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Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge is located along the James River, 26 miles north of Jamestown in east central North Dakota. The refuge, which includes lakes, marshes, and wetlands, was established to provide a sanctuary and breeding ground for resident and migrating birds and other wildlife and is very popular with nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and avid photographers.

You can explore at your own pace along a 5.5-mile car or motorbike route, hike along a short interpretive trail, or spend a few hours snapping winning photos from one of two concealed viewing hides. You can try your hand at fishing using a canoe or non-motorized boat (in season), but bird and wildlife watching are the most popular activities in the refuge.

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