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Cheyenne Bottoms Birdwatching
Because Cheyenne Bottoms is such a diverse, large and unique marsh, birdwatching is one of the more popular activities on the area. Waterfowl can be seen throughout the year. During migration, numbers can climb to 250,000
, KS BirdwatchingQuivira National Wildlife Refuge Visitors Center
Located at the south end of the Refuge, the Visitors Center is filled with hands on displays for children and adults alike. The animal pelt table is of particular interest to children and the birdsong board is definitely attention grabbing. Imagine the delight in your children'
, KS Visitors CentersHarvey County West Park Camping
Campers will find a variety of campsites with electricity as well as a number of primitive sites both with access to restrooms and bathhouses.
, KS CampingCheyenne Bottoms Hunting
Hunting pressure on the Bottoms can be heavy during water-fowl season, particularly on weekends. Hunters planning trips to the Bottoms should consider weekday hunts. Hunting is NOT ALLOWED in the refuge areas.
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Quivira NWR Fishing
Fishing is allowed on all bodies of water on the Refuge. In addition, we now have a "Kids Fishing Pond"...adults MUST be accompanied by a fishing child, 14
, KS FishingHarvey County West Park Fishing
The 310 acre park offers a 16 acre fishing lake stocked with channel cat, largemouth bass and crappie. The Little Arkansas River offers good flathead and channel cat fishing and is accessible to small boats and canoes.
, KS FishingCheyenne Bottoms Camping
Camping is permitted only in the primitive campground located 1
, KS CampingCheyenne Bottoms Trapping
Trapping is permitted on the wildlife area. A special permit is required. It is available at the area office free of charge
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