Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge, National Wildlife Refuge in Hyde County, North Carolina, United States
Lake Mattamuskeet, the largest natural freshwater lake in North Carolina, spans across 50,000 acres within the refuge boundaries.
The United States Fish and Wildlife Service established this protected area in 1934 to maintain habitats for migratory birds and local wildlife.
The Lake Mattamuskeet Pump Station earned recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980 as a testament to regional development.
Visitors can explore multiple observation platforms, walking trails, and fishing spots while following informational signs throughout the protected area.
The refuge contains extensive canal systems, marshes, and swamp forests where black bears, bobcats, and red wolves find sanctuary.
Location: Hyde County
Inception: 1934
Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/mattamuskeet
GPS coordinates: 35.50000,-76.20000
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:23
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