Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge, Louisa Division
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Wildlife viewing opportunities abound at the crown jewel in Louisa County's outdoor treasures.
CLOSED TO ALL USES SEP 15 TO JAN 31
(overlook & adjacent trail open year round)
Amenities
- parking lots
- handicap accessible fishing dock
- scenic overlook
- boat ramp (Mississippi River)
Reasons to Visit
Paddling: shallow lake and wetlands; water trail map available August 2007
Watchable Wildlife: prairie, wetland, forest, open water, scenic overlook
Hunting: not allowed
Fishing: shallow lake, wetlands
Trails: hike and bike on work roads (level, crushed limestone with some bigger stone); hike on timbered overlook trail
Location:
Northeast of Wapello
10728 County Road X61, Wapello, IA 52653
Size: 2609 acres
Habitat: prairie, wetland, forest, open water
Management:
Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Sally_Jack@fws.gov 319-523-6982
