Wildlife refuge in Narragansett, Rhode Island

The John H. Chafee National Wildlife Refuge is a beautiful park and tourist attraction located at 43 Crest Avenue in Narragansett, Rhode Island, United States. This institution works with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the benefit of the American people. Visitors can enjoy the natural beauty of the refuge and may also find hunting information and brochures available on their website. Please note that the institution does not guarantee that linked websites comply with accessibility requirements and does not endorse or favor any particular sites.

Avalonia Land Conservancy, Sandy Point Nature Preserve is a beautiful 35-acre barrier island located in Little Narragansett Bay, with only the western tip in Connecticut and the rest in Rhode Island. Managed as a wildlife refuge since 2015 by the US Fish and Wildlife Service, it is a major spawning ground for Horseshoe crabs and home to nesting American Oystercatchers, Piping Plovers, and Least Terns. Accessible only by water, the island is surrounded by shifting sand bars and is closed to the public during nesting season to protect these species. Sandy Point Island is also an important migratory bird habitat. Permits are required during the summer season for usage, and 2023 Season Passes are available online through the USFWS website. Consider donating to Avalonia or becoming a member to support the preservation of natural habitats in southeastern Connecticut.