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Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Complex

The Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Complex is part of the National Wildlife Refuge System managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. There are more than 540 refuges nationwide totaling over 94 million acres of land managed specifically for the conservation of fish and wildlife and their habitats. Refuges serve to protect America's natural and cultural heritage for all people and for future generations.

The Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Complex is headquartered in Ridgefield, Washington, and oversees the management of five refuges in the southwestern part of the state including: Ridgefield NWR and three refuges in the Columbia River Gorge - Franz Lake, Pierce and Steigerwald Lake NWR. Learn more about these individual refuges, refuge news, and recreational opportunities on this website.

New Gate Times Starting May 1, 2008 - Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Auto Tour Route and Carty Unit Hours: Daily -6:00 am to 8:30 pm (Automatic Entrance Gate Hours)

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