Umatilla National Wildlife Refuge

Directions: Located along both sides of the Columbia River in the vicinity of Irrigon, Oregon, and Paterson, Washington. Several access routes. Write for map.

Primary Wildlife: Nesting area for Great Basin Canada geese and several species of ducks. 90,000 wintering Canada geese. 200,000 wintering ducks; practically all species of ducks found in the west except sea ducks. The largest number of ducks on the refuge at one time was 458,000 on November 13, 1983. Long-billed curlews and other marsh and water birds nest on the refuge. Mammals include mule deer, coyote, and many smaller species. Walleye, steelhead, salmon, sturgeon, crappie, and bass are found in refuge waters.

Habitat: 29,370 acres of marshes, sloughs, open water, cropland, and sagebrush uplands.

Recreation and Education: Wildlife observation, study, and photography. Environmental education. Waterfowl hunting. Pheasant hunting. Fishing.

Special Note: Boating on Columbia River portions of refuge. Boats without motors are permitted on refuge ponds. Nearby state park and other campgrounds are located on both sides of the Columbia River. No overnight camping on refuge. Vehicles must stay on designated access roads. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

(Oregon and Washington)
P.O. Box 239
Post Office Building
Umatilla, OR 97882
(503) 922-3232
Waterfowl Season Hunting Hotline - (503) 922-HUNT
(October-January)