The Wildlife Management Area is at the northern end of the lake and at the southern tip of Fayette County. Recreational opportunities abound on the lake and at Eldon Hazlet State Park, at the southern end of the lake. At the Wildlife Management Area, however, the pleasures are simple and revolve mainly around enjoying the beauty and solitude of nature as visitors birdwatch, fish and hunt. Limited opportunities are also available for hunting upland game, whitetail deer, mourning doves and other game. In addition to ducks and geese, bird lovers will enjoy watching for bald eagles and cormorants.
Trapping is permitted only after the duck season and requires a permit from the site manager.
Westside Management Area Hunter Fact Sheet Waterfowl hunting is permitted in Subimpoundments 1 and 2, located on the east side of Hurricane Creek. Only walk-in hunting is permitted in this area. Hunter access is by way of Cox Bridge, Hitogi Access Area or any of three parking lots. Subimpoundments 3 and 4, located west of Hurricane Creek, are designated waterfowl rest areas and hunting is prohibited. Growth of natural wetland vegetation is also enhanced as part of the program.