Whittlesey Creek National Wildlife Refuge

The refuge contains wetlands, spring-fed streams, forests, and grasslands along the southern shore of Lake Superior, creating multiple ecosystems for wildlife.

The United States Fish and Wildlife Service established this protected area in 1999 to manage and restore coastal wetland habitats near Lake Superior.

The David R. Obey Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center presents exhibits, murals, and archives that detail the natural resources of the region.

Visitors can access the refuge through the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center at 29270 County Highway G in Ashland, Wisconsin.

The sanctuary focuses on restoring populations of coaster brook trout, a native fish species that migrates between Lake Superior and neighboring streams.

Location: Wisconsin

Inception: 1999

Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/whittlesey_creek

GPS coordinates: 46.59210,-90.96200

Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:15