Spring and fall are the best time to see the most bird species on the Refuge. The Bird Checklist notes the season and relative abundance of 186 species found in the Upper Tanana Valley. Waterfowl may be seen in these areas:
MP 1221.6 Set of lakes on the north side of highway
MP 1223-1225.7 Desper & Scotty Creeks - wetlands and lakes on both sides of highway
MP 1267 Lakes south of the highway
MP 1289 Midway Lake (private lands on south side of highway)