Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Complex - (978) 465-5753

The varied habitats found on the refuge support a large number of species for you to view and enjoy all year round.

For official information about the Parker River NWR Complex: www.fws.gov/northeast/parkerriver/

For more information about the Fish and Wildlife Service: www.fws.gov

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The refuge consists of 4,662 acres of diverse upland and wetland habitats including sand beach and dune, shrub/thicket, bog, swamp, freshwater marsh, salt marsh and associated creek, river, mud flat, and salt panne. These and other refuge habitats support varied and abundant populations of resident and migratory wildlife including more than 300 species of birds, along with mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects, and plants.

The refuge provides opportunities for a number of wildlife-dependent public uses including wildlife viewing and photography, surf fishing, environmental education and interpretation, and waterfowl hunting. The refuge is well known as one of the premiere birding spots on the east coast. A relatively new visitor center provides information and exhibits about refuge wildlife, habitats, and management activities.

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