Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Welcome to Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge located in northern Missouri near Sumner. Refuge History: Some of the first white men to explore the land that is now Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge were French Fur traders, the sons of Daniel Boone, and a man named Thomas Stanley. The refuge was established by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in February 1937 in order to protect the habitat of migratory birds and other resident wildlife. Wildlife: Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge helps protect the home of numerous wild animals including Canadian Geese and white-tailed deer. Please treat their home with respect. For the lover of the outdoors this refuge boasts numerous overlooks, a half mile nature trail, and so much more. Come on out and have a blast!