Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge, National Wildlife Refuge in Charlestown, Rhode Island, United States
The refuge spans 858 acres of varied landscapes with grasslands, shrub lands, wooded swamps, and freshwater ponds adjacent to Ninigret Pond.
The area transformed from a Naval Auxiliary Landing Field during World War II to a protected wildlife sanctuary established in 1970.
The refuge name honors a principal chief of the Narragansett Indians who inhabited the coastal region before European settlement.
Visitors can explore four miles of hiking trails and observe wildlife from the observation platform at Grassy Point throughout the year.
The refuge supports 250 bird species and contains marine life including blue crabs, bay scallops, and winter flounder in its coastal waters.
Location: Rhode Island
Inception: 1970
Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/ninigret
GPS coordinates: 41.34510,-71.68089
Latest update: March 4, 2025 14:09
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