Features

  • Where is Quivira?

    Quivira is located in central Kansas, 30 miles west of Hutchinson.

    About the Refuge

  • Flock of Northern Pintails in a marsh

    Hunting and Fishing at Quivira

    Fishing is allowed year-round. Limited hunting is available September through February. Check here!

    Hunting and Fishing at Quivira

  • Pair of adult Whooping Cranes

    Whooping Crane Update

    Fall Whooper migration should begin in October. See how many birds were observed this past spring!

    Whooping Crane Sightings

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    Birding Quivira

    Quivira is one of the top birding destinations in the United States. Find out where to go and when.

    Learn More

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    Quivira's Comprehensive Conservation Plan (CCP)

    Quivira now has a completed Comprehensive Conservation Plan (CCP). Copies are available online or at the Visitor Center. Click here for details.

    Comprehensive Conservation Planning

Other Items of Interest

Where is Quivira?

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Quivira is located in central Kansas, 30 miles west of Hutchinson.

About the Refuge

Hunting Status

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Hunting is CLOSED at Quivira until September. Check the Hunting/Fishing page for seasons and other information.

Hunting and Fishing at Quivira

Quivira's New Hunting/Fishing Permit

Quivira requires a no-cost permit, available online or at Refuge kiosks. See details by clicking here.

Hunting and Fishing Permit

Easy to Find at Quivira Now:

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Left to right: Snow Goose, White-tailed Deer, American Kestrel

Recent Bird Observations

Recent Bird Observations

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Catch the latest news on what is being observed at Quivira, including Waterfowl and Shorebird Surveys.

See what is here

Nesting Bald Eagles

Bald Eagle Nest Updates

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Quivira has nesting Bald Eagles! Catch the latest news on these large, impressive birds.

Bald Eagles at Quivira

Waterfowl and Shorebirds

Bird Surveys - recent data

Marbled Godwit along NE 170th Street

Check here for the most recent Waterfowl and Shorebird surveys.

Biological Surveys

Get to Know GPNC

The Great Plains Nature Center

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Get to know our sister operation in Wichita. Click here to find out more.

Great Plains Nature Center

About the NWRS

National Wildlife Refuge System

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The National Wildlife Refuge System, within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, manages a national network of lands and waters set aside to conserve America's fish, wildlife, and plants.

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