Henderson, Kentucky
The Henderson–Sloughs Wildlife Management Area is a large wetland and swamp refuge near Henderson, Kentucky. It provides important habitat for waterfowl, shorebirds, herons, and many other wildlife species, with observation platforms located along area roadways.
The Sauerheber Refuge is a 1,775-acre waterfowl refuge that provides habitat for as many as 10,000 geese and 10,000 ducks during winter. It is closed seasonally from November 1 through March 15, while observation platforms near the refuge edge remain open year-round.
Wildlife viewers may see geese, American wigeon, green-winged teal, American avocet, common snipe, and many other shorebirds and waterfowl.
The Jenny Hole–Highland Creek Unit includes sloughs, bottomland hardwood forest, and brushy areas. It contains one of Kentucky’s largest great blue heron rookeries. Access is limited to gravel roads, and primitive camping is available.
From Henderson, take U.S. 60 south for nine miles to Kentucky 136 toward Geneva, about two miles farther. Then take Kentucky 268 northwest for 6.5 miles to the Sauerheber Refuge on the left. Gas, lodging, and dining are available in nearby Henderson.
Sloughs Wildlife Management Area Henderson, Ky
This area appears to be a general wetlands and swamp refuge. Trail information was not available in the original posting, but lookout platforms are scattered along the roadway and provide opportunities to view the refuge from a distance.
