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The Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge encompasses around twenty-five miles of central lower Michigan, just south of the Saginaw Bay. Established back in 1953 as a preserved habitat for migratory waterfowl, the wildlife refuge is more than 9,000 acres in size and offers a peaceful place just outside of the city of Saginaw.

The Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge, also known by locals as the “Shiawassee Flats,” is situated within the Saginaw Bay watershed, one of Michigan’s most productive and largest wetland ecosystems.

The refuge is a great place to view a variety of birds, making it a popular destination for birdwatching.

Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge, 6975 Mower Rd, Saginaw, MI 48601, Phone: 989-777-5930

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