Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Wildlife refuge along Rappahannock River, Virginia.
The refuge spans 9,030 acres across multiple units in Richmond, Essex, King George, Caroline, and Westmoreland counties along the Rappahannock River.
The United States Fish and Wildlife Service established this conservation area in 1996 to protect wetlands and uplands along the Rappahannock River watershed.
The refuge functions as an outdoor learning center where students and organizations study local ecosystems and wildlife conservation methods.
Visitors can access five public units from sunrise to sunset, with opportunities for wildlife observation, fishing, photography, and paddling activities.
The refuge sustains multiple species including bald eagles, Indiana bats, spotted salamanders, monarch butterflies, and the eastern black rail.
Location: Virginia
Inception: 1996
Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/rappahannock_river_valley
GPS coordinates: 38.00000,-76.88330
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:52
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