Coronavirus (COVID-19) Notice
Although most refuge lands and outdoor spaces have remained open for the public to enjoy, we encourage you to:

  • Check local conditions on this website and call ahead for current information
  • Follow current CDC safe practices by maintaining a safe distance between yourself and other groups
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
  • Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze
  • Most importantly, stay home if you feel sick


Around the Refuge

Visitor Activities

Birder - USFWS.

There are visitor activities year-round at Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge including wildlife viewing, cross-country skiing, canoeing and kayaking, environmental education and photography. Visit our Visitor Activities page to learn more.

Visitor Activities

Public Events

Owl Outing

There are events for the whole family year-round at Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge. Check out our calendar for a list of upcoming events

Upcoming Events

Get Involved

Building a kiosk

Volunteers are important to the work we do at Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge. Volunteer opportunities include leading tours and providing educational activities for school groups, staffing the nature store, conducting wildlife surveys and removing invasive species. Learn more on our Get Involved page.

Get Involved

Know Before You Go

Welcome sign at the refuge - USFWS.

Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge is open year-round from one half hour before sunrise to one half hour after sunset, seven days a week. Parts of the refuge are designated as a wildlife sanctuary and are closed to the public. Check out our Plan Your Visit page to learn more.

Plan Your Visit
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Wildlife and Habitat

Sandpiper - USFWS.

There are a variety of wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the year at Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge. Learn more on our Wildlife & Habitat page.

Wildlife & Habitat

About the Complex

Moosehorn Complex

Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge is managed as part of the Moosehorn Complex.

Read more about the complex
About the NWRS

National Wildlife Refuge System

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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.

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