Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge Visitors Guide

The name “Bon Secour” is actually a French term meaning “safe harbor,” which is appropriate as this massive, 7,000-acre refuge is a haven for native flora and fauna. Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge encompasses a wide variety of ecosystems, from Alabama’s last remaining untouched coastal barrier habitat, to a mesmerizing maritime forest. Popular activities here include hiking, birding, fishing, boating, and taking in the spectacular scenic views!

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge was created in 1980 by Congress to protect threatened and endangered species, as well as its neotropical migratory bird habitat. This area is actually an integral resting stop for migratory birds during the fall and spring. Bon Secour also protects the last remaining undisturbed beach mouse habitat in Alabama, as well as nesting loggerhead, green, and Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles. This refuge plays an essential role in preserving unique wildlife and their habitats, and is a fun and inspiring way to reconnect with nature.