Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Located on the Columbia River, 10 miles (16 km) east of Vancouver, Washington, the 1,049-acre (4.25 km2; 425 ha) Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge consists of historic riverine flood plain habitat, semi-permanent wetlands, cottonwood-dominated riparian corridors, pastures, and remnant stands of Oregon white oak.

Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area)
LocationClark County, Washington, United States
Nearest cityWashougal, Washington
Coordinates45°34′02″N 122°18′14″W[1]
Area1,049 acres (4.25 km2; 425 ha)
Established1987
Governing bodyU.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
WebsiteSteigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge

The refuge lies partly within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, and has been designated as the location for a "Gateway to the Gorge" visitor center. This facility is currently in the planning stage with a portion of the construction funds already secured.

The Washington Department of Transportation has estimated that this facility may be used by as many as 100,000 visitors annually, providing the Service with one of the best outreach opportunities in the Pacific Northwest. The refuge also serves as the operational headquarters for the 329-acre (1.33 km2) Pierce National Wildlife Refuge.

References

 This article incorporates public domain material from websites or documents of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.

  1. "Steigerwald Lake". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey.
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