Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

Directions: Located about 10 miles E of Olympia on the N side of Interstate 5. Take Exit 114, turn N under the freeway, then turn right on Brown Farm Road. Entrance fee required.

Primary Wildlife: This unique combination of estuaries, tidal flats, and fresh water marshes is being preserved and enhanced as a wintering area for waterfowl. Nisqually River and McAllister Creek on the refuge serve as either spawning, rearing, or passage areas for anadromous fish. The variety of habitats also supports a great diversity of raptors, shorebirds and songbirds.

Habitat: 2,817 acres of estuaries, tidal flats, freshwater marshes, riparian woodlands, dikes and grasslands on the Nisqually Delta.

Recreation and Education: Photo blinds and observation deck for wildlife observation, study, and photography. Environmental education activities. Seven miles of walking trails. Fishing in designated areas. Interpretive trail and exhibits. Twin Barns Education Center available for school groups and open to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays.

Special Note: Entrance fee is $3 per family daily, or admission with Federal duck stamp, golden eagle, golden age, or golden access passports. Foot access only. More land is being acquired to complete the refuge. The Nisqually Delta is one of the largest remaining undisturbed estuaries in Western Washington. Pets prohibited. Refuge is open daylight hours, 7 days a week.

100 Brown Farm Road
Olympia, WA 98516
(360) 753-9467