State Parks and National Parks

The Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge provides habitat for more than 50,000 ducks, geese and other migratory birds during spring. Many species of waterfowl also use the area for nesting and rearing their young.

The 3,036 acres of wetlands on the refuge represent some of the last quality breeding habitat available in eastern Washington for waterfowl, which have experienced tremendous population declines across North America due to loss of breeding, migration and wintering habitat.

Mammals found on the refuge include deer, elk, coyotes, beaver, badger, muskrats and mink. The 17,908 acres include numerous lakes and marshes and ponderosa pine forests.

The 2,200-acre public use area is open daily during daylight hours. Visitors use a five-mile auto tour route, hike short trails, observe wildlife, use a photo blind or participate in environmental education at four study sites and one classroom.

One trail is a wheelchair-accessible boardwalk with railings. Interpretive panels are to be installed. The classroom, restrooms, and refuge office also are wheelchair-accessible,

Visitors can expect to see a diversity of waterfowl species, elk, deer, coyote, red-tailed hawks, and many species of passerine birds. The western bluebird is often seen in spring and summer.

The refuge is closed to hunting, fishing, and boating.

Photo credits in order: Courtesy of Corel.