Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge

Hiding in plain sight!! Beautiful!

What a hidden gem! This refuge is beautiful, quiet and peaceful! We saw wildlife - rabbits, muskrat, heron, all kinds of birds, geese, ducks and some gorgeous flowers! We owned the 6.5 mile path wh...

Excellent on foot or by car

This is one of the premiere spots for bird migration and nature viewing in the country. Every time I go, I see something different from bald eagle families, to muskrats, to hundreds of monarchs to tho...

Fascinating Wildlife Refuge near Saginaw

I came here not really knowing what to expect. I came on an overcast day in the morning, so that might have helped. But the scenery and wildlife were amazing. The trails and roads are built high and k...

unspoiled river scenery and wildlife

abundant wildlife and excellent birding opportunities; can't wait to return to see what I can in the next trip

Low water levels

Water is very low and fields dry making for few waterfowl and cranes. Always enjoy the drive though. Just opened June 1st. We went in the afternoon, not very busy.