Wildlife Drive:Opens May 1st, 2020

The Wildlife Drive will open on May 1^st this year instead of June 1^st because the bald eagle’s nest adjacent to the Wildlife Drive was not used this year. 

To adhere to the Governor’s Executive Order, we ask all visitors on the Wildlife Drive and trails to stay at least 6 feet away from other visitors and staff. 

Note: If these provisions are not met, we may have to close the Wildlife Drive or trails to protect public and staff safety

Help Keep The Wildlife Drive Open By Adhering To The Following Guidelines:

• Use pull-over areas when stopping to observe wildlife. Otherwise keep driving.
• Watch for potential construction traffic.
• Maintain at least 6 foot social distancing on trails and at observation decks.
• Do not exceed posted speed limit of 15 miles per hour.

Report these and all other suspected violations to: 1-800-292-7800 

Note:  All public bathrooms are closed for public and employee safety.  Please check our Facebook or website for updates before you visit!

For more details see the News Release (PDF - 639KB).  

To find information on our hiking trails visit: http://www.fws.gov/refuge/Shiawassee/visit/plan_your_visit.html