About Presquile National Wildlife Refuge
Presquile National Wildlife Refuge was officially established in 1953 for use as an inviolate sanctuary, or for any other management purpose, for migratory birds. It is an important stopover site to migratory birds as they travel up and down the Atlantic Flyway. In addition, the 1,329 acre island refuge provides protected breeding habitat for State-listed threatened and endangered species, as well as many neotropical migrating bird species. Hundreds of native plant and animal species thrive in the isolated wetlands, forests, and grassland habitats.
How to Get There
Directions to the Administrative Office: Turn North onto Kimages Road (Route 658) from John Tyler Memorial Highway (Route 5). Proceed approximately 1 mile and turn right into the Harrison Lake National Fish Hatchery Campus. The refuge office is located in the fourth brick building.Directions to the Refuge: Presquile NWR is located near Hopewell, Virginia, in Chesterfield County, and is approximately 20 miles southeast of Richmond, the State capital. Please note the refuge is an island and only accessible by special use permit or during refuge sponsored events. The regional context of the project area is defined by the interactions of the nearby metropolitan area, the James River watershed, and the Chesapeake Bay Estuary.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Presquile National Wildlife Refuge
Heading to Presquile National Wildlife Refuge? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Presquile National Wildlife Refuge?
No central reservation system listed for Presquile National Wildlife Refuge. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/1572) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Presquile National Wildlife Refuge?
Directions to the Administrative Office: Turn North onto Kimages Road (Route 658) from John Tyler Memorial Highway (Route 5). Proceed approximately 1 mile and turn right into the Harrison Lake National Fish Hatchery Campus. The refuge office is located in the fourth brick building.Directions to the Refuge: Presquile NWR is located near Hopewell, Virginia, in Chesterfield County, and is approximate…
How do I contact Presquile National Wildlife Refuge?
You can reach the park at phone: 804-829-9020 or email: Fw5rw_evrnwr@fws.gov.
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