Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

https://www.fws.gov/refuge/muscatatuck South of Indianapolis along Highway 65. Wetlands and walking trails.Yes, kayaking is permitted at Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge. You can kayak on Richart and Stanfield Lakes, and no special permit is needed. Kayaks are also permitted on the Muscatatuck River, with some outfitters offering guided trips and rentals. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:

• Lakes: Richart and Stanfield Lakes are open to kayaks, and you can access them for fishing and wildlife viewing, especially in the backwaters where marsh birds are often found. [3, 5]
• Muscatatuck River: Pathfinder Outfitters offers kayaking trips and shuttle services on the Muscatatuck River, with different routes and durations available. [4]
• Non-motorized boating: The refuge is open to non-motorized boating, including kayaking, but motorized boats are not permitted. [1, 6]
• River access: The Vernon Fork of the Muscatatuck River, near the refuge, is also a popular kayaking spot, especially during higher water levels, with some outfitters offering guided trips. [7]

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[1] https://www.fws.gov/refuge/muscatatuck/visit-us/activities[2] https://jacksoncountyin.com/recreation/[3] https://www.facebook.com/MuscatatuckNWR/posts/have-you-been-kayaking-lately-richart-and-stanfield-lakes-are-open-to-kayaks-and/3011165438959314/[4] https://www.pathfinderoutfitters.com/uncategorized/muscatatuck-river/[5] https://tribtown.com/2022/07/16/muscatatuck-is-seymours-convenient-outdoors-playground/[6] https://www.fws.gov/refuge/muscatatuck/visit-us/activities/boating—non-motorized[7] https://www.pathfinderoutfitters.com/trips-vernon-fork-muscatatuck-river/
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