Warning: dangerous rip currents are expected through the week due to impacts from Hurricane Erin. Even strong swimmers can become fatigued quickly in a strong current. Please use extreme caution when enjoying the beach, monitor children closely, and when in doubt don't go out. A life ring is available at the end of the Lot 1 board walk for emergencies.
Plover chicks have fledged for the summer and the entire refuge beach is now open for public use as of Tuesday, August 12. Thank you for respecting closed areas so our most vulnerable visitors can thrive.
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Visit Us
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service welcomes you to Parker River National Wildlife Refuge! National wildlife refuges offer us all a chance to unplug from the stresses of daily life and reconnect with our natural surroundings. Here, you can enjoy excellent wildlife-dependent recreational activities, including surf-fishing, wildlife observation and photography, a variety of interpretive programs, and seasonal waterfowl and deer hunting opportunities. A large visitor center - complete with a classroom and auditorium - supports many of these public uses.
Activities
At Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, wildlife come first. As you engage in recreational activities on the refuge, we appreciate your help maintaining this special place by following all rules and regulations. Information to help you recreate responsibly is included below.
Other Facilities in the Complex
Rules and Policies
In order to safeguard both wildlife and refuge visitors, please observe the following rules and regulations: