America's Byways and National Wildlife Refuges
Historic Route 66
(Arizona, Illinois, New Mexico, and Oklahoma)
Classic Cars and a Touch of Charm
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Historic Route 66 draws travelers from all over the world. The byway's charm, history, and atmosphere combine to give you an unforgettable experience as you drive "The Mother Road" across America. Although many people associate the byway with quirky culture and long stretches of road, others dig a little deeper to enjoy nature-watching and exploration, especially in Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge. Located just east of Las Vegas, New Mexico, the refuge covers nearly 9,000 acres of varied landscape that provides a crucial habitat for over 270 bird species. In Arizona, at the westernmost point on the byway, the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge and the Bill Williams River National Wildlife Refuge protect desert bighorn sheep, birds, the endangered southwestern willow flycatcher, and many other species that rely on the lower Colorado River.
Fish and Wildlife Lands
Arizona
New Mexico
Recreation Opportunities
- Guide to Fishing on National Wildlife Refuges: Arizona
- Guide to Fishing on National Wildlife Refuges: Illinois
- Guide to Fishing on National Wildlife Refuges: New Mexico
- Guide to Fishing on National Wildlife Refuges: Oklahoma
- Guide to Hunting on National Wildlife Refuges: Arizona
- Guide to Hunting on National Wildlife Refuges: Illinois
- Guide to Hunting on National Wildlife Refuges: New Mexico
- Guide to Hunting on National Wildlife Refuges: Oklahoma
Maps
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Section 1 - Arizona
Section 2 - New Mexico
Note: Only portions of the byway associated with Fish and Wildlife lands are shown.
