Rapids Lake Education and Visitor Center
Phone: 952-854-5900 |
The Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge is made up of multiple land units along the Minnesota River. The Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge also oversees a 14-county Wetland Management District, which contains 18 Waterfowl Production Areas open to the public.
Both Refuge Lands and Waterfowl Production Areas offer a variety of outdoor activities. Please use the links to your right to explore the many activities offered. These links will also provide information on any of the rules and restrictions that need to be followed.
Trail conditions on the Refuge vary throughout the year. Be prepared as you may encounter changes in trail conditions while hiking. Periodic flooding, wet or muddy areas, thorny vegetation, and rough ground might occur on the trails. Bug spray, sunscreen, and drinking water is recommended during warm weather. Trails are ungroomed in winter and may be snow packed and icy. To protect wildlife please stay on designated trails and keep pets leashed at all times while visiting the Refuge. Thank you and enjoy your visit.
All Refuge units and Waterfowl Production Areas are open from sunrise to sunset, seven days a week.
