Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

At Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, spring water bubbles up from underground in the Mojave Desert. These springs create small pools and pebbled streams throughout the refuge. This special habitat is home to 24 species found nowhere else on Earth, and it attracts waterfowl species in the...

Whether you wield a smartphone or a zoom lens, you’ll find photo-worthy subjects at Ash Meadows. Photography is a priority public use on national wildlife refuges, so you’ll find wildlife drives and boardwalks, to help you get the images you’re after.

Drone use is not allowed on the refuge...

Anytime of the year is a good time to Drive through Ash Meadows NWR. Each season provides wonderful opportunities for wildlife observation, and surprising landscapes in this rare oasis.              Dirt road tips: all roads in the refuge are dirt roads....

Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is the largest oasis in the Mojave Desert, supporting an incredible diversity of birds all year-round. Located between two major flyways, over 23,000 acres of alkali seeps, springs and other unique habitats make Ash Meadows a stopping point for migratory...

Come for the picnic stay for the views. The weather at Ash Meadows is perfect most of  year. Summer temperatures can be as high as 120 degrees. Plan accordingly. Choose from two scenic locations: Picnic area at the visitor center or picnic area at Point of Rocks. Both locations have ADA...

One of the best ways to experience the refuge is participating in a ranger led program. Ash Meadows NWR offers a variety of ranger programs throughout the park, and throughout the year.