

Shirey Bay Rainey Brake WMA is a quiet Arkansas wetland offering reflective bayou waters, flooded timber, waterfowl and migrating songbirds. Best at dawn for mist and mirrored reflections or late afternoon for warm side light. Access is rustic—expect unpaved roads and a small pull-off; check Arkansas Game & Fish rules for WMA access and seasonal restrictions. Spring and fall bird migration and winter waterfowl peak offer the most action; bring insect protection in summer.


Shirey Bay Rainey Brake WMA is a quiet Arkansas wetland offering reflective bayou waters, flooded timber, waterfowl and migrating songbirds. Best at dawn for mist and mirrored reflections or late afternoon for warm side light. Access is rustic—expect unpaved roads and a small pull-off; check Arkansas Game & Fish rules for WMA access and seasonal restrictions. Spring and fall bird migration and winter waterfowl peak offer the most action; bring insect protection in summer.