Visit Us

National wildlife refuges offer us all a chance to unplug from the stresses of daily life and reconnect with our natural surroundings. Begin your visit with a trip to the Visitor’s Center. Here you can learn about the refuge’s activities, plan your day, and gather more information. Then, take some time to enjoy our wonderful trails—many of our visitors like to watch the wildlife, go hiking, or take some beautiful wildlife photos. 

Driving Directions

The headquarters is located separately from the refuge about twelve miles north of Douglas along Highway 191. The physical street address is 7628 North Highway 191, West San Gabriel Road. 

 

GPS coordinates to the refuge headquarters are 31.581022 N,-109.506226 W. 

GPS coordinates for the refuge trailhead are 31.58796 N, 109.51332 W.  



 

From Douglas to the refuge headquarters:

The headquarters are located on Highway 191 approximately 11.3 miles north of the Highway 80 and Highway 191 junction, four miles west of Douglas. 



 

From Douglas to the refuge:

From A Ave., go north (A Ave. becomes Leslie Canyon Rd. after highway 80). The refuge is approximately 16.4 miles north of Douglas on Leslie Canyon Road. The trailhead is 0.33 miles up Leslie Canyon Rd. 



 

From Interstate 10 East to the refuge:

Take exit # 303 at Benson. Drive through Benson and follow signs to Tombstone. Almost four miles south of Tombstone, turn left onto Davis Road. Stay on Davis Road for 26 miles. At the second stop sign, turn right onto Highway 191. The entrance to the refuge headquarters is seven miles south of Davis Road on the right hand side of Highway 191. The Office is one mile west of Highway 191. 



 

From Interstate 10 West to the refuge:

Take exit 5 at Road Forks, New Mexico. Stay on Highway 80 through Douglas and turn right at Highway 191. Approximately 11.3 miles turn left onto the refuge headquarters entrance road. The headquarters is one mile west.  

Fees

There is no charge to visit.

Restrooms

There are no facilities available on the refuge.

Know Before You Go

  • This is a large and dry landscape so be sure to carry plenty of water.  

  • Because of its remoteness and proximity to Mexico, certain portions of the refuge do not have cell phone reception within the United States. Cell phone connections to Mexico are likely, which require international calling charges. 

  • Many of the people you encounter may not speak English.  

  • Unattended vehicles could be damaged or stolen.  

  • Remote areas of the refuge can encourage illegal activity. Be aware of your surroundings and make note of landmarks in case you need to be able to describe it to a law enforcement official. 

  • Because of law enforcement pursuits, there is the possibility of high speed driving on the refuge. Expect drivers to be distracted. 

Other Facilities in the Complex

Rules and Policies

There are a lot of fun, interesting, and educational things you can do on the refuge. Keep in mind, if an activity is not wildlife related and does not help in the protection or understanding of wildlife or their habitat, there are probably refuge rules governing this activity. Please check with the refuge management before participating in an activity that could harm the environment or yourself. There are plenty of activities at Leslie Canyon National Refuge to enjoy. Be safe and have fun!

  • Portions of the refuge are open every day during daylight hours for walk-in visitors. 

  • Observe wildlife from a safe distance. Young animals should be left alone. 

  • The refuge is managed for the benefit of wildlife and habitat. As such, all plants, wildlife, and cultural features are legally protected. 

  • Persons possessing, transporting, or carrying firearms on National Wildlife Refuges must comply with all provisions of state and local law. Persons may only use (discharge) firearms in accordance with refuge regulations. 

Locations

Leslie Canyon National Wildlife Refuge
7628 North Highway 191Douglas,AZ85607
Driving Directions

The headquarters is located separately from the refuge about twelve miles north of Douglas along Highway 191. The physical street address is 7628 North Highway 191, West San Gabriel Road. 

 

GPS coordinates to the refuge headquarters are 31.581022 N,-109.506226 W. 

GPS coordinates for the refuge trailhead are 31.58796 N, 109.51332 W.  



 

From Douglas to the refuge headquarters:

The headquarters are located on Highway 191 approximately 11.3 miles north of the Highway 80 and Highway 191 junction, four miles west of Douglas. 



 

From Douglas to the refuge:

From A Ave., go north (A Ave. becomes Leslie Canyon Rd. after highway 80). The refuge is approximately 16.4 miles north of Douglas on Leslie Canyon Road. The trailhead is 0.33 miles up Leslie Canyon Rd. 



 

From Interstate 10 East to the refuge:

Take exit # 303 at Benson. Drive through Benson and follow signs to Tombstone. Almost four miles south of Tombstone, turn left onto Davis Road. Stay on Davis Road for 26 miles. At the second stop sign, turn right onto Highway 191. The entrance to the refuge headquarters is seven miles south of Davis Road on the right hand side of Highway 191. The Office is one mile west of Highway 191. 



 

From Interstate 10 West to the refuge:

Take exit 5 at Road Forks, New Mexico. Stay on Highway 80 through Douglas and turn right at Highway 191. Approximately 11.3 miles turn left onto the refuge headquarters entrance road. The headquarters is one mile west.  

Hours
Refuge Headquarters Office
Mon - Fri
8 am - 4 pm
Refuge Hours
Daily
Sunrise - Sunset