RV rental Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, VT: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

The refuge is a unique mix of bogs, wetlands, grasslands, and woods. The bog is a known habitat of an endangered plant, chain ferns, and Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge is one of the only places in the world where this plant can still be found. Boardwalk paths cross the bog area, allowing visitors to safely enjoy this habitat without harming the fragile plant, into the wetlands where many wildlife make their home in the murky water. Among the rushes, wetland trees, and shrubs, many aquatic animals can be observed. Muskox, minks, otters, beavers, and several species of waterfowl are commonly sighted. Great blue herons have one of the largest rookeries (nesting grounds) in New England in the wetlands. Overhead, bald eagles, ospreys, and many other birds of prey build their nests in the trees and can often be spotted soaring high above. In addition to small mammals, many of these raptor birds enjoy delicious fish and have been known to watch fishermen and determine the best spots for snatching up a fish from the water. The annual fall and spring migration is something to behold. Timed well, hikers can observe tens of thousands of ducks and waterfowl descending from the skies on their long journey between their northern and southern grounds. They raise quite a ruckus with their honking and quacking as they chatter and call out to one another. The magnificent great horned owls, too, will join the conversation with soft hoots as they ready to hunt at dusk. Large-game animals like moose, white-tailed deer, black bears, and to a lesser extent, bobcats are frequently sighted meandering through the refuge. Photographers and nature lovers will delight in the abundant wildlife. In addition to 12 miles of hiking trails, some on boardwalks, there is a short Jeep trail that is designated for off-highway vehicles. It’s about five miles long, venturing into deep woods. Hikers and other adventurers are strongly advised to rely on mosquito repellants. The mosquitoes and other biting flies sustain a very healthy population because the delta water is slow-moving, and particularly in late summers, stagnant. Dogs are allowed, but they must be leashed