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.
2022 Wildlife Drive Dates
January 15-17 (including Martin Luther King Day!)
February 19-20 - cancelled due to conditions
March 19-20
April 16-17, ***BONUS WEEKEND 23-24***, 29-30
May 1-15, 21-22, 28-30
June 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26
July 2-4, 9-10, 16-17, 23-24, 30-31
August 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28
September 3-5, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25
October 16 (Sunday only)
November 26-27
Gates 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.
Ottawa Youth Waterfowl Hunting Workshop
October 2nd, 2022 1pm-Sunset
October 2nd, 2022 1pm-Sunset
Register by Sept 26, 2022
Download the Registration Form below:
Download the Registration Form below:
| Registration Form |
For more information about events, please call 419-898-0014.
