Two children looking at a herd of elk from the bed of a carriage in a snowy landscape with mountains in the background

If you enjoy getting outdoors and looking for wildlife, consider a visit to Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge!  From birding to big game, from viewing speedy pronghorn or soaring raptors, wildlife observation is the most popular activity for refuge visitors.

From every state and all parts of the globe, 15,000-20,000 people visit each year, especially for the chance to see concentrations of pronghorn and birds.  The Refuge's extensive road system and expansive backcounty offer visitors the chance to discover America’s best wildlife spectacles.