Block Island National Wildlife Refuge

Approximately 12 miles offshore on picturesque Block Island, this small refuge provides important habitat for wildlife and supports an abundant white-tailed deer population. All hunters must sign and carry a current-year refuge brochure for the appropriate hunting season.

White-tailed deer...

The distinctive habitats on and around Block Island support some of the best sport-fishing in New England. With more than 300 freshwater ponds and the surrounding Atlantic Ocean, almost any type of fishing is available, depending on the season. Typically, peak season is from early spring until...

Refuge lands on Block Island are most notable for the large concentration (over 70 species) of migratory songbirds which visit the area each fall. Located in the Atlantic flyway, many young, inexperienced songbirds "overfly" the mainland and stopover on Block Island before continuing their...

Refuge lands on Block Island are most notable for the large concentration (over 70 species) of migratory songbirds which visit the area each fall. Located in the Atlantic flyway, many young, inexperienced songbirds "overfly" the mainland and stopover on Block Island before continuing their...

At Beane Point we have a newly renovated contact station. Our volunteer/caretakers are making use of this facility to provide educational opportunities for residents and visitors alike. We present several significant public programs each year that are often use Beane Point as a base of...

There are year-round walks and talks conducted by both volunteers and staff who are eager to share their enjoyment of nature with you.