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Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge

Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge is run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Its own timing: between December and February.

Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge in pictures

Illustrative photos, not current conditions
Sandhill cranes at Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge
Sandhill cranes at Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge. Photo: Wyman Meinzer/USFWS · public domain · resized

What the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says

“The 6,440-acre refuge is part of the National Wildlife Refuge System, a national network of lands and waters set aside for the benefit of wildlife, habitat and you.”
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When to go

In the source's own words; no peak claimed unless the source says so
  • between December and February“The cranes typically begin arriving in September with peak numbers between December and February.”

Before you go

Comfortable walking shoes, binoculars, plenty of water and a lunch if you plan on staying long are recommended to enjoy your visit.

Worth the drive

60 to 100 straight-line miles away

Bitter Lake Refuge 100 mi

How we know

Every fact on this page, from these pages