Tours and interpretive programs are scheduled throughout the year at Back Bay NWR. Upcoming events are posted in the Events section of the website and on the Refuge's Facebook page.

The refuge works with neighboring False Cape State Park to provide tram tours throughout the year. Tram tours begin at the wildlife refuge parking lot and start with a ride through the wildlife refuge to reach the state park. After a brief visit at the park's Visitor Center the tram continues deep into the state park, all the way to the site of the historic Wash Woods community. A one-mile, round-trip (optional) hike brings participants to the cemetery and church steeple, all that is left of this community. After returning to the tram, passengers are transported back through the park and wildlife refuge to the starting point. Throughout the trip the tram driver provides information about the history, wildlife and management of both natural areas.  

Reservations are required and taken by False Cape State Park. All reservations take place online. Visit the Blue Goose Wildlife Tram Tours for information about how to register for tram programs. The fee for the tram is $8.00 per person. Please note that from April 1 - October 31 there is also a $5.00 per vehicle entrance fee (site day pass) to the wildlife refuge, payable ahead of time on Recreation.gov. The $5.00 vehicle entrance (site day pass) is waived if you are an America the Beautiful Pass, Federal Duck Stamp or Refuge Annual Pass holder.