Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge
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Facts and practical information
The Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge is a 4,049 acre National Wildlife Refuge located in Lanier County, Georgia. Banks Lake is a natural pocosin or sink of ancient geologic origin. The refuge was established in 1985 for the protection and conservation of this unique environment as well as migratory and resident wildlife. ()
Established: 1985 (39 years ago)Visitors per year: 20 thous.Elevation: 190 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 31°1'11"N, 83°7'39"W