Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge
3121 Visitor Center Rd, Decatur, AL 35603
35,000 acres · 7 miles of trails
Decatur's Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge spans 35,000 acres along the Tennessee River, where leashed dogs stick to designated shaded trails. Water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans support visits. Avoid sensitive wildlife areas.
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- Park
- Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Decatur, Alabama
- Coordinates
- 34.5450, -86.9617
- Size
- 35,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 7
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,240 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.7 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 1,240 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 35,000 acres of room
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Dog policy
35,000-acre USFWS refuge along Tennessee River. Leashed dogs on designated trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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