Slate Creek Wildlife Area
Slate Creek Wildlife Area is located approximately 7 miles south and 1.5 miles west of Oxford, Kansas. The area consists of 947 acres, of which; 50 acres are marshes, and the remainder is grassland, creek drainage, and food plots. The entire area lies within the flood plain of Slate Creek. Although the area was purchased for waterfowl use and management, there are excellent populations of pheasants, quail and deer. Doves, rabbits, squirrels and many furbearers are also present. The many nongame species for wildlife on the make it an excellent area for bird watching, photography, and hiking.
A small observation tower is installed on the area.
Hunters must complete a daily hunt permit each day be fore hunting. They are located at the information stations on the area. The information gathered will be used to monitor game harvest and evaluate habitat management practices.
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