FAQs

Are areas of the park off limits to deer hunting?: Yes. Come to the check station and we will identify areas that are off limits to deer hunting. Most of these areas that are close to waterfowl hunting areas. Also some areas may allow hunting with only certain equipment.

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Whitetail Hunting

1. Do I have to pay in addition to my Indiana Hunting license?: Yes. A $20 permit fee is required for each season and covers you until the season closes or you have filled your tag. This means that if you wish to hunt during the archery season you pay $20. This fee will cover you until the end of the season if you do not harvest an animal. Once an animal is harvested you must pay an additional $20 if you want to continue hunting during archery season. You are allowed to harvest a total of two deer during the Archery season. If you wish to hunt during muzzleloader or firearms season you need to pay an additional $20 per season.

2. Do I need a hunting license to hunt at the Park?: Yes. Always make sure you purchase the correct hunting license for the correct season. Park does not honor urban licenses. However you can hunt with a bundle license sold by the state.

3. Do you have a special antlerless season?: No. Hunting pressure at the park is sufficient without the need for a special season.

4. How many deer can I harvest at the park?: Four in total. Two during archery, one during firearms, and one during muzzleloader. With no more than one being an antlered deer. Also firearms season at the park is antlered deer only.

5. Are areas of the park off limits to deer hunting?: Yes. Come to the check station and we will identify areas that are off limits to deer hunting. Most of these areas that are close to waterfowl hunting areas. Also some areas may allow hunting with only certain equipment.

6. Do I have to walk to my stand?: Yes, but there are parking areas located within the park that you are allowed to drive to. Maps located in the cabin will highlight the parking areas.

7. Is there a draw every day?: Only if number of hunters out-numbers allowed per hunting area at 5 a.m. After that we will operate on a first come first served basis. Hunters are expected to be respectful to other hunters when it comes to check in and check out time. There is no charge to draw.

8. Can I hunt with a rifle or hand gun?: No. Only shotguns and muzzleloaders are allowed during the firearm season.