Clarence Cannon Refugewinter wildlife
October and November are the best months to see large concentrations of waterfowl, per the Fish and Wildlife Service. Its usual window hasn't started yet this year.
Right now at Clarence Cannon Refuge
Right now in Clarence Cannon Refuge · September
- Resident deer, raccoons, squirrels and opossums: seen year round · Jan–Dec
Next 7 days at Clarence Cannon Refuge
- TodayMostly Cloudy88° / 73°11% rain
- ThuRain Showers Likely83° / 62°82% rain
- FriSlight Chance Rain Showers71° / 51°19% rain
- SatSunny73° / 52°4% rain
- SunSunny72° / 49°4% rain
- MonSunny67° / 46°–
- TueSunny69° / 52°2% rain
Today: sunrise 6:59 a.m., sunset 6:49 p.m., light until 7:16 p.m. · moon waning gibbous, 78% lit (our calculation)
Your guide to the area
Where to watch
- Unit 7 TrailThe one trail on the refuge's trails page, 4.07 miles, with a designated parking area beside it; unpaved and not ADA compliant, open all year unless posted for weather or to protect nesting eagles
- Refuge auto routeThe refuge suggests an hour's drive through the refuge to view nature and wildlife; weather can affect road conditions, and many areas are reachable only on foot, so call ahead (573-847-2333) for current conditions
Nearby
- Two Rivers Refuge27 miusually begin to arrive in OctoberSatSunny
- Meredosia Refuge42 mimigration typically peaks in NovemberSatSunny
- Emiquon Refuge83 mimigration typically peaks in NovemberSatSunny
- Chautauqua Refuge87 miMigration typically peaks in NovemberSatSunny
- Mingo Refuge162 mi3 separate phases, from September and OctoberSatChance Rain Showers
- Loess Bluffs Refuge242 mifrom mid-October, peaking in mid- to late NovemberSatSunny
The year at Clarence Cannon Refuge
- Resident deer, raccoons, squirrels and opossums: seen year roundNowJan–Dec
- May: Shorebird and warbler migrations usually peak around the first week of MayMay
- Large concentrations of waterfowl: October and November are the best monthsOct–Nov
Clarence Cannon Refuge in pictures
Questions people ask
When is the best time to see winter wildlife at Clarence Cannon National Wildlife Refuge?
October and November are the best months to see large concentrations of waterfowl, per the Fish and Wildlife Service: October and November are the best months. That's general timing for this place, not a peak date or a forecast.
Is it wildlife season at Clarence Cannon National Wildlife Refuge right now?
Not yet: its usual winter wildlife timing is October and November are the best months, local timing.
Is there a fee?
No, there is no charge to visit.Source: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Clarence Cannon NWR: Visit Us ↗ (opens in a new tab)
When is it open?
Refuge lands, roads and trails are open daily, daylight only. The headquarters and visitor contact station is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., except federal holidays, and may close for flooding or winter weather.Source: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Clarence Cannon NWR: Visit Us ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Are there restrooms?
Only inside the refuge headquarters and visitor contact station in Annada, during business hours.Source: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Clarence Cannon NWR: Visit Us ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, on a leash.Source: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Clarence Cannon NWR: Visit Us ↗ (opens in a new tab)
How do I get there?
It's between St. Louis and Hannibal: take Missouri Highway 79 to Annada, then go one mile east on Pike County Road 206.Source: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Clarence Cannon NWR: Visit Us ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Where are the best spots in Clarence Cannon National Wildlife Refuge?
Unit 7 Trail: the one trail on the refuge's trails page, 4.07 miles, with a designated parking area beside it; unpaved and not ADA compliant, open all year unless posted for weather or to protect nesting eagles; Refuge auto route: the refuge suggests an hour's drive through the refuge to view nature and wildlife; weather can affect road conditions, and many areas are reachable only on foot, so call ahead (573-847-2333) for current conditions.
What is Clarence Cannon National Wildlife Refuge like through the year?
Large concentrations of waterfowl: October and November are the best months (Oct–Nov), Shorebird and warbler migrations usually peak around the first week of May (May) and Resident deer, raccoons, squirrels and opossums: seen year round (Jan–Dec).
How we know · Sources (4)
How we know
National Weather Service forecast and alerts (opens in a new tab) (Sep 30) · U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Clarence Cannon NWR: Species (opens in a new tab) (Sep 29) · U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Clarence Cannon NWR: Visit Us (opens in a new tab) (Sep 29) · U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Clarence Cannon NWR: Trails (opens in a new tab) (Sep 29)