Due to a wintery mix on the horizon, the refuge will delay opening on Wednesday December 23 until staff can assess road and trail safety. Please note: the refuge does not apply salt to roads and trails. As a result, conditions may be significantly slicker than surrounding areas. Thank you for your patience so we can ensure the safety of our team and visitors.
The rich and varied habitats of the refuge provide wildlife and visitors alike with a place to rest and recharge. Several recreational opportunities are available for visitors to watch wildlife, hike, bike, and hunt on the refuge.
Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge is managed by Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. For more information, please contact Parker River at (978) 465-5753. The general email address for Great Bay NWR is parkerriver@fws.gov
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A national wildlife refuge is typically a contiguous area of land and water managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for the conservation and, where appropriate, restoration of fish, wildlife and plant resources and their habitats for the benefit of present and future generations of Americans.
Learn more about national wildlife refuge by visiting during open hours, or joining one of our programs!
The refuge supports a wide variety of wildlife-dependent recreational opportunities. You can learn more about how to enjoy some of our popular activities by following the links below:
- Walking
- Biking
- Wildlife Observation & Photography
- Hunting
- Volunteering