national wildlife refuge

Chautauqua NWR

Mason County, Illinois

Access

Daily morning draw

Hunt positions are assigned by an on-site daily draw — show up and register, no advance reservation.

Access & maps · USFWS refuge page

Location

40.2800, -90.1700

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How the hunt works

Many Illinois public sites run daily blind or boat-position draws and site-specific permits for waterfowl. Access rules and refuge zones vary widely, so check each site before you go.

Illinois DNR →