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Block Island National Wildlife Refuge

Washington County Grid FN41ff

POTA GPS coordinates

41.2133, -71.5724

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Block Island North Light rises beyond water and coastal vegetation bordering the national wildlife refuge.
Block Island North LighthoussePhoto: Elizabeth D. BoeppleCC BY-SA 3.0
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Map

US-0513 mapped area
The highlighted mapped area is the local map geometry for Block Island National Wildlife Refuge. A dashed line marks another reference when it uses the same mapped source features. Text details and source links follow the map.

Wildlife refuge · U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Plan your visit

Park website ↗

POTA GPS coordinates

41.2133, -71.5724

Orange recommended

During hunting season, generally October through February.

The refuge recommends blaze orange for visitors during hunting season. No minimum area is specified.

Orange guidance ↗
Hours & seasons
Open daily, sunrise to sunset.
Pets
Pets are not allowed; service animals are welcome.

Before setting up

  • Reach Block Island by ferry or plane; the refuge is about four miles from the ferry landing.
  • Plan for a walk to the North Light and bring drinking water.
  • Stay out of posted closed areas and designated hunt areas restricted to permitted hunters.

Park details can change. Check the park website and posted signs before you go.

Map facts

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Map detail
Mapped area
Map source
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wildlife Refuge System Boundaries
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Sources

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