BON SECOUR NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

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Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge


April 28, 2024

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge is located in the state of Alabama, not Wisconsin. It is a protected area of coastal dunes, marshes, and beaches that is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including sea turtles, migratory birds, and endangered species like the Alabama beach mouse.

Some good reasons to visit Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge include the opportunity to see rare and exotic wildlife, hike through beautiful natural landscapes, and learn about the history and ecology of the Gulf Coast region.

Specific points of interest within the refuge include the Jeff Friend Trail, which offers a scenic and informative walk through the dunes and marshes, and the Fort Morgan State Historic Site, which dates back to the Civil War era and offers a glimpse into the region's rich history.

Interesting facts about the area include the fact that it was once a site of intense conflict during the Civil War, with both Union and Confederate forces vying for control of the strategic Gulf Coast location.

The best time of year to visit Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge depends on the activities you wish to pursue. Spring and fall are popular times for birdwatching and hiking, while summer is ideal for beach activities and water sports. Winter is a quieter time of year, but can still offer opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Warrior Resrvoir

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Lake Tecumseh

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Common Carp Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Turtlehead Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Mastodon Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

I & M Canal

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Monee Reservoir

American Eel Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Banana Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Sterling Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Gebhard Woods Lakes #1-4

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Gainesville Resevoir

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Indiancamp Creek

Apache Trout Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Tampier Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Northern Pike

Milliken Lake

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Bluegill Largemouth Bass

Fish River

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Des Plaines River

Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Northern Pike

Lacey Creek

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Spring Grove Rearing Area

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

O'Neal Harbor

Apache Trout Flounder Sheepshead

Wilmette Harbor

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Coho Salmon Lake Trout

Belleau Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Sipsey River

Kelp Bass Smallmouth Bass Spotted Bass

Long Run

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

McLean Lake

Black Crappie Kelp Bass

Dog River

Apache Trout Flounder

Skokie Lagoons

Black Crappie Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Northern Pike

Heidecke Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Walleye

Whoopie Cat Lake

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Bluegill Largemouth Bass

Barth Pond

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Montrose Harbor

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Black Sea Bass

Vanhorn Woods Park

Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Brotherick Branch

Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Maple Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Lake Demopolis

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Largemouth Bass

Washington County Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

McCullom Lake

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Turner Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Whalon Lake

Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Northern Pike

Sand Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Haleyville City Lake

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Little Bear Creek

Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Busse Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Northern Pike

Braidwood Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Walleye

Pickwick Lake

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Sauger

Cypress Creek

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Smallmouth Bass Spotted Bass

Smith Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Spotted Bass

Techny Reservoir

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Defiance Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Axehead Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Shelby Lakes

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Pettibone Creek

Blue Catfish Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Northern Pike Smallmouth Bass

Kankakee Cut-Off

Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Northern Pike Smallmouth Bass Walleye

South Lagoon

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Coffeeville Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Beck Lake

Black Crappie Bluegill Kelp Bass

Skokie Ditch

Blue Catfish Bluegill Common Carp Kelp Bass

Burnham Park Harbor

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Kelp Bass Walleye

Peregrine Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Bird Park Quarry

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass
                                                                                                                       
                                               

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CLIFFS LANDING ROAD 7635, BAY MINETTE
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PASCAGOULA BOAT LAUNCH
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STATE LANDING ROAD 2551, MOUNT VERNON
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US 84 SILAS
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HOWELLS FERRY ROAD 11999, MOBILE COUNTY
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RUBEN AVENUE 498, SARALAND
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RIVER ROAD 786, MCINTOSH
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PIER AVENUE 3, FAIRHOPE
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