Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge

Directions: This refuge consists of tracts at both ends of Humboldt Bay. For further directions call or write the refuge office.

Primary Wildlife: Important staging area (especially spring) for the Pacific black brant and other migratory waterfowl. Migration staging area and wintering area for shorebirds.

Habitat: When completely acquired, the refuge will contain approximately 9,000 acres of diked marshes and seasonal wetlands, salt marshes, mudflats, and open water. Approximately 2,200 acres are currently in the refuge.

Route 1 Box 76
Loleta, CA 95551
(707) 733-5406




Published: 29 Apr 2002 | Last Updated: 13 Sep 2011
Details mentioned in this article were accurate at the time of publication

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