Hullett Marsh is located along the South Maitland River, and along the Atlantic and Mississippi flyways. It is a no-fee, multi-use, multi-season facility, known best for its waterfowl and pheasant hunting. Opportunities for wild game hunting (with Sunday Gun Hunting), hiking, horseback riding, birding, canoeing and various other activities can be found at Hullett Marsh!
In the 1970's and early 1980's, Ducks Unlimited Canada, in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, developed the man-made marsh. Today the marsh is partnered with OMNRF, Ducks Unlimited Canada and a not-for-profit organization known as Friends of Hullett. FOH deals with the day-to-day operation of Hullett Marsh. FOH consists of a board of directors, two staff, and many volunteers and members.
2025-2026
Hunting Seasons
Hullett Marsh is located in Wildlife Management Unit 85B. ALWAYS read and understand provincial, federal, and HPWA rules and regulations before hunting at Hullett Marsh. Hullett supports Sunday hunting which may affect open season dates.
All users of the marsh MUST abide by Federal, Provincial and Hullett rules, act responsibly, ethically and be considerate of fellow users, the property, and neighboring land. Please check the Ontario Hunting Regulations Summary and Federal Migratory Bird Regulations for more information and bag limits.
White-tail Deer:
Bows Only, no dogs:
October 1, 2025 - November 2, 2025
November 10, 2025 - November 30, 2025
December 8, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Controlled Shotgun:(WMU 85B)
November 3, 2025 - November 9, 2025
December 1, 2025 - December 7, 2025
Wild Turkey:
Spring Season:
April 25, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Fall Season Bow:
October 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Fall Season Firearm:
October 14, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Migratory Birds:
Ducks (other than Harlequin Ducks):
September 28, 2024 - January 12, 2025 Canada and Cackling Goose Early Season:
September 5, 2024 - September 15, 2024
Canada and Cackling Goose Regular Season:
September 28, 2024- January 1, 2025
Woodcock:
September 25, 2024 - December 20, 2024
Mourning Dove:
September 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
Double-crested Cormorant:
September 15, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Hullett does NOT have a late goose season, as we have Sunday gun hunting
Small Game:
Pheasant:
September 25, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Gray (Black) Squirrel:
September 25, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Cottontail and European Hare:
September 25, 2025 - February 28, 2026
Hunting with Falconry Birds:
September 1, 2025 - March 31, 2026
Licensed Furbearing mammal trapping does occur in the marsh. Please stay on the trail and maintain control of your dogs and children. Only those with FOH and MNRF approval may trap in the marsh.
Migratory Bird Hunting Regulations
2024-2025
PLEASE NOTE:
All Hullett interior roads are now open. Please drive slowly and proceed with caution.
2024 PHEASANT CHALLENGE
Pheasant Challenge has now ended! Thanks for all your support! See winners below.
2024 Pheasant Challenge Tickets are available for purchase until 2PM on December 31, 2024.
Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased above through PayPal with a 3 ticket minimum and mailed out to you.
(No PayPal account is required).
Tickets can also be purchased in-person at Clinton Sporting Goods.
Click here for directions!
2024 Winners:
1st Prize (Shotgun) - Alan Brothers of Elora, ON
2nd Prize (Generator) -Brad Souliere of London, ON
Friends of Hullett staff have created some tip sheets to help users better understand the rules and regulations and also to help answer some common questions so that you can be safe and enjoy your hunting and hiking experiences at Hullett Provincial Wildlife Area.
Check out the tip sheets below!
Click here for a PDF map of Hullett
Click here for a PDF map of the Agricultural Fields in Hullett Marsh
Click here for a PDF of 2024 Water Levels
In honour of Earth Day on April 22, Hullett Marsh has collaborated with Excalibur Insurance, to chat about the birds and the bees – and all of the other wildlife that can be found at the Hullett Provincial Wildlife Area!
A big thank-you to Excalibur Insurance for taking the time to chat with us and also for their very generous $1000 donation to Friends of Hullett.
To watch the full interview, click here: https://youtu.be/JkBWpJdui5o
To learn more about Excalibur Insurance visit their website: https://excaliburinsurance.ca/
Follow Excalibur Insurance on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/excaliburinsurance
Follow Excalibur Insurance on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/excaliburinsurancegroup/
Two popular activities at Hullett Marsh include bird watching and geocaching. Below you will find the links to our Birding Checklist and the Geocaching Coordinates:
We are so excited to be featured in this cool and interactive campaign developed by Ducks Unlimited Ontario.
Click here to check out the wonderful interactive map/story featuring Hullett Marsh and 16 other Ontario wetlands that you can visit this winter!
Last year marked the 25th anniversary of Friends of Hullett becoming a registered charitable organization. To commemorate this momentous achievement and celebrate all the hard work of past and present staff, volunteers and members of the Board of Directors, FOH commissioned 4 unique styles of ball caps. A few of these limited edition hats are still available at the Hullett Office (41378 Hydro Line Road) or via PayPal or EMT.
Hats are available for PICKUP ONLY. Please email staff to arrange pickup or for in-person availability.
Available styles include:
Click HERE for great prices on all your sporting needs!
User Guide Map
Interactive Google Map
Hullett User Guide
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity to work outdoors this summer? Thinking about starting a career in Environmental Science, Fish and Wildlife Conservation, or Biology? Interested in joining a team dedicated to the conservation of natural spaces?
Friends of Hullett (FOH) manage the Hullett Provincial Wildlife Area (HPWA) in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry and Ducks Unlimited Canada. Comprising over 5400 acres of forest, wetland, and fields, the HPWA provides vital natural space within Huron County that supports local biodiversity and facilitates publicly accessible outdoor recreation within our community. Friends of Hullett are currently accepting resumes for a Maintenance Technician. The successful applicant will assist staff with the management of the Hullett Provincial Wildlife Area and various projects including trail maintenance, invasive species control, wildlife surveys, and much more!
Click here for more information about this exciting opportunity!
