Wetlands and Wildlife Scenic Byway
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Birding on the Wetlands and Wildlife Scenic Byway

Drive the Wetlands and Wildlife Scenic Byway through central Kansas for a birding experience that will please both novice and expert birders. Cover exciting ground at Cheyenne Bottoms and Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, two of the world's most important birding areas.
Wetlands and Wildlife Scenic Byway Overview

The Wetlands & Wildlife Scenic Byway provides a natural, rural experience. Visit Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area and Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, two of the largest wetland ecosystems in the world that provide natural beauty and endless possibilities for exploring nature, providing opportunities for hiking, viewing wildlife, and one-of-a kind bird-watching.

2-Day Trip: Winging Through The Wetlands
(Kansas)

Start your first day early with a great breakfast in a local café and a delightful hour of bird watching at Cheyenne Bottoms. Then the rural charms of communities along the byway will educate and entertain you. Enjoy a live bird show and then it's time for lunch in small-town...