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Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge

Marion, IL U.S.A.

8588 Route 148
Marion, IL 62959
U.S.A.
618-997-3344
618-997-8961 Fax
Open Year-Round Entry Fee Charged
State Park Information

The Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge is located in southern Illinois. The 43,600-acre refuge is an annual migration stop for more than 120,000 Canada geese.

Common mammal species include Virginia opossum, shrew, brown bat, white-tailed deer, fox squirrel, southern flying squirrel and meadow jumping mouse, as well as coyote, red fox, long-tailed weasel and mink.

Hiking, wildlife observation, fishing, hunting, boating and camping are popular activities.

Outdoor Activities
Activities Column 1 Activities Column 2 Activities Column 3
Camping available Freshwater Fishing available Visitor Center available
Hiking available Saltwater Fishing not available Children's Activities available
Backpacking not available Guided Tours not available
Rock Climbing not available Scenic Drives available
Horse Trails not available Big Game Hunting available Picnicking available
Wheelchair Trails/Ramps available Upland Hunting available Off-Road Vehicles not available
Waterfowl Hunting available Lodging Nearby available
Restaurants Nearby available
Canoeing available
Kayaking available Cross-Country Skiing not available
Rafting not available Downhill Skiing not available Bird-Watching available
Beaches available Snowboarding not available Nature Viewing available
Boat Launch available Snowshoeing not available Historic Sites not available
Snowmobiling not available
Ice Skating not available
Mountain Biking not available Winter Camping not available
Touring available

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