Clear Creek Wildlife Refuge and Garden County Wildlife Refuge
Wild and Pristine Refuge
Garden County Wildlife Refuge, located in a 110 yard strip on either side of the North Platte River in Garden County, and Clear Creek Refuge and Wildlife Management Area, southeast of Lewellen, are open to seasonal and specialty hunting and fishing, and provide a way to see the heart of our “wild and pristine” landscape. The sites are also popular with hikers, mushroom hunters, and bird watchers.
Birding Opportunities
Birders enjoy some excellent viewing opportunities during both spring and fall migrations. They can spot most species of waterfowl and shore birds found in the Central Flyway as well as many grassland species. From mid-February to mid-April many Sandhill Cranes stage along the North Platte River and wet meadows on the area. Many folks have seen some of the numerous river otter that call the area home as well.”
Additional Information
Garden County Wildlife Refuge, located in a 110 yard strip on either side of the North Platte River in Garden County, and Clear Creek Refuge and Wildlife Management Area, southeast of Lewellen, are open to seasonal and specialty hunting and fishing, and provide a way to see the heart of our “wild and pristine” landscape. The sites are also popular with hikers, mushroom hunters, and bird watchers.
Birding Opportunities
Birders enjoy some excellent viewing opportunities during both spring and fall migrations. They can spot most species of waterfowl and shore birds found in the Central Flyway as well as many grassland species. From mid-February to mid-April many Sandhill Cranes stage along the North Platte River and wet meadows on the area. Many folks have seen some of the numerous river otter that call the area home as well.”
Additional Information
- Garden County Refuge is closed to all bird hunting.
- Visit the Clear Creek Retreat website for hunting, fishing, boating, camping and more.
- View a Clear Creek Seasonal Refuge Map and Regulations
- Nebraska Game and Parks
