the proposed hunting and sport fishing regulations across Service-managed lands and waters will stay open for 30-days from May 27 through June 26, 2026. Please submit your comments directly through the Federal Register. 

The comment period on the Environmental Assessment for actions at this field station will stay open for 30 days from May 27 through June 27, 2026. Please submit your comments via email to [email protected] with the name of the refuge or hatchery in the subject line.

Visit Us

National Wildlife Refuge System lands offer us a chance to unplug from the stresses of daily life and reconnect with our natural surroundings. Spring and summer at Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge are great for wildlife viewing, photography, fishing, and non-motorized boating. In fall and winter, many visitors enjoy hunting, snowshoeing, and ice fishing. 

Activities

Recreational opportunities are available year-round at Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge, depending on your interest. The most prominent public uses at the refuge are hunting, fishing, wildlife viewing, and photography.

Hunting
Fishing
Auto tour
Wildlife watching
Birding
Ice fishing
Photography

Other Facilities in the Complex

Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge is managed as part of the Eastern North Dakota Complex. A National Wildlife Refuge Complex is an administrative grouping of two or more refuges, wetland management districts or other refuge conservation areas that are primarily managed from a central office location. Refuges are grouped into a complex structure because they occur in a similar ecological region, such as a watershed or specific habitat type, and have a related purpose and management needs. Typically, a project leader or complex manager oversees the general management of all refuges within the complex and refuge managers are responsible for operations at specific refuges or wetland management districts. Support staff may include administrative personnel, law enforcement, refuge manager, biological, and fire staff that are centrally located and support all stations within the complex. 

Waterfowl on a pond in the Prairie Pothole Region
Arrowwood Wetland Management District
Arrowwood Wetland Management District was established in 1961 as a breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife. Managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the District helps conserve wildlife on more than 35,000 acres of land in the heart of the Prairie Pothole Region. These pristine...
National Wildlife Refuge
Pingree,ND
a large group of big white birds with large yellow bills and throat pouches gather in green foliage.
Chase Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Chase Lake National Wildlife Refuge is home to one of North America's largest nesting colonies of American white pelicans - nearly one-third of the continental population of these birds nest at this Refuge. The nesting colony fluctuates year to year anywhere from 4,000 to 35,000 birds.
National Wildlife Refuge
Woodworth,ND
Thunderstorm over prairie wetlands in North Dakota
Chase Lake Wetland Management District
Chase Lake Wetland Management District is located in the famous "Prairie Pothole Region," an area with many small wetlands and a key area for breeding waterfowl in North America. Managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the District helps protect more than 140,00 acres of wetland and...
National Wildlife Refuge
Woodworth,ND
pair of northern shovelers wading in shallow water
Devils Lake Wetland Management District
Covering eight counties in northeastern North Dakota, the Devils Lake Wetland Management District helps protect more than 258,000 acres of wetland and grassland habitat. Managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service, the District lands and waters benefit numerous migratory birds and resident...
National Wildlife Refuge
Devils Lake,ND
A group of 4 ruddy turnstones standing on a rock at the waters edge.
Kellys Slough National Wildlife Refuge
Kellys Slough National Wildlife Refuge was established to develop and manage a system of wetlands and grasslands unique to the Red River Valley of North Dakota. The Refuge contains an intermittent stream and pools of water that flows into the Turtle River, a tributary of the Red River. Located...
National Wildlife Refuge
Devils Lake,ND
lesser scaup taking off from the water
Lake Alice National Wildlife Refuge
Located in North Dakota, Lake Alice National Wildlife Refuge serves as a waterfowl concentration point during spring and fall migrations, when tens of thousands of ducks and geese using the Refuge and surrounding lands. Large numbers of wading and marsh birds are also present during the summer...
National Wildlife Refuge
Devils Lake,ND
large flock of snow geese
Tewaukon National Wildlife Refuge
Supplied with water from the meandering Wild Rice River, the large wetlands at Tewaukon National Wildlife Refuge attract hundreds of thousands of migratory waterfowl during spring and fall migration. The amazing flights of thousands of waterfowl, shorebirds, and wading birds are visible on the...
National Wildlife Refuge
Cayuga,ND
Three ring-necked ducks swimming along brown cattails; two drakes, one hen
Tewaukon Wetland Management District
Tewaukon Wetland Management District lies on the western edge of the northern tallgrass prairie and within the heart of the Prairie Pothole Region. The Prairie Pothole Region is named for its many small wetlands that resemble potholes. Located in southeastern North Dakota, the District helps...
National Wildlife Refuge
Cayuga,ND
Drake blue-winged teal swimming on the water
Valley City Wetland Management District
Valley City Wetland Management District (Valley City WMD ) helps conserve wildlife habitat on more than 89,000 acres that benefit migratory birds, wildlife, and provide recreational opportunities for people. The Prairie Pothole Region is named for its many small wetlands that resemble potholes;...
National Wildlife Refuge
Valley City,ND
Bison with calf
White Horse Hill National Game Preserve
Since 1904, White Horse Hill National Game Preserve has played an important role in the conservation of American bison. In addition to the highly visible bison, elk and prairie dogs the game preserve helps to conserve, visitors also can find numerous other species of land animals and more than 214...
National Wildlife Refuge
St. Michael,ND

Rules and Policies

To ensure your safety and protect wildlife and habitat, please adhere to the following regulations. 

Locations

Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge
(701) 285-3341
7780 10th Street SEPingree,ND58476-9511
Hours
Visitor Center/Office Hours
Mon-Fri, Except Federal Holidays
7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Refuge Hours
Open Daily
1 1/2 Hours Before Sunrise - 1 1/2 Hours After Sunset