Puddles Shuttle Tours at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge – Visitor Center – Oak Harbor, OH

Take a tour on the Puddles Shuttle!
Enjoy a 60-90 minute tour of refuge trails aboard our open-air electric shuttle.

• Lots of stops for birding, wildlife observation, and photography.
• Bring binoculars or borrow ours.
• Guided tours are weather permitting, and seating is limited.
• All ages are welcome, though tours may be best for ages 6 & up.
• Tours are free and operated by volunteers.
• For the comfort of others, please do not bring tripods.
• No pets.
• During high demand times, please limit sign ups to one per day.
• Groups of 6-10 people may request a personal tour by calling 419-313-0982.

Scheduled Tours
Shuttle Tours are planned for Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11am and 1pm (times vary during peak migration season). Tours are scheduled dependent on volunteer availability and weather. On-line registration closes 6 hours before the tour starts. If you would like a reservation on the day of a tour please call the 419-313-3236.

If you have any questions about tour availability, feel free to reach out: 419-313-3236.

You're making a difference.

Thank you to all of the donors who contributed towards the purchase of the Puddles Shuttle in 2022. We are excited to offer this service to all, free of charge! Friends often support public access, youth development, and restoration initiatives on the refuge. Learn more about ways you can support Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge today.