Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge

Review №1

Rating: 5

We really love coming here and walking the trails. We take the tower trail so we can climb up the stairs and see everything from the tower. Its about .5 miles to it and back. Go early when its not too hot because it gets HOT. There is restrooms when you get there and on the trails I dont think there is any, bit they do have places to sit to rest up a bit. Will be coming again when its not as hot.

Date: 2 days ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

Very nice area for enjoying nature, birding, and all kinds of wildlife. They have signage and maps to guide you on the many well maintained trails. They have two observation towers to get a Birds Eye view of the refuge. Take note it does get hot so take plenty of water. Mosquitoes and gnats are prevalent so it is recommended to take bug repellents or protective gear. At the entrance they have clean and air conditioned restrooms. I very much enjoyed the trails and scenic views. Toilets: Restrooms were clean and were nice and cool.

Date: a week ago

Review №3

Rating: 4

A fun place to visit, stroll, view wildlife. Just don t forget the bug spray ;)

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №4

Rating: 5

So fun!!!

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

We always enjoy our walks here.

Date: a month ago

Review №6

Rating: 4

Loved this refuge, beautiful native vegetation, butterflies, birds, so many relaxation spots, beautiful trails, maps are not easy to follow! Looks simple enough on paper, till you get lost and keep going in circles, but, I know not yet met a ranger I did not like, all rangers at every South Texas park have been helpful, friendly and simply the best!

Date: a month ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Beautiful place to hike!

Date: a month ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

It was so hot, snakes weird birds and La Migra. We had a great time!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

Nice place for a good walk and watching wildlife

Date: 2 months ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

We had a lot of fun walking on the canopy and seeing wildlife. The Jr wildlife ranger was also cool!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №12

Rating: 4

It is really hot & dry right now, but still a nice place to walk in the morning.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Really enjoyed the Santa Ana Wildlife Refuge! Great place to get those 10k steps in...definitely bring bug spray cause gnats and mosquitoes were brutal. Towers, suspension bridge and Rio Grande river were the highlight.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 2

Date: 3 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Such a beautiful scenery Be sure to bring plenty of water and wear comfortable shoes

Date: 3 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Nice road to ride a bicycle. Watch out for the levee, its paved with caliche and watch out for the levee, tough mini climbs to go up and over.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

if you have time go walk around enjoy some of the wildlife. racoons snakes hogs bocats birds armadillos skunks Toilets: clean air conditioned restrooms

Date: 4 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 4

Did hike thru area and found it very soothing, going back for bike ride

Date: 4 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 3

This is a great palace to bird and nature watch. I just wish they allowed leashed dogs. We always bring our dog when we travel to south Texas and we can t enjoy this refuge. Maybe one day.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Toilets: Good Picnic area: Good

Date: 4 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Great time saw plenty of animals and birds and butterflies. Take lots of water and go early. Toilets: Clean!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

Ive been before to hike and get some fresh air. This visit was for the bike trail. Beautiful trail! Paved and takes you through the whole park. Excellent experience! Toilets: Restrooms are available at the visitor center. They are air conditioned as well.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

We came strictly for birding on April 13 and 14. Easy to get to, excellent refuge headquarters. Buy insect repellent here before you head out!!! The first day we birded the east part of the refuge, mostly shorebirds, waders and waterfowl. Egrets, Ibis, black-bellied whistling ducks, long-billed dowitcher s etc. Second day was the more forested part: saw and photographed Altamira oriole and green jay; identified other lifers including zone tailed hawk, brown crested flycatcher, long-billed thrasher among others. The vegetation is dense so its much easier to hear than to see birds. Merlin Sound is a real asset. One of the best birding sites ever, especially for South Texas rarities. Picnic area: Very shaded and pleasant

Date: 5 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

2nd time here with my kids. We always enjoy the hikes and trails and the beautiful views.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

This wild life refuge is breathtaking! The company I work for sponsored the Run for the Refuge 5k and fun mile. The staff at Santa Ana are so professional and courteous. The gift shop is quite lovely. I bought my daughter a blue grosbeak stuffed bird that sings a song when you squeeze it. The trails are so scenic and gorgeous; be ready to take long walks and breath some fresh clean air! Green jays, Altimira Oriole, Woodpeckers, Verdin, Thrashers, waterfowl, and so much more!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

Great birding!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

It was our first time visiting. Everyone absolutely loved it. It was a beautiful day. The scenery was breathtaking. It wasnt far at all to walk. Were definitely going back.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Theres a lot of fear mongering over the border these days but parks along the border remain perfectly safe to travel to and bird. Just dont go down near the river at night....which you cant anyway since all these parks close at dusk. There is a huge police presence and in the very unlikely event that anything happened, they would be on the spot in a hurry. They basically sit in their cars and drive up and down the levy and watch the birders going in and out of the reserve. Santa Ana remains one of the premier birding hotspots in the country and our visit here in April was very productive.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 4

Good place for a long walk. Some of the trials were closed. The best part is the river shore because you can see on the other side Mexico. Many kind of birds

Date: 5 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Tom and Karyn Schmitz came to my school to do a presentation on birds. They did an incredible job. The presentation had pictures, a PowerPoint with videos, and they had real-life models and replicas of various birds and their adaptations. They had my students interested and engaged. They even gave one of my students a little bird book because she asked an interesting question! She was thrilled!!! My students have always enjoyed the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge. They love walking around and exploring . The rope bridge is always anticipated with excited!! I want to thank the refuge for its dedication to the education system!!! A definite must visit!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Awesome outdoor adventure

Date: 5 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 4

Date: 6 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

Took my granddaughters during spring break. We had fun. Really enjoyed the peace and quiet.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Nice trails

Date: 6 months ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

This is one of the best places for scenic and wildlife adventures. We took our kids here. My husband was a bit over protected, thinking it wasnt safe for the kids. We didnt think we could bring our 9 month old out here, but we saw a lot of moms with their kids, babies, and strollers! Pretty cool! Love this place! One of the best trails here so far!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Great birdwatching spot and wildlife in general. Dont forget bug spray and a bit of water for the trail.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

Really nice park its fairly easy to get to the observation bridge if thats what you want to go see. The park is large and you can go on a four hour walk. Make sure to bring bug spray they do have marshy terrain that they keep up with so you will come into contact with Nats and mosquitos if you dont Spray up. The visitor center closes at 4pm but you can stay in the park until sun down. I highly recommend.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

A great place to nature walk three are miles of trails., Take mosquito spray.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Such a beautiful place to spend time in nature with your family.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №55

Rating: 4

Date: 7 months ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Enjoyed the 8:30 a.m. Morning Bird Walk with great experienced volunteer guides. A very worthy gentle nature adventure if you are in the area. 8:30 a.m. at the Visitors Center Monday through Saturday. No Bird walks on Sunday.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

Great place for a walk

Date: 7 months ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 4

An amazing place to walk or bike. The tram ride was information. I recommend you check it out for yourself....

Date: 7 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 3

Tower and swinging bridge was cool little museum was cool too.Bugs were bitting the day we were there

Date: 7 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 3

I have been coming here for 6 winters. Every year I see less and less wildlife on this wildlife preserve. I used to see birds and hawks, or bobcat in the wild while riding tram or hiking around. We would also see birds at bird blinds. I took one photo the whole trip this time. I enjoyed the tram ride and our host was very knowledgeable. However the fumes from truck pulling the tram burned my eyes and lungs. This is the 3rd year we were told its being fixed and or replaced. The ponds at front of property completely dry. I understand it is due to water allotments, but something needs to happen or there will be zero wildlife in this wildlife preserve. The cemetery was cool as usual.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

Super fun nature center and really clean and nice trails

Date: 7 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Nice day to be out and checking out this place 1st Sunday of the month Free admission. Missed the tram by a few minutes but the walk was great. Will come back and hopefully catch tram on time to check out other areas

Date: 7 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Wonderful refuge with an abundance of wildlife and plant life. We were treated with seeing a bobcat, hawks, falcons, kiscadees, orioles, kingfishers, rosette spoonfuls and more. Update Jan. 31 2024. Just visited again. Plenty of water here and saw a couple rosette spoonbills as well as multiple woodpeckers and lots of kisskadees and others. Beautiful day and surroundings as always . Refuge is fully open and operating tram tours too.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Great park with walking areas and a trolley

Date: 8 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №71

Rating: 4

Location has several trails Make sure to take bugs spray and appropriate clothing, comfortable shoes,water and snacks.The highlight of Santa Ana is the tower and bridge.Other than that,just walk and birdwatch Toilets: They are at Entrance, did not see any other restroom once in and around trails.Better double at front desk. They were ok, could use additional cleaning. Dog-friendliness: Yes Picnic area: Great shaded picnic area by tower.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №72

Rating: 4

Great place to visit, lots of walking trails. We probably werent there at the best time to see lots of birds

Date: 8 months ago

Review №73

Rating: 4

Awesome place to go relax around nature

Date: 8 months ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

I enjoy the hike. It was beautiful

Date: 8 months ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Excellent place to interact with nature

Date: 8 months ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

We ve been coming to the Valley for birding for years but this was our first visit to Santa Ana WR and we loved it. We definitely plan to come back!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

The staff helped us plan our visit with routes and areas of interest to us. Years ago we visited and at that time you could drive. Now the tour shuttle or biking is the main way to see the park. We walked the trails and were very pleased.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №79

Rating: 4

Great walk Toilets: Nice and clean

Date: 9 months ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №82

Rating: 5

Awesome

Date: 9 months ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №87

Rating: 1

Date: 9 months ago

Review №88

Rating: 4

Well maintained trails, clean restrooms, and knowledgeable staff. Bring insect repellant!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №89

Rating: 4

Date: 10 months ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №91

Rating: 4

This is a well maintained park that my mom and I enjoyed. She is on the older side but was still able to walk the Tower loop trail. They do have trams that can go around the entire park so I recommend planning around those times! I just wish the tram times weren t hours apart.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №92

Rating: 4

Love this place, just beware theres many mosquitoes so just prepare for that. Great trails to see

Date: 10 months ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

I may be biased since I am volunteering here but it is a great wildlife Refuge to see some of Southern Texass migratory and native birds and also if lucky some of the mammals. We have seen Green Jay, Great Kiskadee, Chachalacas, Coopers Hawk, and many many others many days in a row. Even got very lucky and saw a resident bobcat.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

very relaxing, I really liked it, the roads are clean. The large and paved parking lot, $5usd entrance fee, has bathrooms and a souvenir shop. My recommendations would be: bring water, insect repellent, sunscreen, cap or hat, comfortable clothing for walking, battery in your cell phone for emergencies. , be alert on the road for any snakes, wild cats, etc. If you are lucky you will observe various birds and varied fauna, the air you breathe is very fresh. They have a suspension bridge and a viewing tower, it is important that you watch your children at all times and pay attention to the signs. It has benches to rest on the trails, and tables to eat in an area that I dont remember. You can take very cool photos!! Please do not litter!! It is a very pleasant nature reserve to visit.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Bike, walk and bird watching

Date: 11 months ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №100

Rating: 4

Date: 11 months ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

A beautiful, relaxing oasis. Staff enthusiastically shared key features for viewing, routes through well maintained paths, and the wildlife, such as Coots appearing at Pintail Lakes signals the onset of the migratory season.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Playground: Very fun for children Toilets: They were clean

Date: 11 months ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

So many life-listers. Hours flew past as well as the birds.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

First time going there and I loved it. We didnt see much wildlife due to weather conditions but we enjoyed the hiking part of it.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Great experience for everyone in the valley that keeps on saying theres nothing to do come visit here!!! It has great trails great variety in choices so plenty of routes to choose from. I do wish they would add like 2 more rope bridges though that be a great addition. Been coming here for the better part of 4 years at least. The staff has gotten friendlier theyve always been great. Trails are still amazing.

Date: a year ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

Nice little trails and the lookout towers are cool too.

Date: a year ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

9/2/23 10am We walked 6mi but got too hot.... didnt get to finish. Next time we will go right before sunset to see more. Very interesting place, highly recommend.

Date: a year ago

Review №112

Rating: 4

Very nice place to take a walk. Plenty of wildlife during certain times of the day. Only downside is not enough shade. Be very safe when coming out make sure you have plenty of water and dont take on more than you can handle. Check weather to make sure it isnt too hot or else you will regret it. Other than that fun duck spotting shaded areas, benches throughout the park (unshaded), lakes are nice and calm. Clean other than natural occuring debris (broken branches etc). If you enjoy nature this place will be perfect if you take the necessary steps to make it a perfect day out. Gift store is open little toys and displays of animals for the kids. There is a $10 admission into the park for the year per car or a $5 fee for the day per car. I suggest the $10 because you will be back as it is a big park and hard to take it all on in one day.

Date: a year ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

Such a quiet peaceful environment just what we needed!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Great place to hike and view the river.

Date: a year ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Really pretty oasis near the river. Lots of shade to make a hike doable even in the middle of the summer. Small section where the Rio Grande is visible. Peaceful and serene. USFWS even leaves out cold water in coolers after the visitor s center is closed. The air-conditioned restrooms are also left open after the center is closed.

Date: a year ago

Review №118

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

Beautiful nature walk. Lots of trail to explore. The towers get you high enough over the trees to see everything, great view. Lots of birds, few people when I went on sunrise on a Saturday. Easy walking, but the stairs on the smaller tower may be difficult to climb for some (spiral staircase-like). Larger tower is more like traditional stairs. Great place to explore if youre in the area!

Date: a year ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

Very nice place to connect with nature

Date: a year ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №123

Rating: 5

The park is free for now due to Covid. Its free every Sunday during the regular season. Nice trails and 2 descent towers give way to amazing views. Bring mosquito spray and water. Theres a tram that comes every hour on the hour. The tram is a great way to see the park without hiking or biking.

Date: a year ago

Review №124

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

The refuge is big. You need to take extra water. For the heat.

Date: a year ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

Nice and clean walking and bike trails.

Date: a year ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №128

Rating: 4

Beautiful Nature ! Wonderful places that offer you a nice post. A small reserve with a great diversity of animals and birds. You must bring insect repellent and sunscreen.

Date: a year ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

The jewel of our Refuge system. Cant believe it was almost destroyed by a wall.

Date: a year ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №132

Rating: 4

We didnt see too many birds. Maybe my children were too loud. BRING LOTS OF BUG SPRAY! Maybe a head net. Gnats were in my eyes, ears, hair.... The rope bridge was a highlight for my kids although you are not above the trees, but up in them. The map directions are a little hard to follow and we ended up using our GPS on our phones. The lagoons were dry, but that didnt stop the mosquitos!!!!! The price is only $5 per car! The air smelled amazing and the bird songs were relaxing, it was just the bugs! Bugs bugs bugs. Toilets: Clean cool restrooms at the entrance.

Date: a year ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Its my favorite place to hike. Toilets: Very clean. Dog-friendliness: Perfect place to take your dog. Picnic area: Little rest areas are perfect.

Date: a year ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

I really enjoyed this place especially because I ran into it on a prior review and had to see for myself. I went in the wrong attire I wore flip flops yea I know. But overall I enjoyed it crossing this rope bridge and climb the towers they have there so very nice view. Yet have to go back and check out other trails and looking forward the cemetery site. This place is huge so I dont think Ill ever finish walking it. Has to be different visits well so I think. And bike trail well your only allowed on the path they say not what you want. So some areas I dont want to be off my bike and walking my bike. Idk so dont quote me on this. But the view is nice. Some people will say its just a bunch of weeds and others just like simple nature as how it just is and not tampered with. You make the choice but I will have to return just so you know it is NOT pet friendly unless it is a (SERVICE DOG ONLY) so I dont know why it says pet friendly should say service dogs Only!. So it confuses some people. Dog-friendliness: It should be rephrase/written different it should say (ONLY SERVICE DOGS ALLOWED) Not personal Pets. Thats what I was Told. So it confuses people and have to leave

Date: a year ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №139

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Awesome place to spend time together as a family. Walking, talking, and especially doing the fun activities they have here for the kids.

Date: a year ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

Birds and trails galore. A 7 mi loop for an extended walk. A hawk Tower. A suspension bridge. Trails to the river. An excellent experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

My wife and I visited on a hot day when my wife wasnt feeling too good. Timera at the visitor center was beyond awesome and provided my wife with a scooter for free that we took out to see some fulvous whistling ducks on Pintail lakes which were lifers for us. We would give them a 100 stars if we could.

Date: a year ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

Great spot for birding. Very fun. You never know when you might get a rare vagrant here!

Date: a year ago

Review №145

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №147

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

Nice and quiet hike with lovely landscapes. There is plenty of wildlife and vegetation for the eye to see. Not too long of a hike it s easily accessible for children and dogs.

Date: a year ago

Review №149

Rating: 5

Awesome experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №150

Rating: 5

Lovely wildlife refuge...even on a 100 degree day! Took the short walk to the lake...very nice.

Date: a year ago

Review №151

Rating: 5

Beautiful refuge, very well maintained, love the trails and the towers, great plan to go with the family and friends, staff from the visitors center is very kind and helpful, highly recommend!!

Date: a year ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

I love Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge! Always guaranteed to see birds you wont see anywhere else. My all time favorite bird is the Green Jay and Santa Ana did not disappoint!

Date: a year ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №154

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №155

Rating: 4

Nice place to take a nature walk and just enjoy being outdoors. Hiking and biking trails. Picnic areas. Bird blinds to sit and watch or climb the observation tower for a Birds Eye view. My favorite was the suspension bridge and walking through the Spanish Moss Trees. Great place to get your nature fix . America the Beautiful National Park passes excepted here.

Date: a year ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

Wonderful wildlife refuge! They have many trails with benches for resting. There are several picnic areas. Restrooms available. Best time to visit is early morning or near sunset to see the birds. The trails are well groomed and easy walking. Toilets: Restrooms were clean. They are located outside main building where you pay . Picnic area: Several picnic areas. One by main building and another near entrance to park by the water.

Date: a year ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

Lives up to all expectations. Feels like a walk in a jungle. Extra shout out to the friendly staff.

Date: a year ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

Lisa and Steve are such expert bird guides. They generously feed the birds at the visitor center and the variety of birds here is incredible. I saw one eBird checklist that was 75 species in just a few hours! Thank you to Steve and Lisa for your expert guidance.

Date: a year ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

It always a good time when going to Santa Anna wildlife refuge... Since this is a wildlife refuge there are no picnic areas or playgrounds

Date: a year ago

Review №160

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №161

Rating: 5

Excellent place. Volunteer Field guys are so knowledgeable!

Date: a year ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

This place was so cool... But its kind of hard to see all the wildlife....

Date: a year ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

It was a fabulous experience... A very cool place to visit

Date: a year ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Long nature trail walks really nice

Date: a year ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №168

Rating: 5

Its a great place to visit wildlife...

Date: a year ago

Review №169

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №170

Rating: 4

Nature reserve for walking or cycling, a couple of good viewpoints and lots of birds near the lagoon

Date: a year ago

Review №171

Rating: 5

Great little wilderness area with lots of great walking trails. Biking is allowed on the paved roads and one dirt road. Nice gift shop. Toilets: Clean, public rest rooms.

Date: a year ago

Review №172

Rating: 5

Beautiful place to explore, bring water and spray for mosquitoes very comfortable clothes, tennis shoes and a desire to walk the place is beautiful

Date: a year ago

Review №173

Rating: 3

Dog-friendliness: Dogs allowed

Date: a year ago

Review №174

Rating: 5

Very informative. We toured on the tram but will go back on our bikes.

Date: a year ago

Review №175

Rating: 5

Very beautiful federal park. Beautiful walking trail and lots of birds. Toilets: Toilet at reception very clean. Picnic area: Picnic table at reception.

Date: a year ago

Review №176

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №177

Rating: 5

Beautiful place. Lots of great trails. Mosquitos are abundant so bring some spray.

Date: a year ago

Review №178

Rating: 5

Great place to take a long, peaceful walk or hike. Great signs everywhere along the trails, letting you know where you are at. It was really cool when I heard goats and childrens voices across the river. I would highly recommend bringing water and mosquitoes spray, especially if you are going to spend some time there. I forgot both but still enjoyed it. Toilets: Nice clean restrooms at the visitor center

Date: a year ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

Great place to see some birds!

Date: a year ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

I really liked coming & exploring the roads. The office staff is very friendly & helpful.

Date: a year ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

Great outdoor hike with the family. The towers with the cross over bridge give you a great view of the area. They have great nature and local animal info, sell drinks and snacks in the visitor center for you to stay hydrated and fueled during your hike. Entry fee is $5.00 for car load per day or $10.00 per carload for the year. Yes, per carload. Who ever you fit in your car.

Date: a year ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №184

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №185

Rating: 5

The hikes here are excellent. Right now with this weather it was tremendous...a lot of moss which is good for decorating ornaments. The entrance is being remodeled but you can enter from one side. We went in the afternoon and there were still many people walking through the trial. recommendable

Date: a year ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №187

Rating: 4

Nice quiet walk ....saw some birds

Date: a year ago

Review №188

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №189

Rating: 5

Great birding spot in South Texas. Trails and property are well maintained and birds are plentiful. Winter is a great time to visit.

Date: a year ago

Review №190

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

Interesting took a trolley ride

Date: a year ago

Review №192

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №193

Rating: 4

Enjoyed walking the trails. The trails were nit that well marked and the map provided did not show level of difficulty. On line it does list each trail and level of difficulty but would be helpful to have it on the map.

Date: a year ago

Review №194

Rating: 5

Loved this wildlife refuge. Lots of great opportunities to explore, and lots of great birds. Really enjoyed my time here!

Date: a year ago

Review №195

Rating: 5

Great place for hiking and birding. There are plenty of trails and they are well marked. The employees and volunteers are very nice and helpful. Beautiful place!!

Date: a year ago

Review №196

Rating: 5

Really nice park. Went on the first Sunday of the month so it was free. Long trails & beautiful scenery.

Date: a year ago

Review №197

Rating: 5

Visitor center has an awesome exhibit! Several cool skulls, taxidermied birds, ocelot and bobcat! Love it! Also really really nice bike trail. Lots of different trees and plants to see along the trail. Definitely a cool place to visit!

Date: a year ago

Review №198

Rating: 4

An excellent place to walk and explore. It is important to bring water, repellent and very comfortable tennis shoes. I also recommend checking the weather to choose the most appropriate clothing when exploring the area.

Date: a year ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

Had a great time with the family. Its clean and maintained well. The bridge was smaller than the pics make it look (sad) but it was still nice to see. Lots of mosquitos, take bug spray.

Date: a year ago

Review №200

Rating: 5

I took my parents here for a good walk!! They absolutely loved it, and so did I!! Its a must visit place. Toilets: Cleanliness 8/10. I gave it an 8 because once we got there, it wasnt clean, but once we were done with our walk, they were absolutely clean! Public restrooms are available at some trails but not all.

Date: a year ago