The refuge is an important nesting area for greater sandhill cranes and waterfowl, and comprises 31,000 acres of large natural marshes and wooded uplands. Recreation on the refuge consists of wildlife observation, study, and photography, as well as waterfowl hunting and fishing. The refuge is located 25 miles north of Chiloquin and 7 miles east of Highway 97 on Silver Lake Highway.

Location: HC 63 Box 303, Chiloquin Oregon 97624 Telephone 541-783-3380

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