Last updated: September 20, 2021
Thing to Do
Hunting in the MNRR
There are hunting and fishing opportunities along the Missouri National Recreational River Corridor.
Hunting
Hunting and trapping is permitted within the Missouri National Recreational River within the Bow Creek and Goat Island Recreation Areas in accordance with the site-specific conditions/regulations outlined below, as publicized in cooperation with each state (NE and SD) as applicable. In general, hunters and trappers need to be familiar with Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks state regulations, whereas those hunting at Bow Creek Recreation Area only need to be familiar with Nebraska state regulations. See our hunting page for the site-specific regulations which hunters and trappers need to be aware of.
All hunters are required to provide harvest information to the park including dates hunted, species harvested, and other information as supplied by the National Park Service. The information you provide will help in the management of the resource. Please send this data by email or mail to: National Park Service, Science and Resources Management, 508 East Second Street, Yankton, SD 57078.
Hunting
Hunting and trapping is permitted within the Missouri National Recreational River within the Bow Creek and Goat Island Recreation Areas in accordance with the site-specific conditions/regulations outlined below, as publicized in cooperation with each state (NE and SD) as applicable. In general, hunters and trappers need to be familiar with Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks state regulations, whereas those hunting at Bow Creek Recreation Area only need to be familiar with Nebraska state regulations. See our hunting page for the site-specific regulations which hunters and trappers need to be aware of.
All hunters are required to provide harvest information to the park including dates hunted, species harvested, and other information as supplied by the National Park Service. The information you provide will help in the management of the resource. Please send this data by email or mail to: National Park Service, Science and Resources Management, 508 East Second Street, Yankton, SD 57078.
Details
Activity
Hunting
Pets Allowed
Yes
Activity Fee
No
Our state park partners may charge entrance fees and fees for licensing may apply.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day, Night
Accessibility Information
Bow Creek and Goat Island are not ADA accessible. Goat Island is accessible by boat only.