Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge
Overview
Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge is managed by Fish and Wildlife Service and is located near Townsend, Georgia.
Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1962 and has since served as a premier nesting, foraging, and wintering habitat for many species of wildlife. Signature species include wood storks, which nest in a large colony on Woody Pond, and the colorful and uncommon painted bunting, which favors nesting habitat in the refuge's maritime scrub areas. The refuge encompasses six man-made freshwater ponds, as well as extensive salt marsh, open fields, forested wetlands, and mixed hardwood/pine forest. This diversity of habitat makes the refuge an important resource for migratory birds (342 species of birds have been seen on the refuge and 83 species breed here).
Things to Do at Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge include:
Nearby Activities
- Auto Touring
- Biking
- Birding
- Environmental Education
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Interpretive Programs
- Photography
- Wildlife Viewing
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
From I-95, take Exit 67 (South Newport) and turn south onto U.S. Highway 17, towards Darien/Brunswick. In less than a mile, turn left onto Harris Neck Road (just past the Smallest Church in America). Continue on Harris Neck Road for approximately 7 miles to the refuge entrance on your left.
GPS Coordinates: 31.63003860000000, -81.28572000000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: 912-832-4608
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