Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge

Fish and Wildlife Service, Minnesota.

Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge was established as a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife. The abundance of lakes, rivers and marshes along with the diverse landscape of dense forest to open meadows attracts a plethora of wildlife.

Nearby Activities

Auto Touring
Birding
Boating
Cross Country Skiing
Educational Programs
Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
Ice Fishing
Interpretive Programs
Motor Boat
Non-Motorized Boating
Photography
Snowshoeing
Visitor Center
Wildlife Viewing

Directions

The refuge office/visitor center is located 18 miles northeast of Detroit Lakes, MN, at the junction of County Roads 26 & 29. Leaving Detroit Lakes on Hwy 34 East, go 9 miles to intersection of County Road 29, turn left going north on 29, and go approximately 9 miles (paved and gravel roads). Leaving Detroit Lakes on County Road 21, go north approximately 9 miles to intersection of County Road 26, turn right, going east on 26 approximately 9 miles (paved/gravel road).

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