Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
- Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
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Coordinates: 37°57′15″N 75°19′00″W / 37.95417°N 75.3166667°W / 37.95417; -75.3166667
The Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge is a 14,000-acre (57 km2) wildlife preserve operated by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. It is primarily located on the Virginia side of Assateague Island with portions (only about 3%) located on the Maryland side of the island as well as Morris Island and Wildcat Marsh. The refuge contains a large variety of wildlife animals and birds including the Chincoteague Pony.[1]
Other attractions within the refuge include:[1]
- Herbert H. Bateman Education & Administration Center
- Woodland Trail observation deck
- Assateague Lighthouse
- Beach Road
Gallery
See also
Notes
- ^ a b c d Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce. "Natural Attractions", Discover the Spirit of Chincoteague Island Virginia Visitor’s Guide 2008, 2008, p. 6 and 8.
External links
Categories:
- Protected areas of Accomack County, Virginia
- National Wildlife Refuges in Maryland
- National Wildlife Refuges in Virginia
- Protected areas of Worcester County, Maryland
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