Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge
36298 State Hwy 65, McGregor, MN 55760
18,300 acres · 4 miles of trails
Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge by McGregor lets leashed dogs roam trails and the auto tour route amid wild rice fields and waterfowl. Shade, water, parking, and restrooms are provided. Stay on designated paths.
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- Park
- Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- McGregor, Minnesota
- Coordinates
- 46.5325, -93.3408
- Size
- 18,300 acres
- Trail miles
- 4
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (220 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.4 / 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
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 18,300 acres of room
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Dog policy
18,300-acre refuge known for wild rice + waterfowl. Leashed dogs on trails + auto tour route.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
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