North Dakota is full of little pockets of natural, untouched land that are home to tons of plants and animals. Seeing one of these spots is like seeing a natural paradise, and this particular place is exactly that.
The J. Clark Salyer National Wildlife Refuge has a headquarters located near Upham, North Dakota. The total size covers over 6,500 square miles. This includes land in five different counties.
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The wetlands in this area creates creeks, ponds, and lakes that are beautiful to see.
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These scenic sights are very popular with photographers. They are full of hidden things to be discovered. You can even take a 13 mile canoe trail down the Souris River.
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Wildlife is abundant here! People hoping to see animals in their natural habitats or take advantage of the hunting opportunities will find everything from deer, moose, and beavers to birds of all shapes and sizes.
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Fox, coyotes, and a long list of birds of prey such as bald eagles are spotted here often. It’s like walking through a North Dakota style safari!
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The refuge is breathtaking to see year round. From the warm summers filled with wildflowers…
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…To the vibrant colors of fall changing the trees…
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…and to the migration of thousands of birds at the beginning and end of winter. There is no off-season at the refuge, so you can visit any time of the year.
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Everything this place has to offer and the stunning, scenic sights easily makes this spot a natural slice of paradise.
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If you’d like to find out more about the J. Clark Salyer National Wildlife Refuge, follow this link.
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Looking for more natural areas to visit? Discover more in North Dakota at these awesome state parks.
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