Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge

The Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge spans 5,100 acres of wetlands, providing critical habitats for migratory birds and endangered bog turtles.

The United States Congress established this protected area through Public Law 101-593 in 1990, securing nine miles along the Wallkill River near the New York-New Jersey border.

The refuge integrates with the Appalachian Trail system, offering two miles of this historic footpath within its boundaries for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Visitors can access multiple walking trails, participate in waterfowl hunting seasons, or engage in wildlife photography from designated observation points throughout the refuge.

The northern section contains specialized waterfowl impoundments that attract numerous species including wood ducks, canvasbacks, mergansers, and mallards during migration periods.

Location: Sussex County

Inception: 1990

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

GPS coordinates: 41.23330,-74.55000

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:43