About Bald Knob National Wildlife Refuge
Bald Knob National Wildlife Refuge (NWR), located near the small town of Bald Knob in White County, Arkansas, was established in 1993 to protect and provide feeding and resting areas for migratory waterfowl. The Service’s Final Environmental Assessment and land protection plan for the refuge stated the purpose for acquisition “is for preservation of winter habitat for lesser-snow geese, Canada geese, mallards, pintail, blue-winged teal, and wood ducks.” The refuge annually hosts the largest populations of wintering pintail in the state and is a crucial staging area for pintail migrating to the coastal areas of Louisiana and eastern Texas.Bald Knob NWR encompasses approximately 15,000 acres of forested wetlands and croplands. Lying along the Little Red River and adjacent to the Henry Gray Hurricane Lake State Wildlife Management Area, this refuge is an important link in protecting wildlife and its habitat.Bald Knob NWR has been named as an “Important Birding Area” by the Audubon Arkansas Board of Directors.
How to Get There
Take US-167/US-67 to Bald Knob, AR. Take exit 55 to US 64 East, continue on to US 167 South for approximately 1 mile. Turn left on to Hickory street to Coal Chute Road and follow it south for approximately 3 miles.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Bald Knob National Wildlife Refuge
Heading to Bald Knob National Wildlife Refuge? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Bald Knob National Wildlife Refuge?
No central reservation system listed for Bald Knob National Wildlife Refuge. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/1286) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Bald Knob National Wildlife Refuge?
Take US-167/US-67 to Bald Knob, AR. Take exit 55 to US 64 East, continue on to US 167 South for approximately 1 mile. Turn left on to Hickory street to Coal Chute Road and follow it south for approximately 3 miles.
How do I contact Bald Knob National Wildlife Refuge?
You can reach the park at phone: 501-724-2458 or email: baldknob@fws.gov.
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