Lake Thibadeau
Malta, MT 59538-9617
Plan Your Visit
Closed to the Public
This national wildlife refuge is not on federally owned land. Access by the public is controlled by the landowner.
Services
Services for Lake Thibadeau National Wildlife Refuge are administered by staff stationed at Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge. Services offered include special use permits.
About
Lake Thibadeau National Wildlife Refuge encompasses land reserved from public domain and 13 refuge and flowage easements on private lands. Established in 1937, the refuge serves as a breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife. Its history is rooted in Great Depression-era programs like the Works Progress Administration, which focused on water conservation during the Dust Bowl. Today, the refuge consists of four main water units, primarily providing seasonal habitat on private lands.