Nantucket National Wildlife Refuge is one of eight national wildlife refuges that comprise the Eastern Massachusetts National Wildlife Refuge Complex. This refuge is located at the very tip of the Coskata-Coatue Peninsula, in an area known as Great Point on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts. Nantucket was originally inha
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Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Nantucket National Wildlife Refuge — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?
Maybe — This U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.
Yes Can you fish at Nantucket National Wildlife Refuge?
Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.
Yes Can you watch wildlife or birds here?
Yes — Nantucket National Wildlife Refuge is a spot for wildlife and bird watching. Keep your distance and never feed animals.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Often restricted to protect wildlife — many refuges limit or prohibit pets. Check this refuge before you go.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Wildlife Refuge land.
Nearby sites
James T. Weliver; U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Northeas / CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge
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Tom Eagle / Public domain · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge
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