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 one of our educational programs or events.
The Visitor Center is open Wednesday - Sunday from 10am-4pm.
The Visitor Center is open Wednesday - Sunday from 10am-4pm.
2024 Wildlife Drive Schedule
January 20-21
February 17-18
March 2-3
April 20-21
April 27-28
May 3-19
May 25-27
June - August every Saturday and Sunday
August 31 - September 2
September 7-8
September 14-15
October 5-6
November 29-December 1 (Black Friday)
December 8 (Holiday Open House)
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 20-21
February 17-18
March 2-3
April 20-21
April 27-28
May 3-19
May 25-27
June - August every Saturday and Sunday
August 31 - September 2
September 7-8
September 14-15
October 5-6
November 29-December 1 (Black Friday)
December 8 (Holiday Open House)
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. Learn more. |
For more information about events, please call 419-898-0014.
