Izembek Wildlife Refuge, Alaska, United States
5.0 (2 reviews) Spent Ranking #1 in Cold Bay Nature & Wildlife Areas
Amazing outdoor wilderness with good access
Found near the western tip of the Alaska Peninsula, the Izembek National Wildlife Refuge is home to an amazing array of waterfowl, terrestrial and seabirds, caribou, giant brown bears, foxes, and salmon/char. There’s an extensive road system that dates back to its history as a strategic military location during WW2/the Cold War, which is now used for exploring the beaches, wetlands, streams, and uplands of the Refuge. The centerpiece is the vast Izembek Lagoon, which is a crucial habitat for migratory birds (including the Pacific Brant, Emperor Geese, Canada Geese, and a host of duck species as well) and is filled with extensive eelgrass beds that contribute to the incredible productivity of this water body. It’s an easy flight from Anchorage to Cold Bay, and lodging/meals/rental cars/guides are available for exploring Izembek as well... enjoy one of my favorite places in Alaska :))
Address
1 Izembek Road, Cold Bay, AK 99571
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Website
http://www.fws.gov/refuge/izembek/
Current local date and time now
Thursday, May 09, 2024, 12:33
User Ratings
5.0 based on (2 reviews)
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5G C 5:00 PM Oct 7, 2019
Amazing outdoor wilderness with good access
Found near the western tip of the Alaska Peninsula, the Izembek National Wildlife Refuge is home to an amazing array of waterfowl, terrestrial and seabirds, caribou, giant brown bears, foxes, and salmon/char. There’s an extensive road system that dates back to its history as a strategic military location during WW2/the Cold War, which is now used for exploring the beaches, wetlands, streams, and uplands of the Refuge. The centerpiece is the vast Izembek Lagoon, which is a crucial habitat for migratory birds (including the Pacific Brant, Emperor Geese, Canada Geese, and a host of duck species as well) and is filled with extensive eelgrass beds that contribute to the incredible productivity of this water body. It’s an easy flight from Anchorage to Cold Bay, and lodging/meals/rental cars/guides are available for exploring Izembek as well... enjoy one of my favorite places in Alaska :))
