J. Clark Salyer National Wildlife Refuge

The refuge extends for 45 miles from the Manitoba border, encompassing 58,693 acres of wetlands, grasslands, and river valley habitats.

Established in 1935 as Lower Souris National Wildlife Refuge, the area received its current name in 1967 to honor John Clark Salyer II.

Native American tribes including Arikara, Assiniboine, Cheyenne, Hidatsa, Lakota, and Mandan lived in this region before European settlement.

The refuge headquarters and visitor center are located 2 miles north of Upham, accessible through State Highway 14 from U.S. Highway 2.

Five main dikes with water control structures manage 23,000 acres of wetlands, supporting 250 bird species throughout their migration cycles.

Location: North Dakota

Inception: 1935

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

GPS coordinates: 48.61670,-100.70000

Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:17