Clear Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Clear Lake National Wildlife Refuge includes a stunning 20,000 acres of open water, and 26,000 acres of juniper, upland bunchgrass, and low sagebrush surrounding the water.

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Clear Lake National Wildlife Refuge Details

Clear Lake National Wildlife Refuge includes a stunning 20,000 acres of open water, and 26,000 acres of juniper, upland bunchgrass, and low sagebrush surrounding the water. American white pelicans and double-crested cormorants nest in the tiny, rocky islands of the lake. Pronghorn antelopes, mule deer, and sage grouse live in the upland areas. The refuge is not open to the public, except for limited waterfowl and pronghorn antelope in-season hunting.

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National WildLife Refuges

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