The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge is changing its hours of operation to 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday (CLOSED on Sundays) effective April 5, 2026.
Refuge passes, Federal Duck Stamps, and America The Beautiful passes continue to be available 7 days a week on recreation.gov, at the Crab Orchard Campground, along with a kiosk for Day passes at 8588 Route 148 in Marion, at the site of the former Visitor Center.
Please visit our refuge website for the latest information.
You are also welcome to contact the refuge headquarters for additional information at 618-997-3344, email the team at craborchard@fws.gov, or write with questions: USFWS Attn: Refuge Manager, 8588 Route 148, Marion, IL 62959.
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