Facility Activities
Things to Do
If you have 15 minutes....
- Stop by the Refuge Headquarters office for some information and grab an English or Spanish trails brochure. Take a look at the outdoor bird feeders to get an up-close view of the Red-winged blackbirds, Acorn woodpeckers, sparrows, finches, Western Gray Squirrel and more! In the Winter enjoy the view of the seasonal pond behind the Headquarters office to see Wood ducks, a flock of dusky Canada goose, Ring-necked ducks, and other waterfowl.
If you have one hour....
- Go on a hike or go birding! William L. Finley has over 12 miles of trails and is one of the most popular locations for birders to see migratory birds, especially in the Spring and Winter.
If you have half a day or more....
- Drive the auto tour route through the different native habitats on the Refuge and explore the additional trails. You can access the auto tour from Finley Refuge Road or Bruce Road, see the map to plan your adventure!
Recreational Opportunities
With the passage of the National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act in 1997, six wildlife-dependent recreational activities are often managed on refuges as long as they are determined to be compatible, legitimate and appropriate public uses of the refuge. Hunting, fishing, wildlife observation, photography, environmental education, and interpretation are often referred to as the "big six". Turnbull offers five of the big six, including environmental education and interpretation programs, great wildlife viewing and photography opportunities, and limited annual hunts for elk, deer, and waterfowl.