Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge in Texas State

Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge

Visit Santa Anna National Wildlife Refuge today and observe hundreds of native animals in their natural habitats.

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Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge Details

Visit Santa Anna National Wildlife Refuge today and observe hundreds of native animals in their natural habitats. The refuge has education programs for kids to learn about wetlands, reptiles, and endangered species that the management tirelessly tries to help. This Texas refuge was founded in 1943 to protect the birds that were migrating and nesting in the area. Visitors are offered 14 miles of walking trails and a visitor center has information about all the refuge has and offers.

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