Northern Tallgrass Prairie National Wildlife Refuge encompasses all or part of 85 counties in western Minnesota and northwestern Iowa.

Visit Us

Each unit of Northern Tallgrass Prairie National Wildlife Refuge offers visitors a wonderful chance to explore a rare native ecosystem. 

Location and Contact Information

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  • Northern Tallgrass Prairie National Wildlife Refuge
    C/O Big Stone National Wildlife Refuge 44843 County Road 19 Odessa, MN 56276-2062
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    Two student volunteers holding invasive species.
    Invasive Species Strike Team Applications Being Accepted

    Applications for an invasive species invasive species
    An invasive species is any plant or animal that has spread or been introduced into a new area where they are, or could, cause harm to the environment, economy, or human, animal, or plant health. Their unwelcome presence can destroy ecosystems and cost millions of dollars.

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    strike team (four positions) to help with invasive species management on refuge lands in west-central Minnesota are now being accepted. Interested applicants may find more details and apply through SCA (*When you use this link you are leaving the USFWS web sites. DOI and the bureaus do not guarantee that outside Web sites comply with Section 508 (Accessibility Requirements) of the Rehabilitation Act*).

    Our Species

    Dakota skipper, grasshopper sparrow and greater prairie chicken are some of the many species you may find, when you visit Northern Tallgrass Prairie National Wildlife Refuge.

    Get Involved

    Volunteers are always welcome.