Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge is a beautiful national wildlife refuge located approximately six miles south of the city of Cheney, along the eastern edge of the Columbia Basin. This is an amazing spot for nature photography! The wildlife refuge spans more than 18,000 acres throughout the unique Channeled Scablands geographical region, known for its unusual channel system created after flooding during the last Ice Age. Visitors can explore the refuge's diverse landscape, which is home to marshes, wetlands, and lakes, and view a variety of native waterfowl and migratory birds. Visitors can enjoy excellent conditions for deer hunting and nature photography throughout the refuge or participate in interpretive programming offered by rangers throughout the year, including nature walks and outdoor classroom activities.

26010 S Smith Rd, Cheney, WA 99004, Phone: 509-235-4723

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