If you're looking for a wildlife paradise to hike, hunt and explore, this place in northwestern Minnesota might just be the heaven you've never heard of. It spans thousands of acres and the landscape is truly unique and magnificent.
The Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge is 61,500 acres of pure paradise in northwestern Minnesota.
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Originally named Mud Lake Migratory Waterfowl Refuge, the area is known for the waterfowl you can spot and that are bred there. The views are sweeping and photography is one of the most popular activites.
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It's no wonder everyone has their cameras ready as wildlife are abundant in the area, and hunting is a popular activity in the area during the season.
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They also specialize in environmental education, and you can experience various programs throughout the year.
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You'll find packs of moose, wolves, and waterfowl all over the acreage.
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There are also 294 species of birds!
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About 54,000 birds use the IBA (Important Bird Area) within the refuge during migration each year.
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Every sunrise is stunning, and it's worth waking up early to experience the animals awake in this paradise.
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Even in the winter the landscape is stunning, making this protected land one of the most amazing untouched parts of the state.
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You can camp nearby in Old Mill State Park or near Thief River Falls, and during the day explore the vast wetlands, shrublands, grassland and forestland.
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Every experience will show you new species of wildlife, and every minute spent at Agassiz is bound to be spectacular.
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What do you think is the most beautiful place in Minnesota?
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