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Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge

Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge is run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Its own timing: around mid-May.

Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge in pictures

Illustrative photos, not current conditions
Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge in fall 2019
Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge in fall 2019. Photo: USFWS Pacific Southwest Region · public domain · resized

What the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says

“The refuge was established in 1948 to provide habitat for migratory birds. It consists of uplands dominated by salt desert scrub and shallow marsh which varies from fresh water to salt water.”
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When to go

In the source's own words; no peak claimed unless the source says so
  • around mid-May“The spring migration peaks at the refuge around mid-May.”

Before you go

The refuge is remote, undeveloped, and cell phone service is unreliable. Be sure to bring plenty of drinking water, snacks, insect repellant, sunscreen and other necessities.

How we know

Every fact on this page, from these pages