Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
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America's Wildest Places - Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge, Alabama
The Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge is located on both banks of the Chattahoochee River in south-east Alabama and south-west Georgia. Named after the city of Eufaula, the refuge offers a variety of wetland and upland habitats for diverse fauna. A prominent feature of the abundant wetlands is Lake Eufaula (Walter F. George Reservoir) and several feeder streams.
The Eufaula NWR is home to a large variety of birds, mammals, reptiles and insects. Habitats range from lake to shallow shores, from creeks to wetlands, from open fields to shaded woodlands. In addition to the many species which call the refuge home year round, many more use the refuge as a migratory destination or stop over during the fall, winter and spring.
The refuge's primary purpose is to provide habitat for wintering waterfowl, other migratory birds and resident species; to provide habitat and protection for endangered or threatened species; and to provide wildlife oriented recreational opportunities for the public.
Waterfowl can be seen most easily November through February. Visitors are directed to the Upland Waterfowl Viewing Platform overlooking the Upland Impoundment. It is a covered, open-air pavilion, and the impoundment is a shallow water area managed specifically as a waterfowl resting and feeding area.
To see wading and water-birds, visitors are directed to one of four impoundments, three of which have active nesting colonies of several species.
In the spring, breeding herons and egrets can be seen on Bird Island visible from the Wildlife Drive. The island is off limits to visitors.
Migratory songbirds can best be seen on walks into wooded areas around the wildlife drive or other areas. Many other wildlife species such as alligators, hawks, and deer can be seen along the 7-mile wildlife drive.
TRAVEL & TOURISM
In general, the refuge is open to visitors during daylight hours, seven days a week. Brochures are available at the leaflet racks located at the entrance to the wildlife drive, at the headquarters, and at the entrance of the Kennedy and Bradley units. There is a 7-mile auto route, two viewing towers, and a walking trail.
The best time to observe most wildlife is the early morning or late afternoon hours. Some species can be observed during mid-day.
Refuge tours are provided for organized scout, school, and church groups or other organizations. Off-refuge programs are provided to civic groups, school classes, or any other organization when staff/volunteers are available.
Only licensed vehicles are permitted. Access is limited to gravel roads; some roads are closed seasonally. ATVs are prohibited. Horseback riding is permitted on gravel roads only. Riders are cautioned to watch for vehicles. Non-motorized bikes are permitted on gravel roads only. Hunters, fishermen and wildlife observers are encouraged to use bicycles to access remote areas.
Address:
367 Highway 165
Eufaula, AL 36027-8187
(334) 687-4065
FAX: (334) 687-5906
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Driving through Eufaula, Alabama
Eufaula is the largest city in Barbour County, Alabama, United States.
In 1963, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers created Walter F. George Lake (unofficially named Lake Eufaula) behind the lock and dam of Fort Gaines, Georgia, once again assuring Eufaula's importance as an inland port.
In the early 1960s, the United States Coast Guard set up an Aids to Navigation Team in Eufaula that is still active today servicing from Columbus, Georgia, to Apalachicola, Florida, and the Flint River.
In 1964, the Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge was established along Lake Walter F. George to serve and protect many endangered and threatened species such as the American bald eagle, the American alligator, the wood stork and the peregrine falcon. The refuge is a major tourist attraction for visitors from around the country.
On March 3, 2019, a tornado hit the city as part of a larger tornado outbreak.
Americas Wildest Places Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge, Alabama
The Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge is located on both banks of the Chattahoochee River in south-east Alabama and south-west Georgia. Named after the city of Eufaula, the refuge offers a variety.
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The Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge
Established in 1964, the Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge is located on both banks of the historic Chattahoochee River and in two states: southeast Alabama and southwest Georgia. This 11,184-acre wetland refuge contains a number of unique habitats and is known for its diversity of flora and fauna. Visit the website at fws.gov/eufaula or read the in-depth article on Wikipedia. This video is brought to you by The Philosophical Traveller (
Eufaula Alabama/Georgia US Wildlife Refuge 2005 part 1 of 2
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Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge Overview / Full length
Meeting: 2011 Alabama Forest Owners' Association Annual Meeting. Video 4
Topic: Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge Overview
Speaker: John Earle, Refuge Manager
The annual meeting has been divided into several videos. One video for each presentation. Make the video larger by pressing the four arrows at the bottom right of the video. Soon you will find all the available presentations at the 2011 AFOA Annual Meeting at this link:
Video filmed & produced by: Alabama Forest Owners' Association (AFOA)
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Deep in the South, close to the Alabama, Georgia border is one of the most elegant towns, with grand historic heritage homes lining shaded streets. Absolutely beautiful...
Eufaula is the largest city in Barbour County, Alabama with a population around 14,000.
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Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge is an 11,184 acre (45.26 km2) National Wildlife Refuge located in Barbour and Russell counties in Alabama and Stewart and Quitman counties in Georgia. Eufaula NWR is located on the Walter F. George Lake (also known as Lake Eufaula) along the Chattahoochee River between Alabama and Georgia. Of the 11,184 acres (45.26 km2) of managed property, 7,953 acres (32.18 km2) are in Alabama and 3,231 acres (13.08 km2) are in Georgia.
Eufaula NWR was established in 1964 in cooperation with the United States Army Corps of Engineers which manages the Walter F. George Lock and Dam and the majority of Walter F. George Lake. More than 325,000 visitors per year visit the refuge. The fiscal year 2005 budget was $718,000.
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Exploring Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge, AL: Trails and Wildlife Drive
One of the best birding spots in the entire state is this refuge in southeast Alabama. A stone's throw from Lakepoint State Park, a half mile nature trail crosses Cool Branch, which the rest of the refuge offers roads for walking and driving, where lots of herons, egrets, hawks and even alligators can be spotted. It's a quiet place that's never crowded when I visit. A perfect place to spend a day exploring!
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Lake Eufaula, Alabama Fishing Tournament 2017
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Big gators at Lake Eufaula.
Might be exaggerating their size but they look that big when you are so close.
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