Poygan Wildlife Area

Poygan Wildlife Area is over 3600 acres in size, and located in east central Waushara County on the western shore of Lake Poygan. Access to the wildlife area is available from several town roads or by boat from Lake Poygan. Most of the area is open marsh or bottomland timber. The Pine River, Pumpkinseed Creek and Willow Creek all terminate in Lake Poygan through the wildlife area.

Hunting opportunities include waterfowl, deer, coyote, and other small game. Trapping is very accessible along the several miles of dikes (and muskrat trapping is much appreciated). Excellent birding opportunities exist year-round due to the size and variety of habitat.

Management

Management Objective

Prior to state ownership, several parcels were managed for trapping. Ditches were constructed and the spoils placed next to the open ditches. This created habitat for muskrat, mink, otter and beaver. Many of these old ditch banks still provide walk in access to portions of the property. One impoundment area is maintained to provide water level management. This impoundment has recently been renovated to manage vegetation and provide habitat for migratory waterfowl and other non-game species.

Recreation

The following recreational opportunities exist at Poygan Wildlife Area:

Hunting

Trapping

Hiking

Berry and mushroom picking

Wildlife Viewing

Bird watching

Canoeing

Map

Download [PDF 244KB] a map of this property.

Useful Links

Hunting in Wisconsin
Hunting and Trapping Regulations
Season Dates
Waushara County Information [Exit DNR]
Plan your trip to Waushara County [Exit DNR]

For more information on Poygan Wildlife Area contact the property manager.

Questions for Wildlife Management

Last Revised: Tuesday December 01 2009