Detroit Lakes
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501-7959
Plan Your Visit
Fees
There is no charge to visit.
Restrooms
Restrooms are available inside the district office during normal working hours.
What To Do
If you have one hour
- Headquarters Trail: A 1.5 mile hiking trail that includes grasslands and wildflowers with wildlife viewing opportunities.
If you have half a day or more
- Helliksen Prairie Waterfowl Production Area: Located in northwest Becker County, this is a special remnant wet prairie for observing wildflowers and grassland birds like greater prairie chickens.
- Zillmer/Felton Prairie: Located on the Lake Agassiz Beach Ridge, it offers stunning views of the Red River Valley and a mix of wet and dry remnant and restored prairie.
Know Before You Go
Wear appropriate footwear and dress for the weather. Consider bringing water, food, binoculars, field guides, a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
There is no charge to visit.
The office is located in the west central portion of Minnesota with lands located in Becker, Clay, Mahnomen, Norman and Polk Counties. It is 2 miles north of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, via Hwy 59 North, then 1 mile east on CR 131 at 1732 North Tower Road, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501.
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Get Involved
Whether you want to further conservation, learn more about nature or share your love of the outdoors, you’ve come to the right place. National wildlife refuges and wetland management districts provide many opportunities for you to help your community by doing what you love.
Services
The Detroit Lakes Wetland Management District offers grassland and wetland easements to support habitat conservation in the Prairie Pothole Region. These services provide consultation, technical assistance, financial assistance, and land management support to protect critical habitats for migratory birds and other wildlife.
About
Detroit Lakes Wetland Management District was established in 1962 and manages hundreds of waterfowl production areas across Becker, Clay, Mahnomen, Norman, and Polk Counties in northwest Minnesota. The district focuses on habitat for nesting waterfowl within the prairie pothole region, having preserved 3,200 acres of remnant tallgrass prairie and restored thousands of acres of wetlands. Its mission is to conserve, manage, and restore fish, wildlife, and plant resources for the benefit of present and future generations of Americans.