Welcome to Amnesty Wildlife Refuge—400 acres of pristine, protected habitat located in the Florida Panhandle, where native wildlife live freely, safely, and without fear. As the only stretch of land for miles that’s safe from hunting or development, our sanctuary stands as a beacon of hope for threatened animals and disappearing ecosystems. Your tax-deductible donations allow us to remain a permanent haven for Florida's most vulnerable species.
Journey through interconnected landscapes that shelter Florida's most vulnerable wildlife. From ancient oak hammocks to pristine wetlands, each habitat tells a story of conservation success. Witness gopher tortoises in sandy uplands, wading birds in marshes, and deer grazing peacefully in meadows they'll never have to flee.
Open savannas where wildflowers bloom and native grasses sway, providing sanctuary for ground-nesting birds and grazing wildlife.
Pristine water systems teeming with life, from tiny amphibians to majestic herons, all thriving in chemical-free waters.
Shaded canopies offering refuge for songbirds, small mammals, and countless species that depend on old-growth forests.
Rare Florida scrub protecting endemic species found nowhere else, preserved forever in their natural state.
Our sanctuary encompasses 400 acres of strategically connected habitats that allow wildlife to move safely throughout the property. The map below shows our trail system, observation areas, and the diverse ecosystems that make Amnesty Wildlife Refuge a complete sanctuary for Florida's native species.
Every tax-deductible donation directly protects wildlife and maintains our hunting-free promise. Unlike temporary conservation measures, your gift directly supports expanding Amnesty's vision, keeping Florida wild.
More about our sanctuary approach and how you can help.
Amnesty Wildlife Refuge is a 400-acre protected wildlife sanctuary located in Florida. We are the only stretch of land for miles that's completely safe from hunting or development, serving as a beacon of hope for threatened animals and disappearing ecosystems.
Our sanctuary is protected from outside disturbances, giving wildlife a place where they can live naturally. Inside the refuge, the environment develops as its own ecosystem, with nature taking its course.
Our diverse habitats shelter Florida's most vulnerable wildlife including gopher tortoises, deer, songbirds, small mammals, amphibians, ground-nesting birds, and countless species that depend on old-growth forests and rare Florida scrub ecosystems.
Every donation directly protects wildlife and maintains our hunting-free promise. Unlike temporary conservation measures, your gift ensures our wildlife have a wild place to call home.