Eagle
Observation Platform
Moosehorn has received national attention since a pair of bald eagles started
nesting in an osprey nesting platform in 1991. The pair has
successfully raised 13 chicks since then. The Observation Platform is
located along Rt. 1, is wheelchair accessible, and includes free
permanently-mounted binoculars. Two osprey nests are also visible.
Observation
Blind
Observe and photograph waterfowl, beavers, and other wildlife in Upper
Magurrewock Marsh. Located on the Charlotte Road between the refuge
headquarters and Rt. 1. The blind is wheelchair accessible and doubles as
a fishing pier.
50 Miles of Trails
Three
trails and miles of refuge dirt roads, closed to private vehicles, are open to
hiking and biking. These pass by many different habitat types and are great opportunities to find wildlife.
At the Edmunds Division, find marine life in intertidal pools or search for ocean shorebirds.
The
Woodcock Trail, excellent for observing the spring courtship flights of its
namesake, is wheelchair accessible.
Frequently-sighted wildlife
Mammals - Moose, beaver, black bear, deer, fox, porcupines, red squirrels.
Birds - Bald eagle, osprey, common loon, American kestrel, various
ducks and geese, woodcock, owls, and ruffed grouse.
Other - Painted turtles, snapping turtles, many salamanders and frogs.
Visit
the office for the latest sightings.
