Long Lake
Long Lake is located immediately east of Highway 83 and south of Interstate 94, entirely within the Long Lake National Wildlife Refuge. President Herbert Hoover established the bird sanctuary in 1932.
The 6,475-hectare lake, which was formed during the most recent ice age and is a location for the Western Hemisphere Shorebird Reserve Network (WHSRN), is home to around 20,000 shorebirds annually. It is a small lake that spans two North Dakota counties for a distance of 29 kilometers. Long Lake, which was named a Globally Important Bird Area in 2001, is a popular destination for birdwatchers looking to see migratory and nesting waterfowl species as well as rare migrant birds.
The lake was recognized as a "Globally Important Bird Area," making it a haven for bird lovers. Near its shores, a wide variety of waterfowl, shorebirds, and unusual migrant birds find shelter. It's a sight to behold because of the surrounding hills covered in blossoming flowers and rolling prairies. To get a panoramic perspective, go to the Butte viewpoint, which is close to Lake Unit 1. Additionally, there is a mile-long track where you may hike and occasionally stop to use your binoculars to see the birds. Do bear in mind that there aren't any camping options and that the refuge shuts at dusk.
Location: Burleigh & Kidder counties
