Mark Twain National Wildlife Refuge

The Mark Twain National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1958 and covers more than 45,000 acres along a 350-mile section of the Mississippi River in Iowa, Missouri, and Illinois. Mark Twain National Wildlife Refuge contains five national wildlife refuges: Port Louisa, Middle Mississippi River, Two River, Great River, and Clarence Cannon. These refuges were deemed necessary in order to protect and preserve the wetlands and the wildlife they support. Migratory birds depend upon these lands as a source of food and shelter during winter months. The refuges consist on wetlands, prairies, forests, and croplands.

There are also numerous recreational opportunities in the Mark Twain National Wildlife Refuge. Wildlife observation, boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, and picnicking are the popular activities.

For more information about Mark Twain National Wildlife Refuge, write or call:

Mark Twain National Wildlife Refuge
1704 North 24th Street
Quincy, IL 62301
(217) 224-8580

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