Discover the Wonders of Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center

Getting There

• Walking

  If you're starting from downtown Decatur, head south on 6th Ave SE towards the intersection with 2nd St SE. Turn left onto 2nd St SE and continue walking until you reach the intersection with 14th St SE. Turn right onto 14th St SE. Follow this street as it turns into Gordon Dr SE, and continue walking until you reach the intersection with US-31. Cross US-31 carefully, continuing on Gordon Dr SE, which will take you towards the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge. Look for signs along the route. After a mile, you will see the entrance to the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center on your right at 3121 Visitors Center Rd.

• Bicycle

  Starting from the Decatur Civic Center, head south on 6th Ave SE. Turn left onto 2nd St SE and then right onto 14th St SE. Continue straight as it becomes Gordon Dr SE. Follow the bike paths and the road until you reach US-31. Carefully cross US-31 and continue on Gordon Dr SE. After about 1.5 miles, you will see the entrance to Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center on your right at 3121 Visitors Center Rd. Make sure to wear a helmet and follow all traffic rules.

• Public Transport

  While Decatur does not have extensive public transport, you can take the local bus service. Check the local bus schedule for routes that might take you towards the visitor center. As an alternative, consider using a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft for convenience. If you take a bus, get off near US-31, then walk south on Gordon Dr SE until you reach the visitor center at 3121 Visitors Center Rd.