Native animals and migratory birds call the 115,000-acre refuge home. A sizable flock of endangered whooping cranes seeks shelter here, as well as alligator, javelina, and armadillo.

 
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Expert Review of Aransas National Wildlife Refuge Trail System

Parks and Outdoors Review of Aransas National Wildlife Refuge Trail System

Away Travel Expert: Laurie Roddy
ParksExpert Rating 4.0 out of 5 Recommended for:
Birding,Day Hiking,Fly-Fishing,Saltwater Fishing
Parks and OutdoorsExpert Tips & Helpful Hints
  • This is a 70,000-acre wildlife refuge home to alligators, deer, bobcats, and more than 392 species of birds including the whooping crane which winters here.
  • Seven walking trails and a 16-mile driving tour loop are offered at the refuge.
  • Observation towers and boardwalks are present on most of the trails to allow for better wildlife viewing.

Address:
FM 2040
Port Aransas, Texas
Parking: One-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset
Price: $3

Visitor Information


Telephone Number: 361-286-3559
Website: http://www.fws.gov/southwest/REFUGES/texas/aransas
Email: fw2_rw_aransas@fws.gov
Price Information: $3
The details, dates, and prices mentioned here were accurate at the time of publication.

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