- Middle Toussaint Unit
This unit is located on North Toussaint Road, just east of Benton Carroll Road and approximately 4 miles southeast of the main refuge complex. This 70-acre site is home to a tree restoration project... you'll know that you are here when you see all of the plastic tubes sticking up out of the earth! These are guards to protect the young trees from grazers like rabbits and deer. In addition to the tree restoration and prairie habitat, the property is also right next to the Toussaint Creek promising a variety of bird and wildlife species. This spot could get really birdy during spring migration with potential for sparrow species, dickcissels, wood warblers, and herons.
The Middle Toussaint now has a parking lot and kayak launch for visitors to use. During the hunting season, this is also a public hunting area.
Hunting of the listed species is allowed in accordance with state regulations. Only the species listed may be hunted. Trapping is allowed with a refuge issued permit only. Contact the refuge for a permit. For more information see the hunting regulations.Fishing is allowed in the creek per state regulations.
Driving DirectionsDirections from Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge: Travel east (left) on SR 2, then turn south (right) on Benton-Carroll Rd. Turn east (left) on North Toussaint Rd. The Middle Toussaint Unit will be on your left and right, approximately 3/4 mile down the road.