Moquah Barrens Wildlife Area

National Natural Landmark
View Website Favorite (2) Bayfield County - Iron River, WI 54847
Information: 715-373-2667
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The area is rolling with sandy soils and good, open views. The vegetation is a mix of open, upland jack pine barrens, red pine savanna, and mixed pine/oak forest. There are several sandy-bottomed lakes at the southwest edge of the area. The area, well known for its blueberries, is managed with prescribed fire, and has a superb late summer wildflower bloom.

Nearby Places

1
Ashland Fireworks 7/04/2026 Ashland - 7.46 miles away
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Northern Pines Sled Dog Race 2/07/2026 Iron River - 11.78 miles away
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Northern Pines Sled Dog Race 2/07/2026 Iron River - 11.78 miles away
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Ashland’s Independence Day Celebration 7/04/2026 Ashland - 15.05 miles away
5
Book Across the Bay 2/14/2026 Ashland - 15.09 miles away
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Bay Days Festival 7/17/2026 - 7/18/2026 Ashland - 15.33 miles away
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Killer Queen - A Tribute to Queen 7/18/2026 Bayfield - 18.97 miles away
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Santa Arrives on the Ferry 12/13/2025 Bayfield - 23.39 miles away