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Fox River National Wildlife Refuge

Endeavor, Michigan · Marquette County

Fox River National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 1,054 acres of wetland and upland habitat along the Fox River in Marquette County, Wisconsin. The refuge is closed to the public with the exception of licensed deer hunters during designated time periods of the deer archery and gun seasons.

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About Fox River National Wildlife Refuge

Fox River National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 1,054 acres of wetland and upland habitat along the Fox River in Marquette County, Wisconsin. The refuge is closed to the public with the exception of licensed deer hunters during designated time periods of the deer archery and gun seasons.

How to Get There

From Portage, take Highway 33 east to County Highway F north; from Montello, take Highway 22 south to County Highway F south. Refuge is on west side of County Highway F, across from John Muir County Park.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Fox River National Wildlife Refuge

Heading to Fox River 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 Fox River National Wildlife Refuge?

No central reservation system listed for Fox River National Wildlife Refuge. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/1399) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Fox River National Wildlife Refuge?

From Portage, take Highway 33 east to County Highway F north; from Montello, take Highway 22 south to County Highway F south. Refuge is on west side of County Highway F, across from John Muir County Park.

How do I contact Fox River National Wildlife Refuge?

You can reach the park at phone: 920-387-2658 or email: foxriver@fws.gov.