Tourism - Nisqually Wildlife Refuge - Olympia, Washington
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The Nisqually Wildlife Refuge is a temperate coastal salt marsh that is a major resting area for migratory waterfowl in the southern Puget Sound region.
Waymark Code: WM1N8A
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 06/07/2007
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The Nisqually Wildlife Refuge is a temperate coastal salt marsh that is a major resting area for migratory waterfowl in the southern Puget Sound region, and is registered as a National Natural Landmark. The official Landmark Webpage calls it "an unusually fine example of an estuarine ecosystem, and the only natural resting area for migratory waterfowl in the southern Puget Sound region." A 5 1/2 mile trail loops the refuge and features 2 overlooks and several viewing binoculars (no coins necessary, these are free.) The trail is a favorite of birders and wildlife photographers.
The refuge Website can be viewed here, and a map of the refuge can be downloaded here. If you are interested in the wide variety of species supported by this refuge, be sure to link to the refuge's Website. There are individual pages for lists of birds, fish, mammals, and reptiles and amphibians. The fee to visit the refuge is $3 paid in an envelope near the entrance to the Visitor Center.
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