Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Pacific Region
 

 

Welcome

Located on the Columbia River, near the town of Washougal, Washington, the 1,049-acre Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge consists of historic riverine floodplain habitat, semi-permanent wetlands, cottonwood-dominated riparian corridors, pastures, and remnant stands of Oregon white oak.

The refuge lies partly within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, and has been designated as the location for a "Gateway to the Gorge" visitor center. No funding for the Gateway/visitor center has been secured, however, the refuge opened the Gibbons Creek Wildlife Art Trail in June 2009 for your enjoyment. These facilities offer parking, kiosks, trail, restrooms and other visitor amenities.

Current Events

The Columbia Gorge Refuge Stewards is a Friends organization helping to preserve and maintain the Steigerwald Lake, Pierce, and Franz Lake National Wildlife Refuges. This organization also offers current events and numerous volunteer opportunities. To learn more or become a member please visit: Columbia Gorge Refuge Stewards.

Volunteers Still Needed, Even After the Fire

For more information, please click on the link Get Involved in the left column of this page.

Gibbons Creek Wildlife Art Trail

The northern segment of the Gibbons Creek Wildlife Art Trail will be open from May 1 through September 30.

Follow this link to learn more: Gibbons Creek Wildlife Art Trail.

 
Last updated: May 16, 2013