Susquehanna River National Wildlife Refuge

The Susquehanna River National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 3.79 acres of protected land on Battery Island, providing essential habitats for native species.

The refuge originated from Presidential Proclamations in the 1940s that closed 13,363 acres of Upper Chesapeake Bay waters to migratory waterfowl hunting.

The area functions as an educational resource for local communities, offering insights into wildlife conservation and natural resource management.

While direct access to Battery Island remains restricted, visitors can observe the refuge by boat and engage in birdwatching from permitted areas.

The refuge previously hosted over 500,000 canvasback and redhead ducks until environmental changes following the construction of Conowingo Dam altered the ecosystem.

Location: Harford County

Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/susquehanna

GPS coordinates: 39.49440,-76.08330

Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:29