Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

The Nisqually River Delta features diverse habitats where freshwater meets Puget Sound, creating an environment for hundreds of bird species and marine wildlife.

The wildlife refuge, established in 1974 and renamed to honor Native American activist Billy Frank Jr, protects the delta from development for wildlife preservation.

The Norm Dicks Visitor Center displays exhibits about the Nisqually River watershed and provides educational programs about local ecosystems for students.

The refuge maintains 4 miles of trails open daily from sunrise to sunset, with an entrance fee of 3 dollars for four adults paid in cash.

The mile-long Nisqually Estuary Boardwalk extends over tidal flats, offering views of Mount Rainier while harbor seals rest on salt marshes below.

Location: DuPont

Operator: United States Fish and Wildlife Service

GPS coordinates: 47.09178,-122.71503

Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:39