Kingsbury Fish and Wildlife Area

Kingsbury Fish and Wildlife Area is a protected area that covers 7,120 acres (2,880 ha) of grasslands, wetlands, and crop fields dedicated to providing hunting and fishing opportunities. It is located south on County Road 650W, near Kingsbury, Indiana.[1]

Kingsbury Fish and Wildlife Area
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area)
LocationLaPorte County, Indiana, United States
Nearest cityKingsbury, IN
Coordinates41°29′51″N 86°34′05″W
Area7,120 acres (28.8 km2)
Established1965
Governing bodyIndiana Department of Natural Resources
www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/3089.htm

History

Kingsbury was formerly the Kingsbury Arsenal of the U.S. Army. After the base closed in the 1960s, the land was transferred to the State of Indiana for wildlife preservation.

Facilities
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Picnicking
  • Ice Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Trapping
  • Shooting Range
  • Archery Range
  • Dog Training Area
  • Boat Ramp (Electric trolling motors only)
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References
  1. "Kingsbury". Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved October 13, 2012.


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