Fishing

• Crosley Fish and Wildlife Area contains 13 ponds that range in size from 2-14 acres.
• About seven miles of the Muscatatuck River flows through the property.
• Fishing is allowed on all lakes. No check-in required.
• Largemouth bass size limit is 14 inches. All other bag and size limits apply.
• Eight of the 13 ponds have ramps. Electric motors only.
• Shoreline fishing is available at all ponds and the Muscatatuck River.

Hunting

• Deer, turkey, squirrel, rabbit, limited quail, woodcock, and waterfowl hunting is available. The first five days of spring turkey hunting are by reserved draw only. Check-in required. Night hunting by permit only.
• ADA- Hunting is allowed in designated areas by permit from the property manager.
• Dog training is allowed in area E-1 and E-2.
• Deer stands are allowed overnight between Sept. 15 and Jan. 10.  Tree stands must be marked with the owner’s name, address, and phone number OR the owner’s DNR Customer ID Number.

Trapping

• Wetland trapping is by drawing only. Call the office for details.

Wildlife Watching

• The 4,228 acres of rolling hills, ponds and the Muscatatuck River attracts a wide variety of song birds, hawks, waterfowl, turkeys and deer. These wildlife provide plenty of opportunities for hiking, bird and wildlife watching throughout the property. No check-in is required.
•  Mushrooms, berries, and nuts may be gathered, however, a written permit is required to remove plants, animals, rocks, and fossils.
• Boating and canoeing is allowed. Crosley has no boat rental.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Need a reason to get outside and move? You can volunteer alone or in small groups at this property. Some activities include trash pick-up, basic gardening, painting, and more. Call the property office for details.

Shooting Range

• A shooting range for rifle and archery is available. You must sign in before use.
• Please visit the Fish & Wildlife Area Shooting Range webpage for hours of operation.
• Target ranges are free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.
• All shooters must obey range rules and regulations.

Neighboring Land

• Splinter Ridge Fish and Wildlife Area is located 10 miles east of Madison on S.R. 56. It offers 2,460 acres open for hunting.
• Clifty Falls State Park is located near Madison. They offer camping, picnicking and swimming.
• Muscatatuck County Park is located in North Vernon. Camping, picnicking and playgrounds are available at this park.

NO Camping and NO Swimming Allowed.

Please Read and Obey All Signs.

A record of Fish & Wildlife Area property rules can be found on the Indiana Fish & Wildlife Area Rules webpage.  Property specific rules can be found below, if applicable.  Contact the property directly for specific questions.

Permits

In addition to a hunting and/or fishing license, the following permits are required:

• A daily hunt permit card is required. These must be obtained before entering the field and kept in the hunter's possession while in the field. The permits need to be returned at the end of the day in one of the drop boxes on the property.

• Crosley Fish and Wildlife Area Map