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Snowshoeing

At Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Snowshoeing is an excellent way to stay active during Iowa’s snowy winters and is permitted in refuge areas open to the public. Wear hunter orange clothing when entering hunting areas.

 

 

Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge Activities

In the foreground, 2 people with large orange backpacks hike up a steep slope of rock and lichen. In the background are big mountains with snow patches on top, a lake in a valley, and a cloudy sky.
Hiking
A woman points while a child next to her looks through binoculars
Wildlife watching
Bison calf and mother standing in spring prairie grass
Auto tour
Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
9981 Pacific Street
Prairie City, IA 50228
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PO Box 399
Prairie City, IA 50228
nealsmith@fws.gov

Scott Gilje Refuge Manager Phone: currently unavailable, Email: scott_gilje@fws.gov

Steve DeBruin Maintenance Specialist Phone: currently unavailable, Email: steve_debruin@fws.gov

Nancy Corona Visitor Services Manager Phone: currently unavailable, Email: nancy_corona@fws.gov