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Big Branch NWR
Posted on 11/25/25 at 2:18 pm
Posted on 11/25/25 at 2:18 pm
Has anybody ever bow hunted here? any feedback or thoughts? Moved to Mandeville recently and seems like it could be decent
This post was edited on 11/25/25 at 8:19 pm
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Posted on 11/25/25 at 3:04 pm to TigerBait0129
Big Branch is an NWR (National Wildlife Refuge) which is part of the Federal System.
It is NOT and WMA, which is part of the Wildlife Managment Area system operated by the State of Louisiana.
The rules for Big Branch are much more stringent than those for WMAs, as the Feds love being peculiar about things.
Please read the hunting/fishing brochure/booklet for the rules and regulations. Also be sure to sign the first page and keep that on you at all times when hunting. 25-26 Huntng Booklet SELA NWR System
Regarding the hunting, it can be ok. The deer in the Marsh and edge of the same are not the biggest in the world. Some good deer (115-120') have came off of it.
There are more deer in the marsh than people think. Find an oak flat on the edge of the marsh and sit and you can catch them coming out to feed
It is NOT and WMA, which is part of the Wildlife Managment Area system operated by the State of Louisiana.
The rules for Big Branch are much more stringent than those for WMAs, as the Feds love being peculiar about things.
Please read the hunting/fishing brochure/booklet for the rules and regulations. Also be sure to sign the first page and keep that on you at all times when hunting. 25-26 Huntng Booklet SELA NWR System
Regarding the hunting, it can be ok. The deer in the Marsh and edge of the same are not the biggest in the world. Some good deer (115-120') have came off of it.
There are more deer in the marsh than people think. Find an oak flat on the edge of the marsh and sit and you can catch them coming out to feed
Posted on 11/25/25 at 5:05 pm to TigerBait0129
Let's just say you got to want it bad.
Posted on 11/25/25 at 8:19 pm to SilverPoon985
Appreciate the post and feedback!
Posted on 11/26/25 at 12:03 pm to TigerBait0129
Do you plan to hunt by boat or road?
This makes a big difference.
This makes a big difference.
Posted on 11/26/25 at 12:06 pm to Rabby
I’m interested as well. Would hunt by road but willing to put in the work/walk
Posted on 11/26/25 at 3:54 pm to tigerfootball123
Hunt by road but also don’t mind walking
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