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Rowe

Explore Rowe Sanctuary

Experience the Platte River and Nebraska’s grasslands.
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Discover the beauty and wildlife of Rowe Sanctuary, a flagship 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú nature preserve along Nebraska’s Platte River. The sanctuary protects prime habitat for iconic bird species, including Sandhill and Whooping Cranes, and offers year-round opportunities to connect with nature. Visitors can explore the Iain Nicolson 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú Center, enjoy miles of hiking trails and learn about local conservation efforts that help protect birds and the river-landscape they depend on.

Crane Season

Rowe Sanctuary offers daily guided tours at sunrise and sunset to view the spectacular concentrations of Sandhill Cranes on their river roosts from new discovery stations strategically placed along the Platte River close to Sandhill Crane roosts.
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Crane Season: February 15 - April 15

During crane season, we limit trail use to protect the birds from disturbance while roosting. Visitors should not plan to watch Sandhill Cranes on the river from Rowe Sanctuary Trails. Information about public viewing locations can be .

​Outside of crane season, Rowe’s trails and parking lot are open from dawn to dusk every day.

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