Telegram - Serving Metropolitan Detroit Since 1944

The time has finally come! Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge’s grounds are now open seven days a week during daylight hours! Though the John D. Dingell Jr. Visitor Center remains closed; the grounds around the building are open for self-guided visitation. What does this mean for our visitors? It means you can now enjoy hiking, fishing, biking, wildlife observation, photography, and more at your local refuge any day of the week from sun up to sundown. Come early in the morning and experience nature waking up as the birds began to sing and the morning sun shines on the Detroit River. Or visit later in the day with your family, friends, or pets and hike the three miles of trails in the Humbug Marsh Unit. This unit has beautiful trails along the Detroit River that are filled with amazing wildlife to observe. Now that it is Spring; visitors will soon be able to see the return of many songbirds as they fly into Michigan after a long migration. The Humbug Marsh Unit also has accommodations like an observation deck, interpretive signs, and a human-size model of an eagle’s nest. Visitors can also explore the refuge by completing missions on the free Agents of Discovery app. There are so many things to come out in discover at the refuge; come visit us at 5437 West Jefferson Ave., Trenton, MI 48183 or check out our website and Facebook page!