Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) is open to the public from sunrise until sunset every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from September through May. Due to the refuge’s small size, fragile habitat, and ongoing restoration work, the refuge is closed during June, July, and August.
Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge is only 116 acres in size, and its ample activities can be enjoyed within a leisurely day.
Things to do include:
Enjoy an enchanting streamside stroll through the oasis while looking for dragonflies and hummingbirds
Visit the stream viewing window (pictured above) to glimpse into the underwater world of the endangered Moapa dace, Moapa White River springfish, and other aquatic wildlife in their native environment
Learn more about the refuge, local wildlife, and the Moapa valley from the informative displays throughout the refuge
Pack a lunch to enjoy in the pavilion, which offers shade and picnic tables.
Go for a walk on the Loop Trail. After you climb the trail, you can read the informational placard and enjoy the breathtaking view of the green valley oasis, including the refuge, the neighboring Warm Springs Natural Area, and the surrounding mountains. This trail is a half-mile loop and is moderately challenging.
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Courtesy T. Turner – As far as the eyes can see