Mortenson Lake National Wildlife Refuge

The refuge encompasses 1,776 acres of high-altitude terrain at 7,256 feet, featuring several alpine lakes and diverse wetland environments for wildlife protection.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service established this refuge in 1993 following the rediscovery of the Wyoming toad population, which was previously thought extinct.

Scientists conduct research and monitoring activities throughout the year to study the Wyoming toad population and its interaction with the local ecosystem.

The refuge maintains restricted public access to protect the endangered Wyoming toad species and support ongoing conservation efforts by wildlife specialists.

Mortenson Lake contains the only natural population of Wyoming toads, which measure just over 2 inches and consume small invertebrates for survival.

Location: Albany County

Inception: 1993

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

GPS coordinates: 41.22030,-105.85900

Latest update: April 11, 2025 05:38