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Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge

P.O. Box 276
Maxwell, NM 87728
(505) 375-2331

Directions: From Raton, take I-25 S to Maxwell, go N on NM State Highway 445 .8 mile and W on NM State Highway 505 approximately 2 5 miles. Turn N at entrance sign (1.5 miles to headquarters).

Primary Wildlife: Nesting and feeding area for migratory birds, especially wintering waterfowl.

Habitat: Rolling grasslands, developed croplands, and storage reservoirs.

Recreation and Education: Wildlife observation, hiking in most areas by permit, and sport fishing during summer months.

Special Note: Waterfowl concentrations during winter months attract many bald eagles to the area.



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