| Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge is made up or 20,721 acres and extends upstream for 25 miles along the Snake River from Minidoka Dam and includes all of Lake Walcott. The relatively stable waters of Lake Walcott are helpful to the growth of aquatic plants which provide waterfowl food throughout most of the year. An important function of the refuge is to provide a safe molting area for water fowl in the summer. Concentrations of up to 100,000 waterfowl may be seen in the fall. The refuge provides good opportunities to view many other forms of wildlife. Recreational activities in this area include boating, fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing.Up to 100,000 ducks and geese are present in the Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge during spring and fall migrations. Migrating tundra swans can be seen in spring in shallow bays and shores of the lake. Bald eagles, golden eagles, hawks, and owls are frequently seen. Mule deer are year-round residents and pronghorn antelope are occasionally seen. |
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