Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge will be closing the first section of the wildlife drive on Thursday, July 16, 2015, in order to replace a water control structure near the start of the drive.
Refuge staff estimate it will take approximately one week to replace the structure and reopen the drive. During this time visitors will still be able to access a portion of the drive, free of charge, by entering through the headquarters parking lot.
The area of the drive affected by the closure will be everything from the start of the drive to the Woods Trail parking lot, including the Marsh Edge trail, observation platform, and photo blind. The Woods Trail and adjoining parking lot will remain open.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. For more information, please call 410-228-2677.
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