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The Refuge is open to wildlife photography, wildlife observation, and hunting. There are no established trails or roads through the refuge. Please follow all State and Federal Laws and Regulations. 

Activities

Hunting
Photography
Hiking

Other Facilities in the Complex

 The John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge is managed as part of the Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge Complex. 

Bull bison standing on the prairie
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car on auto tour with mountains in background and white geese in foreground
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Locations

John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge
(402) 376-3789
85346 443rd AveBassett,NE68714

John W. and Louise Seier NWR is open for wildlife-dependent recreation. There are no established roads or trails through the refuge. 

Driving Directions

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°)