Crosby Wetlands Management District
Crosby Wetland Management District (WMD) is located in Divide, Burke, and Williams Counties in northwestern North Dakota. The district includes over 17,000 acres of Waterfowl Production Areas (WPA's), numerous grassland and wetland easement contracts, and the 3,219 acre Lake Zahl National Wildlife Refuge.
All Waterfowl Production Areas are open to hunting and trapping; and by permit for wildlife observation, photography, and environmental study. You are encouraged to explore the prairie world of the WPA's. Please remember, all motorized vehicles are restricted to section line roads or trails. Camping is not permitted on the WPA's and there are few opportunities for fishing.
Larger towns provide lodging and small primitive campgrounds are scattered throughout the District. For further information, please contact the Refuge Manager, Crosby WMD, 10100 Hwy 42 NW, Crosby, North Dakota 58730. Telephone: (701) 965-6488.
