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Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge Scenic Backway

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  • Des Lacs Wildlife Refuge's auto tour starts at the south end of the refuge.
  • The backway offers views of the refuge's lakes and marshes.
  • Many of the refuges structures were built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
  • Old Dutch Mill in Kenmare
  • South entrance to refuge
  • Opportunities for birdwatching abound, especially during spring and fall migration.
  • The refuge has a variety of different habitat, including grasslands, lakes, marshes and wooded draws
  • Western grebes running over the water during their courtship draws many visitors each spring.
  • Interpretive panels provide information about the park and surrounding communities.
  • Upper Des Lacs Lake
  • Note the rock art above the lake.
  • The refuge has a variety of hiking trails.
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