Wildlife Refuges & Sanctuaries
Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge and Visitor’s Center
The 10,000 acre refuge is considered to have one of the best existing wetland habitat areas along the Atlantic Coast. The refuge provides nature trails, bird and wildlife watching, and ponds for canoeing and boating. Hunters and anglers find hours of quiet solitude in season. The Refuge is open daily, 30 minutes before sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset, year round. The Visitor’s Center is open 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, free of charge. Located on Route 16, just east of Milton. Call 302.684.8419 or visit www.primehook.fws.gov.
James Farm Ecological Preserve
Managed by the Center for the Inland Bays, this land is preserved for exploration and educational purposes. Hiking trails, boardwalk trails and observation platforms yield peaceful views of the bay, salt marsh, a pond and the flora and fauna native to the area. Located on Cedar Neck Road, Route 257, Ocean View. Call 302.645.7325 or visit www.inlandbays.org.
The Great Cypress Swamp
The most dominant geological feature on the central Delmarva Peninsula, the Swamp is owned by a private non-profit conservation organization. Access is limited, but a drive through the area yields amazing views of the large bald cypress trees and provides a feeling of wild remoteness. Located on Route 54 west of Route 113 near Selbyville.
