OTTAWA NWR EVENTS
There's lots to do at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge. Hike the 10 miles of trails, feel the sand between your toes on our natural beach, take a cruise on the monthly Wildlife Drive or check out our educational programs, tours and events.
The Visitor Center is open Thursday - Sunday from 10am-4pm.
The Visitor Center is open Thursday - Sunday from 10am-4pm.
2025 Wildlife Drive Schedule
January 18-19
February 15-16
March 1-2
April 19-20, 26-27
May 3-4, 9-26, 31
Saturday & Sunday, June - August (including Friday, July 4)
September 1, 6-7, 13-14, 27-28
October 11-12
November 15-16
December 7, 20-21
Gates for the Wildlife Drive open at sunrise and close one hour before sunset (weather permitting.)
Hiking Trails
The seasonal trails (Pool 1 connector, Woodies Roost, East portion of Metzger Marsh lakefront dike) are open April 15-September 15. All other trails remain open from sunrise to sunset daily. Learn more here.
January 18-19
February 15-16
March 1-2
April 19-20, 26-27
May 3-4, 9-26, 31
Saturday & Sunday, June - August (including Friday, July 4)
September 1, 6-7, 13-14, 27-28
October 11-12
November 15-16
December 7, 20-21
Gates for the Wildlife Drive open at sunrise and close one hour before sunset (weather permitting.)
Hiking Trails
The seasonal trails (Pool 1 connector, Woodies Roost, East portion of Metzger Marsh lakefront dike) are open April 15-September 15. All other trails remain open from sunrise to sunset daily. Learn more here.
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Shuttle Information In 2022 the Friends purchased an electric shuttle to help mobility impaired visitors access their favorite parts of the refuge. All are welcome to join a tour or request a tour for your family, organization, or group. Sign up here! |
For more information about events, please call 419-898-0014.
