Quick Facts
Location:
44450 Elm Island Rd, Gibbon, NE 68840
Significance:
Great birdwatching location along the trail.
MANAGED BY:
National Audubon Society
Ian Nicholson Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary focuses on conservation of the Platte River ecosystem and the birds that rely on it. Do you want to get closer to an authentic emigrant trail experience? Visit this trail site to view wildlife and the preserved Platte River ecosystem.
The Audubon Center is located at the heart of a critical spring staging area for hundreds of thousands of migrating Sand Cranes, and visitors can experience one of the last great wildlife migrations on the planet. Outside of the spring migration, the sanctuary boasts close encounters with iconic grassland and riverside birds.
Site Information
Location (44450 Elm Island Rd, Gibbon, NE 68840)
Available Facilities
Rowe has over 3 miles of hiking to explore year-round from dawn-dusk. During crane season, access to trails is restricted from 10:00 am - 4:00 PM to prevent disturbance to cranes.
Safety Considerations
More Site Information
Oregon National Historic Trail
California National Historic Trail
Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail
Pony Express National Historic Trail
California National Historic Trail, Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail, Oregon National Historic Trail
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* california national historic trail
* mormon pioneer national historic trail
* oregon national historic trail
* california trail
* oregon trail
* national trails
* nebraska
* wildlife
* birdwatching
* birds
* audubon society
Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service
