Posted in North Dakota Farms & Wildlife, Nature October 04, 2020 by Leah

Enjoy The Peace And Quiet Of The Upper Souris Wildlife Refuge In North Dakota

Did you know that North Dakota has more wildlife refuges than any other state? It’s not hard to escape into the quiet peacefulness of nature here. All around the state, protected lands help wildlife flourish, especially waterfowl. Luckily for residents, many of them are open for visitors to enjoy trails, fishing, and more. The Upper Souris Wildlife Refuge is one of them, and a great one at that. If you need a bit of a natural retreat to just enjoy the sights and sounds of the prairie, here’s the wildlife refuge in North Dakota for you:

Located about 30 miles northwest of Minot, North Dakota, the Upper Souris Wildlife Refuge is a quiet, natural paradise.

Located across 35 miles of the Souris River, you can enjoy all sorts of views of the prairie - from the grassy hills to the wooded river valley.

All year round, the refuge is stunning to visit. In the spring and summer, the gently rolling hills are covered in native grasses and wildflowers...

... and in the fall, the patches of trees become vibrant and beautifully colored.

The refuge is open year-round for all sorts of activities, from kayaking and fishing to hiking the trails or hunting during the proper seasons.

This area is important for many species of birds and other animals, so if you love birding or seeing wildlife, you don't have to look very hard to find them here.

Along with that, the refuge also includes a scenic auto tour, a historic building, and a visitors center with interpretive exhibits.

With over 32,000 acres of river, woodland, and prairie to explore, you'll be in natural heaven at the Upper Souris National Wildlife Refuge.

For more information on this wildlife refuge, visit its official webpage. If you like visiting these kinds of places, here is an entire list of more of the best wildlife refuges in North Dakota.

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Address: Upper Souris National Wildlife Refuge, Carpio, ND 58725, USA