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Rules and Policies

Updated May 4, 2026

On May 5, 2016 the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service published a final rule for Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Consistent with the Refuge’s 2010 Comprehensive Conservation Plan, the final rule amends Refuge public use regulations to ensure natural resource conservation while maintaining high quality and safe experiences for visitors. The final rule is available at: https://www.federalregister.gov/articles/2016/05/05/2016-10288/refuge-specific-regulations-public-use-kenai-national-wildlife-refuge

You can also download a copy of the regulations specific to the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge here.

If you're staying in one of our public use cabins, PACK OUT all trash and secure food, garbage and supplies from bears.

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