NRT Database

Location: Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge, Kenmare, ND
State(s): North Dakota
Counties: Ward
Longitude: -102.0138
Latitude: 48.61463

Driving Directions

Approximately 5.5 miles south of Kenmare on the Des Lacs NWR Auto tour route.

Description

The bottom portion of the trail is in the draw where excellent bird watching opportunities abound. There is a small pool of water within comfortable viewing distance from the first bench. Turtles and duck broods can regularly be found in the spring. The trail then climbs up the side of the draw to the upland prairie.

The upland portion is one of the best places on the refuge to view native wildflowers as well as upland birds. The upland portion of the trail as it returns to the parking area allows visitors a spectacular view of the lake and marsh.

The bottom portion of the trail is hard surfaced and is intended to be accessible to all. Four benches provide resting areas along the top and bottom of the trail. Munch's Coulee is an excellent area to work with school groups as it is located on a road easily navigated by buses, has ample parking, and includes most of the habitats found on the refuge within the area.

Additional Details

Width: 60 inches.
Primary Surface: Grass or vegetation
Secondary Surface: Grass or Vegetation

Average Grade: 1%
Maximum Grade: 20%
Elevation Low Point: 1,880
Elevation High Point: 1,965
Elevation Gain (cumulative): Not Available

Year Designated: 2005

Supporting Webpages and Documents

Contact Information

For more information and current conditions, contact the trail manager (listed below). For questions, suggestions, and corrections to information listed on the website, contact American Trails.

Trail Management:
Dan Severson
Des Lacs NWR Complex
P.O. Box 578
Kenmare, ND 58746
(701) 385-4046
dan_severson@fws.gov
http://deslacs.fws.gov