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The Charles M. Russell refuge hosts more than 236 species of birds as well as elk, mule and white-tailed deer, antelope, bighorn sheep and prairie dogs.
The double-crested cormorant and great blue heron nest on islands and in flooded timberland along the Fort Peck Reservoir.
Many species of predatory birds including prairie falcons, golden eagles, osprey and American kestrels also nest on the refuge.
Visitors enjoy hiking, horseback riding, bird and big-game hunting in designated areas on the refuge. Water activities include fishing, canoeing and, when conditions permit, ice fishing.
Covering about 1.1 million acres, the refuge provides a rare opportunity to experience wild lands and wildlife in a natural setting. Visitors enjoy a landscape that is not that different than the one Lewis and Clark encountered on their expedition in 1805.
A self-guided auto tour route, which may be accessed from two points along Hwy. 191 on the west side of the refuge, provides a chance to see the refuge close-up. Interpretive stops along the route provide information on the wildlife, geology, and history of this unique landscape. This auto tour route is 19 miles long and takes two to three hours to complete.
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A great blue heron hunts for prey.
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