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Chimon Island Unit

Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge
Approximate address for Veterans Park boat launch:
Norwalk, CT 06855

The Chimon Island Unit has historically supported as many as 1,200 breeding pairs of herons, egrets and ibises. To protect habitat, the West Beach is the only portion of the island open to the public. Passive public uses like wildlife observation and photography are encouraged there. The nearest public motorboat launch is at Veterans Park, and it requires a fee. 

Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge
733 Old Clinton Road
Westbrook, CT 06498-1760
Get directions
860-399-2513
shaun_roche@fws.gov

Refuge Headquarters is located at the Salt Meadow Unit: 733 Old Clinton Road, Westbrook, CT 06498 Fax: 860-399-2515

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