Wildlife
Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge
San Antonio, New Mexico
Sandhill cranes and snow geese in winter, with a loop drive near the Rio Grande.
- Price
- Small per-vehicle fee
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
From late November to February thousands of cranes and geese roost on the refuge ponds. A 12-mile loop lets you view them from the car or walk trails. Dawn and dusk are best.
Good to know
- Dawn fly-out is spectacular
- Bring binoculars and a warm jacket
- Best time
- Late November to February, dawn or dusk
- Getting there
- Sealed and gravel loop road
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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