Malheur National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 36391 Sodhouse Lane, Princeton, OR 97721
About the Business
The Malheur National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center is a must-visit destination located at 36391 Sodhouse Lane, Princeton, Oregon, United States. This park and tourist attraction is the perfect starting point for visitors to explore and learn about the Refuge and its diverse wildlife. The knowledgeable staff and volunteers at the Visitor Center are available to help plan your visit, providing information on bird sightings, nature exhibits, recreational opportunities, and more.
The Visitor Center also features a Nature Store offering educational items and a Museum with interpretive exhibits showcasing nearly 200 mounted wildlife specimens. Visitors can enjoy the variety of trees and shrubs at the Refuge headquarters, attracting many migrating songbirds. Marshall Pond offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities, while the overlook above the headquarters provides stunning views of Malheur Lake.
Even if the Visitor Center and Nature Store are closed, visitors can still explore the outdoor interpretive panels and Museum exhibits at the Refuge headquarters. The Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, located in southeastern Oregon’s high desert, is famous for its spectacular concentrations of wildlife and abundant water resources. The Refuge provides a range of recreational opportunities for visitors to enjoy, from wildlife watching to photography, fishing, and hunting.
Learn about the history of Malheur, from the earliest evidence of human presence to the establishment of the Refuge. Discover the geology and Native American uses of the area, as well as the impact of the Civilian Conservation Corps and the establishment of the Refuge. The Refuge System, managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, is dedicated to wildlife conservation and protecting natural resources.
Established in 1908 to protect migratory waterfowl, Malheur National Wildlife Refuge now encompasses over 187,000 acres and serves as an important stop along the Pacific Flyway for hundreds of thousands of migratory birds and other wildlife. Visitors can contribute to conservation efforts, learn about nature, and enjoy the outdoors while exploring the Refuge. Join volunteers, youth groups, and other community members in making a difference in wildlife conservation and habitat protection.
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Hours open
Monday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Reviews
"It's a very peaceful place to visit and view over 340 species of birds! If you love bird watching, this is the place for you! There are also some great viewing sites. My favorites are Buena Vista Ponds and Overlook, Krumbo Reservoir, Benson Pond, Knox Ponds."
"You would never know that the headquarters to the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge would be a hidden oasis in the midst of ranch lands. We drove several miles on a washboard gravel road, thinking we missed this place. The milage on the sinage is a smidge off, or maybe it's our vehicle. On the perimeter of miles of wetlands frequented by migratory birds lies this place. A paved path from the parking area leads you into beautifully groomed grass and gardens. An interpretive center is there as is a cool little museum that has information on every migratory bird, their eggs, etc. The gift shop is worth a visit too! You can bird watch by sitting in the blinds that are available. Talk with the hosts who can inform you of recent bird sightings, or simply sit and enjoy all the bird activity around you. This was my first ever sighting of a great horned owl. It was a baby that the parents kept very busy feeding. Bring a lunch or snack and take your time there. A bird watchers paradise!"
"Been waiting for several years to come to this place, we picked a great time of year in September it was cool enough not to be hot everything was green and orange the colors were spectacular the roads were dry and excellent experience something not to be missed!"
"I was so looking forward to visit Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, as the season now, I feel so frustrated of bugs. You will not believe how much grasshoppers are there. They are like clouds around your car!!! And mosquitoes can almost carryover you! Which season should I come next time? Anyone familiar with this location can give us some suggestions? Thank you in advance! The refuge is beautiful and big!"
"Malheur is an amazing place to see migrating birds, such as White Faced Ibis, Willets, Curlews, Dowicher, Wilson's Snipe, Black Neck Stilt, American Avocet, Tundra and Trumpeter Swans, Sandhill Cranes, a wide variety of waterfowl, various swallows and a tree swallow nest, and of course, resident birds such as pheasants, chuckars, and quail. There are bald and golden eagles as well as various kinds of blackbirds and other small birds, like the Marsh Wrens. We also had the opportunity to see a Great Horned Owl and the chick in the nest. In short, this is an amazing place to experience a wide variety of birds in a high desert setting with the backdrop of Steens Mountain in the distance. Starting your visit at the Visitor Center is a great way to begin."
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