Agassiz Wilderness

The 4,000-acre wilderness contains wetlands, black spruce forests, tamarack bogs, and two natural lakes named Kuriko and Whiskey.

The area became a designated wilderness zone in 1976 as part of the larger Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge, established in 1937.

The wilderness preserves a natural corridor where northern coniferous forests meet prairie landscapes, supporting 300 bird species and 50 mammal species.

Access to the wilderness requires permits and remains limited to specific hunting seasons, with no camping allowed within its boundaries.

This protected land contains the westernmost black spruce-tamarack bog formation in Minnesota, creating specialized habitats for northern species.

Location: Marshall County

GPS coordinates: 48.34470,-95.88330

Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:24