Public Waterfowl Hunting Opportunities by State

Arkansas is a waterfowl mecca, with flooded timber and rice fields drawing massive duck numbers. Bayou Meto and other WMAs offer incredible public access.

The Mississippi Delta provides rich habitat for ducks and geese. Public land includes waterfowl-focused WMAs and state-leased areas.

Coastal marshes and inland WMAs provide legendary duck hunting opportunities. Access varies by tide, but the hunting is world-class.

The Central Valley is key in the Pacific Flyway. State-managed wildlife areas offer draw and walk-in waterfowl access across the region.

Public waterfowl hunting is available in coastal marshes and inland reservoirs. The APH program provides access to productive areas for ducks and geese.

Prairie potholes and grasslands attract millions of migrating ducks. PLOTS and federal lands offer walk-in access throughout the state.

Excellent field hunting for Canada geese and mallards. Public options include Game Production Areas and walk-in lands near rivers and wetlands.

The Illinois River and Mississippi flyways produce strong late-season hunts. Managed areas and draw-in blinds provide public opportunity.

From the prairie potholes in the west to the Mississippi River in the southeast, Minnesota offers quality waterfowl hunting on diverse public lands.

The Klamath Basin and Willamette Valley host strong migrations. State WMAs and national wildlife refuges offer seasonal blind access.