The Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, established by Congress in 1980, covers 7,000 acres of wildlife habitat for migratory birds, nesting sea turtles and the endangered Alabama beach mouse. Pets are not allowed in the Refuge in order to protect wildlife species at the site. The Refuge has 5 hiking trails, with some wheelchair accessibility. Guided nature tours of the refuge are conducted seasonally by Refuge staff and are by reservation only. The Refuge office is open weekdays from 7am to 3:30pm. Refuge beaches and trails are open 7 days a week during daylight hours only.
Keep your distance from other people.
Practicing social distancing is essential right now. Follow the advice of the health experts. If your community has asked that you remain indoors and away from others, do so. Heading to the beach should only be considered an option if social distancing practices can be followed. Spending a day in any crowded place is the worst thing we can do for our most vulnerable right now and will counter the efforts to curb the virus’ spread.
For more information, please visit the World Health Organization public resource on COVID-19.
The Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, established by Congress in 1980, covers 7,000 acres of wildlife habitat for migratory birds, nesting sea turtles and the endangered Alabama beach mouse. Pets are not allowed in the Refuge in order to protect wildlife species at the site. The Refuge has 5 hiking trails, with some wheelchair accessibility. Guided nature tours of the refuge are conducted seasonally by Refuge staff and are by reservation only. The Refuge office is open weekdays from 7am to 3:30pm. Refuge beaches and trails are open 7 days a week during daylight hours only.
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