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Refuge Guidelines

The following guidelines will help make your visit to the Rappahannock River Valley NWR more safe and enjoyable.

VISITOR ALERT

The rustic walking trails at the Port Royal Unit are CLOSED due to an active bald eagle nest along Roy's Run.  Visitors are invited to observe the eagles and nest from the refuge parking area or the end of Caroline Street.  The trails will reopen when the eaglets fledge, probably in June or July 2008.  Thank you for your cooperation in helping us conserve bald eagles.

Roads and Trails
In an effort to protect delicate habitats, we ask that you stay on designated roads and trails.

Firearms and other weapons
Prohibited on the refuge except as permitted during designated hunts.

Pets
Must be kept on a leash.

Plants, Animals, and Artifacts
Disturbing or collecting is prohibited.

Swimming, Camping, or Fires
Prohibited on the refuge.

Hours
The Wilna Tract is open daily, sunrise to sunset.
Other Refuge Tracts may be visited, with advanced reservations.   To schedule a visit, please call (804) 333-1470 during business hours.
The Refuge Headquarters is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., except Federal Holidays.

Entrance Fee
There is no fee required to visit the Refuge.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Eastern Virginia Rivers NWR Complex
P.O. Box 1030
Warsaw, VA 22572

Office: (804) 333-1470
Fax: (804) 333-3396
E-mail: Rappahannock River Valley NWR