Scan for waterfowl on the lake or passerines in the wooded area.
This is a water trail access point at the end of the road. The road ends in water.
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The entire area is important as a resting area for large concentrations of migrating waterfowl, gulls, and shorebirds. The area is also critical as a wintering area for large numbers of Bald Eagles. Nesting birds include Bobolink, Cerulean Warbler, Black-billed Cuckoo, Wood Thrush, and in some years Kentucky Warbler.
The Red Rock Dam is about five miles southwest of Pella; the refuge area extends northwest beyond Runnells in Polk County to near Hartford in Warren County.
Roadside viewing
Restrooms on site
Wheelchair accessible trail
Entrance fee
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Last updated June 16, 2023