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Ridgefield NWR Auto Tour

Ridgefield NWR Auto Tour
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Ridgefield Washington 98642

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lat: 45.8067919 long: -122.7430831
Explore this 4.0-mile loop trail near Ridgefield, Washington. Generally considered an easy route. This trail is great for birding and scenic driving, and it’s unlikely you’ll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through September.
This one way four mile scenic loop will give you the chance to see a variety of wildlife up close in their natural habitat. While the scenic drive is open all year round, if you are visiting between October 1 and April 30 you will have to stay in your vehicle. In that season though, the wildlife gets used to cars and you will be able to watch them from the comfort of your vehicle. From May 1 to September 30, you are allowed to get out of your vehicle and hike any of the trails along this route. The refuge is home to many birds including ducks, geese, swans, hawks, and even eagles. You may even see deers, coyotes, otters, beavers and nutrias.
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Sportsman’s Public House
Sportsman’s Public House

121 North Main Avenue, Ridgefield, WA, USA
Distance: 0.66 mi (straight line)

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Oaks to Wetlands Loop Trail
Oaks to Wetlands Loop Trail

28908 NW Main Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642, USA
Distance: 1.66 mi (straight line)

Walks and Hikes Outdoor Experiences Fun and Sports

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Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, Ridgefield, WA, USA
Distance: 1.66 mi (straight line)

Outdoor Experiences Walks and Hikes

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Cathlapotle Plankhouse
Cathlapotle Plankhouse

Cathlapotle Plankhouse, Ridgefield, WA, USA
Distance: 1.83 mi (straight line)

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ilani Casino Resort
ilani Casino Resort

ilani, Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield, WA, USA
Distance: 3.63 mi (straight line)

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Dockside Restaurant
Dockside Restaurant

343 South 1st Street, St. Helens, OR 97051, USA
Distance: 4.58 mi (straight line)

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Tap into Wine
Tap into Wine

Tap Into Wine, Strand Street, St. Helens, OR, USA
Distance: 4.60 mi (straight line)

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Columbia County Bistro
Columbia County Bistro

Columbia County Bistro LLC, Strand Street, St. Helens, OR, USA
Distance: 4.61 mi (straight line)

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Plymouth Pub
Plymouth Pub

Plymouth Pub, South 1st Street, St. Helens, OR, USA
Distance: 4.64 mi (straight line)

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Molly’s Market
Molly’s Market

290 South 1st Street, St. Helens, OR 97051, USA
Distance: 4.65 mi (straight line)

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Feathers & Leathers By Heidi-Style
Feathers & Leathers By Heidi-Style

Feathers and Leathers Boutique, South 1st Street, St. Helens, OR, USA
Distance: 4.66 mi (straight line)

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Columbia County Museum
Columbia County Museum

Columbia County Museum, Strand Street, St. Helens, OR, USA
Distance: 4.68 mi (straight line)

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Woodland Cottage
Woodland Cottage

241 South 1st Street, St. Helens, OR, USA
Distance: 4.71 mi (straight line)

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Columbia Theatre
Columbia Theatre

The Columbia Theatre, South 1st Street, St. Helens, OR, USA
Distance: 4.74 mi (straight line)

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Real Eye Zing Art
Real Eye Zing Art

Real Eye Zing Art, South 1st Street, St. Helens, OR, USA
Distance: 4.75 mi (straight line)

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Running Dogs Brewery
Running Dogs Brewery

Running Dogs Brewery/TheBlondeBrewer Production Facility, Running Dogs Lane, St. Helens, OR, USA
Distance: 5.19 mi (straight line)

Food and Drinks Breweries and Distilleries

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City of St. Helens
City of St. Helens

St. Helens, OR, USA
Distance: 5.21 mi (straight line)

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Bethany Vineyard and Winery
Bethany Vineyard and Winery

Bethany Vineyard & Winery, Northeast 259th Street, Ridgefield, WA, USA
Distance: 5.50 mi (straight line)

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