Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
14000 W State Route 2, Oak Harbor, OH 43449
8,000 acres · 9 miles of trails
Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge in Oak Harbor spans wetlands with shaded paths, water access, and benches for leashed dogs. Dog bags, parking, restrooms, and trash cans are provided. Skip the Crane Creek Estuary Trail boardwalk and pick up waste.
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- Park
- Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Oak Harbor, Ohio
- Coordinates
- 41.6133, -83.1875
- Size
- 8,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 9
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (1,820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 8.3 / 10 — Exceptional
- 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:Yes
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:Yes
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 1,820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 8,000 acres of room
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Dog policy
Pet-friendly attraction spanning 8,000+ acres of wetlands, grasslands, and forests. Pets must be on a leash at all times. NOT permitted on the Crane Creek Estuary Trail (boardwalk). Pet waste must be picked up and disposed of properly.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Dog waste bags
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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