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Situated within the floodplain of the Tualatin River, the Refuge’s richness and diversity of habitats supports some of the most abundant and varied wildlife in the watershed. Visitors can learn about the history and people of the Tualatin River, and experience nearly 200 species of birds, over 50 species of mammals, 25 species of reptiles and amphibians, and a wide variety of insects, fish and plants.

Location: 19255 SW Pacific Highway, Sherwood, Oregon 97140

Refuge Hours: open daily from dawn until dusk

Office Hours: M-F 8:00am – 4:30pm, F 9:00am – 3:30pm

Contact: (503) 625-5944 or visit the website for info about the Wildlife Center, wildlife observation, wildlife photography, walking trails, environmental education, special events and group visits.

Sherwood is situated along Highway 99W, just northeast of Newberg, making it well-positioned to become the Northern Gateway to Wine Country. Due to the distinctive terroir of the rich and fertile Willamette Valley, Oregon vineyards and wineries produce some of the most sought-after wines in the world. The City of Sherwood  and Economic Development Department is working with interested parties to promote the City as a vineyard and winery-friendly location and a destination for wine tourism. Come enjoy some of the local wineries with tasting rooms in Old Town or venture about to the more than 60 wineries around Sherwood!

For more information about the process of starting a wine-based business in Sherwood, do not hesitate to contact Erik Adair at the City of Sherwood. For information on how to enjoy Wine Country, visit the Willamette Valley Wineries website.

Sherwood School District is consistently ranked annually within the top 5 of all School Districts in the State of Oregon – as of 2025 and #1 in Washington County.

Their Website can be found here: https://sherwood.k12.or.us/