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Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge

Seneca Falls, NY
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4.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Activities: Birdwatching
Owner description: Established in 1938 in the scenic Finger Lakes region of New York, the refuge contains 7,068 acres for the resting, feeding and nesting habitat of...... more » Owner description: Established in 1938 in the scenic Finger Lakes region of New York, the refuge contains 7,068 acres for the resting, feeding and nesting habitat of waterfowl and other migratory birds. « less
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Stamford, Ct.
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

this is my favorite part of my trip to this area. I only saw birds on my many trips but that was ok. Stopping and listening to the quiet of nature is so great. Even though you are next to the Interstate it is still so quiet and relaxing. Great experience. More

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Syracuse, New York
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

Get out doors at this beautiful refuge. They have out door and indoor things to see. More

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Milford,Pa
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

My wife and I loved the wildlife drive through the refuge. The photo blind was great and the variety of birds including a bald eagle was amazing. More

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Geneva, NY
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Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

Birds and More Birds especially during migration. The Eagles are sitting on their eggs and the Osprey are back and nesting. Much to see especially during the spring and fall.Also a small museum and a wildlife themed gift shop in the Visitors Center. Can you tell I've volunteered here for 13 or 14 years. If you love nature you enjoy... More

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New Hartford, New York
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2012
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This is a self guided wildlife tour in your own vehicle. You drive through the wildlife reserve guided by a pamphlet that explains each area as you go. Very interesting. Very inexpensive. It is minutes from the the NYS Thruway (I-90), so you won't waste a lot of time if you are driving through the area and looking for a... More

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Apalachin, New York
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135 reviews 135 reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 4, 2012
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Most any kind north eastern bird you would want to see. Right along the NY thruway, it is easy access. Viewing Platforms over the marshlands are available. During migration season this area is overflowing with many waterfowl, some not common to the area. More

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Rochester,NY
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63 reviews 63 reviews
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012

My husband likes to take photos of birds. He likes to go to Montezuma to do this. He drops me off at the Geneva outlet mall and he has his fun and I have mine. It's a flat wetland with a big road around the water area. You will have a chance to see an eagle. More

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Oswego, New York
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Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2012

It's a little harder than you'd think to get to, since you can see it from 90. It's worth searching out in my opinion though. We saw a fox, lots of carp and birds. I am sure what animals you see varies seasonally. Cool big lookouts, a big deck with binocular stands. What more do you want for free? I... More

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FINGER LAKES
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2012

A good place to spot unusual birds during migration season. Nice boardwalk trails give access to good viewing areas More

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Senior Reviewer
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2011

This is truly wilderness easly accessible by car, bike and hiking. Deer watching, bird watching and fish. More

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