Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge

Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge
1661 West Jpg Niblo Road
Madison Indiana 47250

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Mid-Apr-Nov: Mon & Fri, 2nd & 4th Sat., 7am-4:30pm.
(812) 273-0783
lat: 38.9364377 long: -85.4148139

Come enjoy a national bird sanctuary at Big Oaks! Big Oaks National Wildlife Reserve was designated as a Globally Important Bird Area as a result of its importance to migratory birds. The park is just five miles north of Madison on Highway 421. Portions of the refuge are open for wildlife observation, photography, hiking, fishing, hunting, interpretation, and environmental education.

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Cozy Acres Golf Complex
Cozy Acres Golf Complex

4040 N Old State Rd 62, Madison, IN 47250, USA
Distance: 10.21 mi (straight line)

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New Madison Brewing Company
New Madison Brewing Company

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Distance: 10.22 mi (straight line)

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Distance: 11.12 mi (straight line)

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Distance: 13.35 mi (straight line)

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