James River National Wildlife Refuge, National wildlife refuge in Prince George County, Virginia, United States.
The refuge extends across 4,800 acres of pine forests, hardwood forests, freshwater marshes, and wetlands along the south bank of James River.
The land previously contained Powellbrooke Plantation, owned by Captain Nathaniel Powell, one of the original colonists who arrived in Virginia in 1607.
The refuge functions as a research center where scientists study bird populations, conduct wildlife monitoring, and assess wetland ecosystem health.
Visitors can access the 1.5-mile Powell Creek nature trail and information kiosk area every day from sunrise to sunset throughout the year.
The refuge maintains specific forest and wetland conditions through mechanical removal, prescribed burns, and targeted tree planting to support native species.
Location: Virginia
Inception: 1991
Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/james_river
GPS coordinates: 37.26750,-77.12920
Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:53
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