Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge is situated along the Pee Dee River in Anson and Richmond Counties, North Carolina. The refuge provides wintering habitat for migratory waterfowl and other wildlife. Wintering waterfowl numbers fluctuate greatly, but can exceed 10,000 birds yearly. The refuge also supports a small population of wintering Southern James Bay Canada geese.
Hunting at Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in North Carolina. Published by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS).
Pee Dee NWR
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/pee_dee
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Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge is situated along the Pee Dee River in Anson and Richmond Counties, North Carolina. The refuge provides wintering habitat for migratory waterfowl and other wildlife. Wintering waterfowl numbers fluctuate greatly, but can exceed 10,000 birds yearly. The refuge also supports a small population of wintering Southern James Bay Canada geese.
Pee Dee
National Wildlife Refuge
5770 Highway 52 North
Wadesboro, NC 28170
704/694 4424
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
1 800/344 WILD
http://www.fws.gov
photo: Donna Dewhurst
September 2019
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Pee Dee
National Wildlife
Refuge
Pee Dee is one of over
560 refuges in the
This blue goose,
designed by
“Ding” Darling,
has become a
symbol of the
Refuge System.
National Wildlife
Refuge System, which
is the world’s most
outstanding network
to wildlife. Refuges
provide habitat for
over 280 endangered
and threatened species
as well as hundreds of
other birds, mammals,
reptiles, amphibians,
fish, insects and plants.
photo: Gary Stolz
of lands dedicated
Canada goose
Welcome to your
National Wildlife Refuge
Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge is
located in both Anson and Richmond
Counties in south-central North
Carolina just six miles north of
Wadesboro. Situated in the Triassic
Basin of the lower piedmont, the
refuge’s 8,500 acres of rolling hills
covered with pines and hardwoods
gently slope to the broad flood plain
of the Pee Dee River. This area is
surrounded by development with
over six million people from Charlotte
to Raleigh. The refuge is an active
partner in efforts to maintain the
natural heritage of this area.
Part of a Network of
Lands — Born of
Necessity, Managed
with Care
Pee Dee is one of
over 560 refuges
in the National
Wildlife Refuge
System, which
is the world’s
most outstanding
network of lands
dedicated to
wildlife. Refuges
provide habitat for over 280
endangered and threatened species
as well as hundreds of other birds,
mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish,
insects and plants.
The National Wildlife Refuge System,
first started in 1903 by President
“Teddy” Roosevelt, is managed by the
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and
encompasses over 150 million acres
across the nation.
History
The Pee Dee refuge is close to the
once famous “Lockhart Gaddy’s Wild
Goose Refuge,” located in Ansonville,
North Carolina. Lockhart Gaddy, a
one-time avid goose hunter, turned
friend of the geese in the fall of 1934.
Eastern bluebird
Dogwood blooms
In the 1960’s numbers of both geese
and ducks began to decline in southcentral North Carolina. Fortunately,
lands adjacent to the Pee Dee River
and Brown Creek offered excellent
potential for waterfowl habitat
development. With local and State
support, the Pee Dee National
Wildlife Refuge was established in
October, 1963, to provide wintering
habitat for migratory waterfowl.
The original purpose for which the
refuge was established was “…for
use as an inviolate sanctuary, or for
any other management purpose for
migratory birds.” Through new laws
and executive orders, the mission
of the refuge continues to expand.
The National Wildlife Refuge
System Improvement Act of 1997
Act states the “big six” public use
objectives. Through this executive
order the refuge offers the following
opportunities to develop appreciation
for fish and wildlife; hunting, fishing,
wildlife observation and photography,
environmental education and
interpretation.
Wildlife Habitats
The variety of
habitats on the
refuge supports
a diversity
of wildlife
species. The
refuge contains
3,000 acres
of contiguous
bottomland
hardwood forest
along Brown
Creek. This area forms the core of
the largest bottomland hardwood
tract left in the Piedmont of North
Carolina. A 2,000 acre tract along
Brown Creek and Thoroughfare
Creek bottoms has been deemed a
Significant Natural Heritage Area
and is listed in the North Carolina
Natural Heritage Program.
The refuge also contains about 1,200
acres of upland pine forest and an
approximate 4,300 acre mosaic of
croplands, old fields, moist-soil units,
and mixed pine-hardwood forest that
intermingle with creeks, ponds, lakes
and the Pee Dee River. Reforestation
efforts in the old fields have provided
habitats essential for many species of
wildlife.
Waterfowl
photos: Gene Nieminen
Dave Menke
By the early 1950’s the flock had
grown to an estimated 10,000 Canada
geese and 1,000 wild ducks spending
the winter at the world’s most
unusual goose refuge. Visitors from
47 states and 11 foreign countries
signed the guest book in 1952. The
tradition continued each year from
1934, with the first birds arriving
each October flying with the full
moon, and departing in mid-March.
The Gaddy Goose Pond was closed
to the public in 1975 after the deaths
of both Mr. and Mrs. Gaddy. The
pond currently remains closed to the
public.
photo: Ginger Corbin
Using his four live decoys to attract
the wild geese to his one acre pond,
Mr. Gaddy was both surprised and
delighted to see his decoys attract
nine wild Canada geese. This was
the beginning of the “Gaddy’s Goose
Pond,” as it is known today.
Mallards
Wildlife on the Refuge
Peak populations of waterfowl in the
fall and winter can exceed 10,000
birds, with the majority being
mallards, ring-necked ducks and wood
ducks. Other ducks often seen are the
American wigeon,
Northern pintail,
gadwall, greenwinged teal and
bl
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Pee Dee
National Wildlife Refuge
photo: USFWS
Refuge Facts
■ Established: 1963.
photo: USFWS
photo: USFWS
■
Mechanical and chemical control of
noxious plants.
Acres: 8,443.
■
Located in Anson and Richmond
counties of North Carolina.
■
Deer management with public
hunting.
■
Other management: 21
conservation easements in seven
counties.
■
Educational/interpretation.
■
Law enforcement.
Location: the refuge is located
seven miles north of Wadesboro,
NC on U.S. Highway 52.
■
Partnerships.
Natural History
■ The Pee Dee NWR is part of
the Savannah-Santee-Pee Dee
Ecosystem.
■
■
The diversity of habitats and
management programs supports
a broad range of wildlife species,
including over 180 birds, 49
amphibians and reptiles, 28
mammals, and 20 fish species.
The refuge lands are comprised
of 3,000 acres of bottomland
hardwoods, 1,200 acres of upland
pine forest; and 4,300 acres of
croplands, old fields, moist soil
units and mixed pine hardwoods.
Financial Impact of Refuge
■ Five-person staff.
■
photo: USFWS
Prescribed fire.
■
■
JD Bricken, Refuge Manager
Pee Dee NWR
Route 1, Box 92
Wadesboro, NC 28170
Phone: 704/694 4424
Fax: 704/694 6570
E-mail: r4rw_nc.ped@fws.gov
■
35,000 visitors annually.
Refuge Objectives
■ Habitat and Wildlife Management
(including migratory birds and
endangered species)
■
Resource Protection (including law
enforcement and partnerships)
■
Visitor Services (including hunting,
fishing, wildlife observation,
photography, education and
interpretation)
■
Refuge Administration (including
studies, staffing and facilities
management)
Management Tools
■ Water management for waterfowl.
■
Cooperative farming.
Public Use Opportunities
■ Trails/hiking.
■
Auto tour routes.
■
Fishing.
■
Observation towers.
■
Wildlife observation.
■
Photography.
■
Hunting.
■
Fishing.
■
Bird watching.
Calendar
January-February: waterfowl
observation, Christmas Bird Count.
May: Migratory Bird Day.
June: National Fishing Week.
September: mourning dove hunts,
archery hunts for deer.
October: National Wildlife Refuge
Week, raccoon and opossum hunts,
muzzleloader hunting for deer,
modern gun hunts for deer..
November: Quail hunting.
December: squirrel hunting, archery
hunts for deer.
Questions and Answers
When is the Environmental
Education Center going to be built at
Pee Dee?
When funding is obtained.
Can you hunt and fish on the refuge?
Yes, during the special seasons, with
the required permits.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Is the refuge open to the public?
Yes. The purpose of the refuge is to
protect wildlife habitat and provide
outdoor public use opportunities
including hunting, fishing, wildlife
observation, photography,
environmental education and
interpretation.
Why don’t we see any wild animals?
The animals are wild and live in their
natural habitat.
What is a refuge?
Pee Dee is one of over 500 refuges in
the United States established for the
preservation of wildlife and habitat.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Welcome to Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge
Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge
Legend
Ross Pond Road
Observation
Parking Lot
Refuge Headquarters & Check Station
Restrooms
Friends Building
Wetlands Boardwalk
Brown Creek Trail
Tall Pines Nature Trail
County Road
Refuge Road
State or US Highway
Rivers and Streams
Waterbodies
Natural Gas Pipelines
Open Fields
Flooded Waterfowl Impoundments
Areas closed to All Access 11/25-3/14
Areas Closed to Hunting
Pee Dee Wildlife Refuge
Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge is one of more
than 565 National Wildlife Refuges in the United
Brown Creek
States. Situated adjacent to the Pee Dee River,
the Refuge includes 8,500 acres in Anson and
Richmond counties of North Carolina. The U.S.
Brown Creek
Brown Creek
GTR Road
Fish and Wildlife Service administers the Refuge
Green Tree Reservoir
(Flooded Seasonally)
and is responsible for conserving, protecting and
enhancing the nation’s fish, wildlife and plants
Wildlife Drive
Sullivan
Pond
and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the
Sullivan
Impoundment
Wildlife Drive
GTR Road
American people.
Conservation and Recreation
In 1963, Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge
was established for the purpose of providing
a sanctuary for migratory waterfowl.
Protecting wildlife and managing their
habitats is our number one goal at Pee Dee
Refuge. However, providing recreational
opportunities is a priority as well. For this
reason, we provide opportunities for hunting,
fishing, wildlife observation, photography,
environmental education and interpretation.
We want you to visit and enjoy your National
Wildlife Refuge.
This Map
This map serves as a tool to help you
navigate the refuge. It delineates roads,
trails, landmarks and boundaries. Although
this map is to scale and quite accurate,
remember that while visiting you are
responsible for adhering to all regulations
and posted signs.
Public Use and Hunting Regulations
The refuge is open daily, but is closed at
night. The refuge is closed from one hour
after sunset until one hour before sunrise.
The Refuge Public Use Regulations and
Hunting Permit brochure is published
annually, and is available for free at
the refuge office and several kiosks. It
includes a map and regulations regarding
access, hunting dates, bag limits and
closed areas. Small game and archery
hunters must sign and possess this
permit while in the field. Hunters must
also have a valid state hunting license.
Turkey and firearms deer hunting requires a
drawn quota hunt permit. Contact the refuge
office for quota hunt applications.
Wildlife Drive
Hurricane Creek
Tall Pines Road
Fishing Regulations
The Refuge Fishing Permit is also free. It
includes fishing regulations and dates for
refuge waters. Anglers must possess a signed
Fishing Permit and a valid state fishing
license while fishing on the refuge.
Contact Information
If you need additional information, please
visit our website or contact the refuge office
at 704/694 4424.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge
5770 U.S. Highway 52 N
Wadesboro, NC 28170
704/694 4424
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/pee_dee/
GTR Road
Dennis Road - 1649
Trench Road
Dennis Road - 1649
Little Duncan
Road - 1648
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Dunlap Road-1632
Pressley
Creek
Pee Dee
River
Ansonville
Leaks
Ferry
Road
Pressley
Creek
Canal
Branch Goose
Pond
Road
1635
52
Gaddy’s
Goose Pond
(closed to
public)
Palmetto
Branch
Kurstin
Road-1633
Pinkston
River
Road-1627
Stutts
Redfield
Road
River
Road
Griffin
Road
Beaver
Lodge
Lane
Beaver
Pond
Road
Gaddy
Bridge
V Ditch
Road
Ross
Pond
Sullivan
Impoundment
Sullivan
Pond
Wildlife Tall
Drive
Pines
Road
Trench
Road
Griffin
Road
Cemetery
Road
Andrews
Pond
Road
Big Oak
Road
Ross
Pond
Road
109
Grassy Island
Road-1634
Flat
Fork
Creek
General Smith
Road-1651
Little
Pond
Dennis
Road-1649
Pinkston
River
Road-1627
Dennis
Road
1650
Flat Fork
Creek
Pleasant Grove
Church Road-1649
Pee Dee
National Wildlife Refuge
Dennis
Road-1650
Hurricane
Creek
Duncan
Road-1648
Brown
Creek
Pinkston
River
Road-1627
Green Tree
Reservoir
(Flooded
Seasonally)
GTR
Road
Matthew
Street
Observation
Parking Lot
Refuge Headquarters & Check Station
Restrooms
Friends Building
Canoe Launch
Bridge
Main Gate
Seasonally Closed Gate
Wetlands Boardwalk
Nature Trails
County Road
Refuge Road
State or US Highway
Rivers and Streams
Waterbodies
Natural Gas Pipelines
Open Fields
Flooded Waterfowl Impoundments
Areas Closed to All Access 11/25-3/14
Areas Closed to Hunting
Areas Closed to Hunting 11/25-3/14
Pee Dee Wildlife Refuge
Big Oak
Road
Brown
Creek
Wildlife
Drive
52 Dennis
Road-1649
Arrowhead
Lake
Pee Dee
River
Anson
County
Anson
Access
Road
Arrowhead
Road
Clark
Road
Redhouse
Road
Richmond
County
Thoroughfare
Creek
Rodgers
Road
Grassy Island
Road-1634
Pinkston
River
Road-1627
Palmetto
Branch
Goulds
Fork
Ridge
Road
Andrews
Pond
Ross Road
Brown
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Pee Dee
National Wildlife Refuge
Bird List
photo: Dr. William C. Alexander
Welcome to Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge! The
refuge, located in the southern Piedmont of North
Carolina, consists of 8,443 acres of pine and hardwood
covered rolling hills sloping gently to the broad
bottomland hardwood forest of Brown Creek and the
floodplains of the Pee Dee River. The river flows through
the refuge for nearly five miles between Anson and
Richmond counties. Headquarters is located on US
Highway 52, seven miles north of Wadesboro, NC.
Near the current refuge was the once famous “Lockhart
Gaddy Wild Goose Refuge.” Mr. Gaddy was an avid goose
hunter of the Pee Dee River valley, but in 1934 he decided
he would rather provide food, shelter and sanctuary for
these magnificent, migratory, Southern James Bay
Canada Geese. By the early 1950’s, his flock had grown to
about 10,000. His refuge was closed to the public after Mr.
Gaddy’s death. In the early 1960’s, the numbers of
waterfowl in south central NC began to decline. The lands
bordering the Pee Dee River and Brown Creek had great
potential for waterfowl habitat development. In October
1963, with local and state support, the Pee Dee National
Wildlife Refuge was established to provide habitat for
migrating waterfowl. It is currently the only National
Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina’s Piedmont region. In
2001, Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge was designated an
Important Bird Area by the National Audubon Society by
qualifying under winter waterfowl abundance of over
10,000 birds.
Pee Dee NWR consists of a variety of habitats supporting
a wide diversity of birds and other wildlife. Brown Creek’s
floodplain contains a regionally significant bottomland
hardwood forest, including nearly 3,000 acres. This
mature hardwood community is the best example of its
kind in the southern Piedmont of NC (NC Natural
Heritage Program). There are also about 1,200 acres of
upland pine forest and a 4,300 acre mosaic of crop land, old
fields, moist-soil units and mixed pine-hardwood forests
that intermingle with creeks, pristine ponds and the Pee
Dee River.
The refuge provides interesting birding throughout the
year. Waterfowl abound in flooded farm fields and raptors
are also abundant in the winter. Brushy fields provide
prime sparrow habitat. Though not in the heart of a
migration path, considerable numbers of migrating
songbirds pass through the refuge in both Spring and Fall.
There are a number of interesting breeding species such
as Blue Grosbeak, Hooded Warbler, Woodthrush, and
Summer Tanager. The refuge formerly was home to the
endangered Red-cockaded Woodpecker. The last of this
species on the refuge was a male that died in the winter of
2000. Suitable habitat remains and hopefully, Red-
cockadeds may again be seen in the future . Bald Eagles
from several nearby nest sites are frequently seen soaring
over the refuge.
There are many good birding sites on the refuge. The
Wildlife Drive behind headquarters is a good start. You
can access two nature trails from the drive. Other good
spots include the Gaddy’s Covered Bridge Trail and
Arrowhead Lake. Keep in mind that some areas are
closed seasonally. The refuge is also closed to public
entry during gun hunts for deer. Consult the current
refuge general brochure and hunting regulations for
maps and closure information.
For further information contact:
Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge
Route 1, Box 92
Highway 52 North
Wadesboro, North Carolina 28170
704/694 4424
The checklist includes 188 species found with varying
regularity on the refuge, 18 accidentals reported only once
or twice and 92 breeding/probable breeding species. The
list is a work-in-progress. The refuge staff welcomes
information on any sightings of “O”, “R”, or accidental
species or any species not included in either list.
Seasonal Appearance:
Spring (Sp)..............................................................March-May
Summer (S)............................................................June-August
Fall (F)...................................................September-November
Winter (W)...............................................December-February
Seasonal Abundance
(A) Abundant A common species that should be seen
in numbers on each visit
(C) Common -
Always present and certain to be seen
in suitable habitat
(U) Uncommon - Generally present but not certain to be
seen on each visit
(O) Occasional -
Seen only a few times during the
season
(R) Rare -
Not present every year
Accidental—
Has been seen no more than once or
twice (listed separately)
*—
Known or suspected to have nested on
refuge or known to nest locally.
Birding Ethics
Birders on the refuge are expected to adhere to the Code
of Birding Ethics set forth by the American Birding
Association to promote the welfare of birds and their
environment:
Support the protection of important bird habitat
Avoid stressing birds or exposing them to danger.
Exercise restrai
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Pee Dee NWR Fishing Regulations
The Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge is one of over 540
National Wildlife Refuges in the United States. The U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service administers the refuge, and is
responsible for conserving, protecting, and enhancing the
nation’s fish and wildlife populations and their habitats for
the continuing benefit of the public.
Pee Dee
National Wildlife Refuge
Sport Fishing
Regulations & Permit
Sport fishing on the Pee Dee National Wildlife refuge
is allowed by permit only. The regulations listed below
supplement the general regulations which govern fishing
on National Wildlife Refuges, as set forth in Title 50, Code
of Federal Regulations.
Refuge Specific Regulations
Fishing is allowed on refuge waters, seven days a week
from one hour before sunrise until one hour after sunset.
No night fishing.
During firearms deer hunts, no fishing or other public
activities are allowed within the hunting areas. See public
use regulations, or inquire at the refuge office for hunt
dates.
Gasoline-powered boat motors may not be used. Boats are
subject to all federal and state laws governing their use.
Possession or use of trotlines, set hooks, gigs, jug lines,
limb lines, snagging devices, nets, seines, fish traps or
other special devices is prohibited.
No littering. Fishing areas will be closed if litter is not
picked up.
Taking or attempting to take frogs, turtles and snakes is
prohibited.
Swimming is prohibited in refuge waters.
The use or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited.
Camping and fires are prohibited.
Pee Dee NWR
Sport Fishing Permit
The signing of this leaflet validates your refuge sport
fishing permit, and must be in your possession while
fishing. You must also possess a valid North Carolina
fishing license.
Waterfowl sanctuaries are closed to all public use
activities from November 25 through March 14.
Ponds closed for maintenance will be posted.
I have read and understand these regulations.
August 2018
All other ponds and refuge waters are open to fishing
from March 15 through October 15 only.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
1 800/344 WILD
Refuge Fishing Season
Fishing is open year round in Sullivan Pond.
Pee Dee
National Wildlife Refuge
5770 Highway 52 North
Wadesboro, NC 28170
704/694 4424
http://www.fws.gov/peedee/
All other sport fishing regulations are in accordance with
state law.
Signature
Not valid until signed
Signs Protect Visitors and
Resources
Millions of people visit
national wildife refuges each
year. The impact of human
activity, if not regulated, can
degrade these wildlands.
Signs control recreational
activities while protecting
natural resources on the
refuge. Please respect the
following signs.
Grassy
Island
Road
Pressley
Creek
Pee Dee River
109
Beaver
Ponds
Kursten
Road
Gaddy
Bridge
Beaver
Pond
Road
Pipeline
Grassy Island Road
Gaddy
Road
Pinkston
River Road
Big
Oak
Road
1627
U.S.
FISH & WILDLIFE
SERVICE
Redhouse
Road
Clark
Road
Flat
Fork
Creek
Observation
Refuge Boundary
Highways
Paved State Roads
Pipeline
Dennis Road
R
T
E
NO
HUNTING
ZONE
Area open to Deer, Raccoon, Opossum, and
Turkey hunting only.
Closed to all access November 25 - March 14
Area open to Deer hunting only
Closed to all access November 25 - March 14
Area open to Deer, Raccoon, Opossum
and Turkey hunting only.
Closed to all hunting November 25 - March 14
Refuge Roads
Area closed to hunting
Road Closed Seasonally
Area open to deer hunting only
T
R
Fishing
Canoe Launch
Dennis Road
N
T OF THE I
PA
Area open to Dove, Quail, Rabbit, Deer
Raccoon, Opossum, Squirrel and Turkey hunting
Refuge Headquarters
Little
Pond
EN
U.S.
FISH & WILDLIFE
SERVICE
Dennis Road
1627
Dennis Road
Legend
1650
Sullivan
Pond
Tall Pines
Road
M
Grassy Island Road
Pinkston
River Road
Bennett Bridge
Hurricane
Creek
T
All public entry prohibited
GTR Road
Wildlife
Drive
IO
109
DE
Pipeline
AREA
BEYOND
THIS
SIGN
CLOSED
R
Wildlife
Drive
Ross
Road
Brown
Creek
Brown
Creek
Matthew Street
Arrowhead
Lake
PA
Pipeline
Ross
Pond
Pee Dee
River
Anson
County
DE
Ross
Pond
Road
Palmetto
Branch
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
R
Palmetto
Branch
Anson
Access
Road
Grassy
Island Road
Ross
Road
UNAUTHORIZED ENTRY
PROHIBITED
Richmond
County
Rodgers
Road
McBride
Road
109
R
52
Andrews
Pond
Thoroughfare
Creek
Griffin
Road
NATIONAL
WILDLIFE
REFUGE
IO
Canal
Branch
Jack
Currie
Road
M
E
R
1627
EN
N
T OF THE I
T
This sign
delineates the
refuge boundary.
Entry is
permitted only for
authorized uses
(hunting, fishing,
sightseeing, etc.)
in accordance with
refuge regulations.
This area is closed
to all entry. No
hunting, fishing
or sightseeing is
permitted. No
roads or trails are
open to the public
(see map).
This area is closed
to all hunting.
Firearms and
archery equipment
are strictly
prohibited (see
map).
Refuge Violations
To report violations or
information regarding
violations occu
Grassy
Island
Road
Pressley
Creek
1627
Pee Dee River
109
Beaver
Ponds
Jack
Currie
Road
Leak
Ferry Road
Kursten Road
Canal
Branch
Gaddy
Bridge
Beaver
Pond
Road
Pipeline
Grassy Island Road
Gaddy
Road
Thoroughfare
Creek
Griffin
Road
52
Big
Oak
Road
1627
Ross
Pond
Road
Palmetto
Branch
Pipeline
Pipeline
Ross
Road
109
Clark
Road
Redhouse
Road
Grassy Island Road
Pinkston
River Road
Flat
Fork
Creek
Legend
1650
Sullivan
Pond
Area open to Dove, Quail, Rabbit, Deer
Raccoon, Opossum, Squirrel and Turkey hunting
Dennis Road
Wildlife
Drive
1627
Hurricane
Creek
Little
Pond
Pipeline
Youth hunts
n A youth hunter is defined as a hunter under the age of 18.
n
Youth quota hunts are for hunters ages 10 through 17.
n
During quota hunts, including youth hunts, an adult may
supervise only one youth.
n
On big game youth hunts, only one youth and one
adult are allowed per permit.
n
During small game hunts, an adult may supervise a
maximum of two youths.
Tree stands
n Only portable stands and blinds are permitted.
Observation
Refuge headquarters
Dennis Road
Canoe Launch
Refuge Check Station
Refuge Boundary
Highways
Paved State Roads
Refuge Roads
Road Closed Seasonally
REFUGE VIOLATIONS
To report violations or information regarding
violations occurring on Pee Dee National
Wildlife Refuge, call 704/694 4424.
n
Reflective clothespins may be used to mark trails, but
must be removed at the end of each hunt.
Big Game Hunt Hours of Access
n Big game hunters are prohibited from entering the
refuge prior to 4 am on scheduled hunt days.
n
Big game hunters must leave the refuge no later than
two hours after legal sunset.
n
Stands or blinds may be placed no more than four days
prior to the opening day of your scheduled hunt.
n
Participants in the Youth Deer Hunt may place their
stand or blind up to seven days prior to the hunt.
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Archery hunters must remove their stand or blind by
the final day of the hunt.
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Quota hunters must remove their stands within 24 hours
after the final day of their hunt.
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The following list includes the specific hunts allowed on
the refuge.
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Inserting or driving a nail, screw, spike or other metal
object into a tree, or hunting from a tree into which a
metal object has been inserted or driven is prohibited.
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Feral hogs may be taken during all established deer hunts,
only by hunters legally participating in those hunts.
Hunting dogs
n Dogs may not be used to run freely or locate game on
non-hunting days.
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Deer hunting with dogs is prohibited.
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Dogs are permitted for small game and dove hunting.
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Dogs are required for the raccoon/opossum hunts.
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All dogs must wear a collar displaying the owner’s
contact information.
Organized Drive
n Organized deer drives are prohibited.
A deer drive is defined as an organized or planned effort
to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause
deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be
waiting for deer.
Trail Cameras and Tree Marking
n The use of unattended trail cameras is prohibited.
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Dennis Road
Bennett Bridge
Tall Pines
Road
n
Matthew Street
Arrowhead
Lake
GTR Road
Dennis Road
Marking any tree or other refuge feature with flagging
material or paint is prohibited.
Pee Dee
River
Anson
County
Anson
Access
Road
Brown
Creek
Brown
Creek
Wildlife
Drive
Ross
Pond
Richmond
County
Grassy
Island Road
Ross
Road
Palmetto
Branch
109
Rodgers
Road
Pinkston
River Road
McBride
Road
Andrews
Pond
Pre-hunt scouting
n The refuge is open daily (except refuge firearms deer
hunt days) for pre-hunt scouting.
Hunting Seasons
n Refuge areas open to hunting are designated on the
map of this leaflet.
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All hunting is closed on Sundays.
Waterfowl
n No waterfowl hunting is allowed on the refuge.
This includes the waters of the Pee Dee River from the
confluence of Pressley Creek downstream to the
confluence of Brown Creek.
Mourning dove
n State opening day, Labor Day, Wednesdays and
Saturdays during State season in September only.
n
Anson County only.
Early archery deer
n September 12 - October 2, 2020
n
Anson and Richmond Counties.
Firearms deer
Hunters must have a quota permit for the following hunts:
Either sex youth hunt (10-17 year olds): October 3, 2020
*Either sex disabled hunt: October 9-10, 2020
Either sex muzzleloader: October 15-17, 2020
Either sex modern gun #1: October 22-24, 2020
Either sex modern gun #2: October 29-31, 2020
Area open to Deer, Raccoon, Opossum, and
Turkey hunting only.
Closed to all access November 25 - March 14
Area open to Deer hunting only
Closed to all access November 25 - March 14
Area open to Deer, Raccoon, Opossum
and Turkey hunting only.
Closed to all hunting November 25 - March 14
Area closed to hunting
Area open to deer hunting only
Private Land
Either sex modern gun #3: November 5-7, 2020
Either sex modern gun #4: November 12-14, 2020
*For more information on the disabled hunt, contact the