Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

This is one amazing experience! There is a $3 entry fee (cash only) and limited parking so arrive early! The boardwalk was well taken care of and the gravel path was an easy walk. Don't forget your bird watching binoculars.

— Danie

One of my favorite spots around here! Nisqually Wildlife Refuge is pure magic—especially on a sunny day after a storm. I went expecting just some fall colors, but was blown away by thousands of birds flying overhead—what a sight! I arrived around 12:30 pm and couldn’t believe my luck. Only $3 to enter (free with the America the Beautiful Pass), and the trails are very well maintained—no dogs allowed, so no worries about stepping in dog poop. The Nisqually Wildlife Refuge has about 4 miles of loop trails

— April Way

Very well maintained walking trails on boardwalks. Clean restrooms at Visitor Center. 2 miles flat boardwalk loop, and also can add on walking over another boardwalk over the marshes for a total of 4 miles flat walk. Plenty of bird sightings depending on time of year. Very peaceful and quiet atmosphere and "America the Beautiful" pass works in lieu of the $3 entry fee! Great way to spend 2-3 hours for those who like being outside, and also with a few spots to sit and enjoy if carrying a picnic!!

— Rajesh Bansal

Easy access, nice well capped wooden boardwalk going way out into the marsh. There are two main hikes - one out and back and one loop. It was very busy when we were there in a little bit tight for parking. Ranger told us they don't check the cars for passes but carry yours with you. There's a pay station but they also accept America the beautiful passes, etc. it's Federal level so your state pass won't be accepted. We definitely enjoyed the visit!

— Tim Traveler

Great Walk to do it with the family nice wooden boardwalk and view points especially where the waterfront is. It has a wooded pathway which is pretty far great place to let your kiddos run crazy. Their is also lots of different birds so you will see some people doing so really good bird watching.

— Ricardo Merced