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Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge
24907 Farm to Market 2004, Lake Jackson, TX 77566
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24907 FM 2004 Rd, Lake Jackson, TX 77566, United States
About the Business
Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge is a park and tourist attraction located at 24907 Farm to Market 2004 in Lake Jackson, Texas, United States. This refuge features a unique combination of freshwater and saline environments, providing a habitat for over 320 species of birds, 95 species of reptiles and amphibians, and 130 species of butterflies and dragonflies. Visitors can enjoy wildlife viewing opportunities at the auto tour at Big Slough and the Cannan Bend Recreation Area.
The refuge's coastal estuary supports a diverse range of wildlife, including wintering waterfowl, shorebirds, and wading birds. The incoming tides from the Gulf of Mexico and fresh river waters create a biologically rich environment that serves as nursery grounds for fish, shellfish, and insects. Additionally, Brazoria manages coastal prairie lands that provide habitat for various species.
Visitors can obtain America the Beautiful Interagency Passes at the Complex Office in Brazoria. The refuge uses land management tools based on scientific research to ensure a balanced conservation approach that benefits both wildlife and people. Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge is part of the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail and lies in the Central Flyway, making it a prime location for birdwatching year-round.
By working with others to conserve and protect wildlife and their habitats, the refuge aims to benefit the American people. Please note that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service does not guarantee the accessibility of external websites linked on their page.
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Hours open
Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"Oddly, there was no staff onsite, and the center was closed midday on a Saturday. There was a mix of new conveninces like benches, but very poor distance markers and some trails with standing water."
"Wow, the mosquitoes! Jumbo mosquitoes surrounded us anywhere outdoors. The nature center was really cool, they had a small five-year-old American Alligator that we could touch, and the fine gentleman holding it had tons of great information about gators. After the visit inside, we did venture out to the boardwalk and saw a live alligator in the water, as well as some raccoons and several types of birds. We ended with the car path driving tour of the wetlands, which resulted in no additional wildlife sightings. Bring bug spray, cool place, recommended."
"We found the Refuge by passing the sign on 523, and u-turned. Glad we did. . This was their Open House that occurs annually between Christmas and New Year's. As a result, there were many really interesting exhibits open. I particularly found the butterfly guide informative, because we are trying to encourage pollinators. All the guides were friendly, informative, and committed. . Afterwards, we took the auto tour: you drive through the park to observe wildlife. That was great because, as a marshland, there were plenty of mosquitoes. My wife spied an alligator enjoying the sunny day. . Overall, this was an excellent find that I recommend as a half day trip."
"Nice place. Due to the extreme drought, all the water spaces were dried up and dusty. This kind of made it less than exciting to visit. But they are very dedicated to birds and the protection of birds. We respect that."
"Enter off the 227 (hoskins mound). Or Google big slough trail and auto tour. We loved coming here. There are a lot of birds and different species of birds. Even saw some baby birds and some crazy insects. We are from out of town visiting and we will be honest. We went to see some gators. And it didn't disappoint. We saw one gator at the front boardwalk and pavilion but there was one pond on the auto tour where we counted over 25 at one time. Most maybe 5-7 ft but did see a solid 10 footer. It was really awesome. I would highly recommend, and you can be in and out in 15-20 minutes if you want to be. The auto tour has many exits to make it short and sweet if you like.¹"
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