Kensal, North Dakota · Stutsman County
Established in 1935 as a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife this 15,973-acre refuge is an important stopover for many species of birds as they journey north and south during annual migrations.
Established in 1935 as a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife this 15,973-acre refuge is an important stopover for many species of birds as they journey north and south during annual migrations.
The Refuge headquarters is located 26 miles north of Jamestown and about 23 miles south of Carrington. From Jamestown, travel north on Highway 281 to Edmunds. At Edmunds, go east on County Road 44 for 5.5 miles and turn north on the headquarters road. From Carrington, travel south on Highway 281 to Edmunds. Turn east on County Road 44 for 5.5 miles, and turn north on the headquarters road. There are signs on Highway 281 and County Road 44 directing visitors to the headquarters.
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