National wildlife refuges are world-renowned as places to see great seasonal migrations of fish and wildlife, iconic animals like bison and bears, and ordinary creatures thriving in their natural habitats.
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Seasonal Wonders
National wildlife refuges are ideal places to see the remarkable mass movements of wildlife as the seasons change.
See:
- Spring marvels on refuges.
- Summer sights on refuges.
- Fall wonders on refuges.
- Winter wonders on refuges.
Favorite Sights
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Iconic Animals Animals on wildlife refuges include bison, elk, alligators and Kodiak brown bears. -
Rare Species Many wildlife refuges provide habitat for threatened or endangered animals and plants. -
Scenic Vistas
Refuge landscapes range from mountain forests to deserts, from coastal plains to wetlands.
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Historic Lighthouses More than two dozen of these evocative structures stand on land managed by national wildlife refuges. -
Cultural Treasures The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service exhibits and interprets remnants of the past on wildlife refuges. -
Native Wildflowers
Because they conserve many native plants, wildlife refuges often offer vivid wildflower displays.
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Walking Trails Besides hiking trails, refuges offer art trails, nature trails and even scat trails to teach and entertain. -
Scenic Drives Many wildlife refuges offer super driving routes along which you can often see wildlife from your car. -
Conservation in Action See how wildlife refuges improve lands and communities by restoring and improving habitat.