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Come out and enjoy Aransas National Wildlife Refuge!
All of our trails offer great birding opportunities. There are also opportunities to spot an American alligator or other coastal critters. Get more information on our trails here.
Hunting is permitted on the refuge. Hunting opportunities include archery and rifle hunts for white-tailed deer and feral hog, as well as a youth hunt. Get more information on hunting opportunities here.
Fishing is a popular activity at the refuge. Come out and take advantage of the fishing pier, or wade out into San Antonio Bay in the summer season. Get more information about fishing here.
Bicycling the refuge roads is a great way to enjoy the refuge and see some wildlife. There are bike racks available at at popular locations. Learn more about bicycling the refuge here.
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The Matagorda Island Unit of the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge is part of long chain of barrier islands that extend down the Texas coastline. This rugged landscape is host or home to many amazing wildlife species, including whooping cranes, Kemp's Ridley sea turtles, reddish egrets, alligators and coyotes.
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