Fish & Wildlife Properties
Pigeon River Fish and Wildlife Area was established in 1956 when three impoundments in the Pigeon River Valley were given to the state. These included Mongo, Nasby and Ontario reservoirs. Since then the state has acquired additional land along the river valley. The Pigeon River Country State Forest is a rugged 105,049-acre tract located 20 miles north of Gaylord and occupying the high central plateau of the Lower Peninsula.
The Division of Fish & Wildlife manages public lands so Indiana's fish, wildlife, and habitats can thrive and benefit present and future generations of Hoosiers. These public lands provide excellent opportunities for hunting, fishing, and shooting sports. Wildlife viewing, walking, and enjoying scenic views are other ways to enjoy your visit. Camping is also an option at Glendale, J.E. Roush Lake, and Willow Slough Fish & Wildlife Areas. Interested in volunteering at a property? Call a property office near you to learn more.
Properties
- Fish & Wildlife Areas
- Healthy Rivers INitiative Properties
- State Fish Hatcheries
Plan your visit
Enjoy a number of activities. Most activities are available at all Fish & Wildlife Areas. If you're interested in shooting sports, fishing, or watercraft activities, please know that only some properties can accommodate those activities. Interested in learning about Indiana's sport fish? Visit one of our state fish hatcheries for a tour.
Prepare for your visit. Along with any activity-specific gear, remember to bring a trash bag, water, hand sanitizer, soap, and paper towels with you.
Know where you're going. If this is your first visit, consider calling the property office. Property staff will help you find the best location on the property for your activities. Property maps can be found online and in the property office. Office hours, contact information, and rules are found on property-specific pages.
Think about an alternative location for fun. You may arrive and find that parking lots are full. Select an alternative location ahead of time so you'll still be able to get out and have fun safely.
Practice responsible recreation
Responsible recreation means that each of us does our part to keep properties healthy, beautiful, and safe for Hoosiers and Indiana's fish and wildlife.
Carry out your trash. Bring a bag to carry out your trash and keep Indiana's public lands beautiful and fish and wildlife healthy.
Enjoy the outdoors safely. Follow these safety measures to help all visitors have a relaxing and enjoyable time:
- Practice social distancing.
- Park only in designated areas.
- Drive 30 mph or less on property roads.
- Use only designated shooting ranges for target or recreational shooting.
Pigeon River Michigan
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Hunting and Fishing Information
Pigeon River State Forest
DNR Shooting Ranges
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has adjusted services, events and operations to protect Hoosiers and prevent further spread of COVID-19. Please visit on.IN.gov/dnrcovid19 for a listing of what is open, closed, restricted and canceled.
Pigeon River State Game Area
Normal range hours may be adjusted due to severe weather conditions.
Abia State
| Range | Type | Hours | Fee? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atterbury FWA 812-526-6552 | Archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun, trap, skeet | Open by appointment only May 15-17; call to make an appointment. Regular hours to resume beginning the week of May 18. Call range or visit website for more information. | Y |
| Brookville Lake 765-647-2657 | Archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun | Open: Dec. 2-15, Tuesday-Sunday, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. ET Dec. 16 - March 31: First Saturday and Sunday of every month, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. ET. Fee - $2 per person (cash or check only). For questions, please contact us at the Brookville Lake Office (765-647-2657) or the Whitewater Memorial State Park Office (765-458-5565). | Y |
Cecil M. Harden Lake | Archery | Daily: Sunrise - sunset. | N |
| Clark State Forest 812-294-4306 | Rifle, shotgun, handgun | Monday and Thursday: Noon - sunset. | Y |
| Crosley FWA 812-346-5596 | Archery, rifle, handgun | Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET, Wednesday – Sunday Archery Range: Open daily sunrise to sunset | N |
| Deer Creek FWA 765-276-3032 | Rifle, shotgun, handgun | Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET, Wednesday – Sunday Winter Hours for January and February | Y |
Hardy Lake | Archery | Daily: Sunrise - sunset. | N |
| J.E. Roush Lake 260-468-2416 260-468-2165 | Archery, rifle, shotgun handgun | Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET, Wednesday – Sunday | Y |
Jackson-Washington State Forest | Archery | Daily: Sunrise - Sunset. | N |
Jasper-Pulaski FWA | Archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun | Open: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. CT (9 a.m.-5 p.m. ET), Wednesday – Sunday Archery Range: Open daily sunrise to sunset | N |
Kingsbury FWA | Archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun | Open 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. CT, Wednesday – Sunday Winter Hours for January & February Archery Range: Open daily sunrise to sunset | Y |
Mississinewa Lake | Archery (field point only) | Daily: Sunrise - Sunset. Standard entrance fee. | N |
Patoka Lake | Archery | Daily: Sunrise - Sunset. | N |
Pigeon River FWA | Archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun | Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET, Friday – Tuesday Winter Hours for January and February Archery Range: Open daily sunrise to sunset | N |
| Sugar Ridge FWA 812-789-2724 | Archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun | Area 1 Shotgun Range and Area 3 Shooting Range Archery Range: Open daily sunrise to sunset | N |
| Tri-County FWA 574-834-4461 | Archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun | Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET, Wednesday – Sunday Winter Hours for January & February Archery Range: Open daily sunrise to sunset | N |
Wilbur Wright FWA | Archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun | Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET, Wednesday – Sunday Winter Hours for January and February Archery Range: Open daily sunrise to sunset | N |
Willow Slough FWA | Archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun | Open: March 1- Nov. 30: Open: Dec. 1-Feb 28 (29): | Y |
| Winamac FWA 574-946-4422 | Archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun | Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET, Friday – Tuesday Winter Hours for January and February Archery Range: Open daily sunrise to sunset | N |
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