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  • Julia Butler Hansen Refuge for the Columbian White-Tailed Deer
    46 Steamboat Slough Road Cathlamet, WA 98612
  • Julia Butler Hansen Refuge for the Columbian White-tailed Deer is located in southwest Washington state, along and in the Columbian River. There are multiple units, including a few islands in both Washington and Oregon.

    Driving Directions

    The main unit of the refuge is located along Highway 4 in Cathlamet, WA. Coming from the East, it is approximately 2-miles past Cathlamet. Coming from the West, it is approximately 4-miles past Skamokawa. Turn onto Steamboat Rd to enter the refuge.

    Visit our "Trails" page for more information on hiking-specific access.

    Refuge Office
    Monday-Friday, excluding Federal holidays
    7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    Refuge Hours
    Everyday
    Sunrise - Sunset