A pair of northern shovelers wading in a shallow wetland
Facility Activities
Recreational opportunities are available year-round depending on your interest. Waterfowl production areas are open to hunting, fishing, wildlife observation, and nature photography.
Hunting is allowed in accordance with state and federal regulations on the more than 200 waterfowl production areas in the District. Hunters should be familiar with all hunting regulations provided in the North Dakota WPA Public Use Regulations document.
Fishing is permitted on waterfowl production areas in accordance with state seasons. Vehicle access is limited to designated trails and parking areas. Devils Lake itself, while not part of the National Wildlife Refuge System, offers superb fishing opportunities for walleye, northern pike, white...
Wildlife observation is available to visitors year-round on waterfowl production areas. Depending on the season, wildlife species observed may include waterfowl, upland birds, songbirds, birds of prey, and resident mammal species. Please respect grassland-nesting birds and other wildlife,...
Waterfowl production areas can be a great place to explore and develop nature photography skills because they offer beautiful landscapes, birds, wildlife, plants, flowers, insects, and other natural elements.
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