Recreation Opportunities
Please obey these special rules:
Daylight use only.
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Pets must be on a leash under the owner’s control at all times.
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No camping or overnight parking is allowed.
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Off-road vehicles are prohibited.
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Open fires are not allowed.
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Taking government property or any natural feature artifact, animal or plant is prohibited.
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Trash receptacles are provided, but please take litter and trash home when possible.
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Much of the refuge is closed to public access for safety reasons and to reduce disturbance to wildlife. Visitors are asked to comply with all regulatory signs.
(There is no entrance fee to Ottawa NWR )
Hiking/biking
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7 miles of gravel/grass trails
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Shuttle service for dissabled visitors
Wildlife Observation
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Handicap accessible observation platforms
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Photo contest
Hunting
Fishing
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In designated areas only

