Know Before You Go

Know Before You Go

While out on the refuge, waterproof footgear or old sneakers are recommended during most seasons in the Wilderness Area. Mosquitoes, ticks, and deer flies may be numerous from May to September throughout the refuge, so insect repellent and protective clothing are advisable. Ticks can transmit Lyme disease, which has been found in the area.

About the NWRS

National Wildlife Refuge System

The National Wildlife Refuge System, within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, manages a national network of lands and waters set aside to conserve America’s fish, wildlife, and plants.

What's Happening

• Visitor Activities

  

  There are a wide variety of visitor activities available at Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge including wildlife viewing, photography, environmental education and hunting.

  Learn more about the upcoming programs on the refuge.

• Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center Open 7 Days a week!

  

  Stop by the Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center with it's new hours any day of the week from 10:00am to 4:00pm. The Friends Nature Shop will be open Thur-Fri noon-4:00pm Sat-Sun 10am-4pm.