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National Wildlife Refuge Week Oct. 13-20
To celebrate, the west gate will be open from sunrise to sunset! This allows for vehicle access via Kimberly and Portage Lake routes.
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Friends of Rice Lake NWR
The National Wildlife Refuge System owes its existence to dedicated citizens. See what Rice Lake's dedicated Friends are up to!
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National Wildlife Refuge System
We are only one of over 560 refuges in the US. This map shows the network of public land dedicated to protecting habitat for wildlife!
National Wildlife Refuge System Map
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As Monarchs Head North
Monarchs are on their way north. As milkweed plants begin to grow watch for eggs and caterpillars.
Report Your Sightings
Hunting Map
Rice Lake Refuge offers small game, woodcock, snipe and deer hunting during state seasons. Download the map and regulations PDF for detailed information.
Hunting Map & Regulations
Hiking Trails Map
A map of the refuge, our trails and important information to know before you visit are included in the PDF below.
Hiking Trails Map
About the NWRS
The National Wildlife Refuge System, within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, manages a national network of lands and waters set aside to conserve America's fish, wildlife, and plants.
Learn more about the NWRS
Page Photo Credits – All photos courtesy of USFWS unless otherwise noted.
Last Updated: Oct 16, 2019