Sabine National Wildlife Refuge

Sabine National Wildlife Refuge is a protected area in Louisiana containing expansive marshes and estuary lands between two major lakes. The land provides habitat for hundreds of animal species and countless plants adapted to wetland life.

The refuge was established in 1937 to protect critical coastal wetlands along the Gulf of Mexico. This early conservation effort preserved large areas that had been threatened by development and human activity.

The refuge teaches visitors about Gulf Coast marsh life through educational stations positioned along walking paths. People come here to understand how these wetlands work and why they matter for the region.

The refuge has two main walking routes with different levels of accessibility for visitors of all abilities. Arriving early in the day offers better chances to see wildlife and avoid crowded times.

More than 300 bird species coexist here alongside alligators, river otters, and blue crabs in the same wetland space. This unusual concentration of animals in one place creates moments of surprising wildlife encounters for visitors.

Location: Louisiana

Inception: 1937

Website: https://fws.gov/swlarefugecomplex/sabine

GPS coordinates: 29.90000,-93.53330

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:06