About John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge
The Refuge is found in the Sandhills of north-central Nebraska, as a sanctuary among the Sandhills. The Sandhills region is the largest remaining tract of mixed and tall grass prairie in North America. The Refuge is located 25 miles south of Bassett, Nebraska.Currently, the Refuge is open to several forms of wildlife-dependent recreation, including photography, wildlife observation, and hunting. The Refuge is administered through Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge Complex office located in Valentine, Nebraska.
How to Get There
John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge (Seier NWR) is approximately 2,400 acres, located in Rock County Nebraska at 85346 443rd Avenue, Rose, NE 68714. Seier NWR is about 25 miles south of Bassett, NE on HWY 183. From HWY 183 head west on 854th Ave. for approximately 2 miles. (42.195167°-99.602479°)
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge
Heading to John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge?
No central reservation system listed for John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/3960) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge?
John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge (Seier NWR) is approximately 2,400 acres, located in Rock County Nebraska at 85346 443rd Avenue, Rose, NE 68714. Seier NWR is about 25 miles south of Bassett, NE on HWY 183. From HWY 183 head west on 854th Ave. for approximately 2 miles. (42.195167°-99.602479°)
How do I contact John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge?
You can reach the park at phone: 402-387-3789 or email: fortniobrara@fws.gov.
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