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The Outdoor Recreation Area features a variety of diverse native plants and animals. There are 5 total miles of trails, including 2 miles of accessible paved and gravel trails for people of all ages and abilities.
The Upper Souris Refuge has several paved trails in which you are able to view the abundance of animals protected on the refuge. The Upper Souris Refuge includes five nature trails for exploration.
Oxbow Nature Trail | .5 mile or 1 mile
Overlook Nature Trail | .3 mile
Pelican Nature Trail | .5 mile
Cottonwood Nature Trail | .5 mile or 1 mile
Centennial Wildlife Nature Trail | 2 miles or 2.5 miles
Rice Lake has a half-mile walking trail that begins near the parking area. There is also a switch-back trail up the hillside from the boat ramp.
Denbigh Experimental Forest has a 3-mile loop that winds through trees and surrounding prairie. This biking trail is completely gravel with mile markers for trail guidance. This trail also continues through the historic arboretum.
Fort Stevenson has 8 trails of varying lengths, totaling nearly 10 miles for hiking and biking. The trail system winds through trees, woodlands, grasslands, and native prairie landscapes. Visitors can also rent fat tire bikes by the hour or the day.
Prairie Nature Trail | 1 Mile or 1.6 Kilometers
Begin your journey through Audubon at the north end of the visitor center on the Prairie Nature Trail. The beginning of the path is paved with the half-mile extension of gravel tying back to the paved portion.
The Kenmare Fitness Path spans a distance of approximately 0.75 miles. This path presents an excellent option for individuals seeking a picturesque walk or a leisurely bike ride.
Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge offers hiking trails that allow visitors to experience the natural beauty of North Dakota. The trails wind through a variety of habitats, including grasslands, wetlands, and forests, and offer opportunities for wildlife viewing and birdwatching.
Canada Goose Nature Trail | 7.5 miles
Munch’s Coulee | 1.25 miles