Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge
About the Business
Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge, located on Zeugner Drive in Karnack, Texas, is a stunning park and tourist attraction that offers visitors the chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. The refuge features numerous hiking and horseback riding trails, as well as wildlife observation areas where visitors can learn about the diverse flora and fauna that call the area home.
The refuge is home to a number of rare and threatened species, including the peregrine falcon, alligator snapping turtle, and Rafinesque's big-eared bat. The wetlands of Caddo Lake are vital for migratory bird species within the Central Flyway, with high breeding populations of wood ducks, prothonotary warblers, and other birds. The lake also boasts a diverse fish population, making it a popular spot for sports fishing.
At Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge, the focus is on conserving, protecting, and enhancing fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the benefit of all Americans. Visitors can learn about the history of the refuge and the importance of preserving natural habitats for future generations. Come and experience the beauty and tranquility of Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge for yourself.
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Location & Phone number
Zeugner Dr, Karnack, TX 75661, United States
Reviews
"We had a great time exploring the ole ammunition plant here as well as the visitors center. Place is clean and beautiful :)"
"Creepy and secluded. Not well marked at all. Seemed dangerous. No maps for hiking. Dock was pretty, saw a few deer. Good place to launch a kayak or canoe. GPS was confused and no one else was there, most of the main roads in the grid are gated off and inaccessible. History is very interesting but not much is posted about it, no one to answer questions about visitor center."
"Lots of history and nature in this massive preserve. Saw a few other cars during our stay. Took a few hikes and went down to the boat ramp at the end of star Ranch. Also explored the abandon buildings. Trails were not marked to well but found a few."
"Found Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge by accident when I was late night searching new places to ride bikes. The refuge is the old Longhorn Army Ammunition Plant. There are several ruins scattered throughout the woods for you to find and explore. The refuge includes several miles of hiking trails and horseback riding trails. Bikers must remain on paved/improved roads; they don't want you on the hiking trails. Please be mindful of snakes while exploring. If you visit Starr Ranch on the back side of the park, snakes like to hang out on the pier."
"Loved this place. It's huge, and there are tons of areas you can just walk around and explore. It can get a little confusing though. To get to the main abandoned WW2 factory, just type "6th st" into your GPS once you're at the wildlife refugee. It will take you straight to the ruins. You can see them from the street, and there is a large sign there as well. Also, make sure to go down Starr Ranch road... the end of the road is absolutely gorgeous, and there is a really cool kayak and boat launch, and hiking trail. There are SEVERAL buildings you can explore, hiking trails, etc. I could spend weeks here and not see everything. Oh yeah, to get to the bathrooms, take the road to the left as soon as you enter the wildlife refugee gate, you will see bathrooms on left side. I'm not sure if the visitor center has them, as no one was there when I went. Highly recommend. The ruins alone are worth it."
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