Rowe Sanctuary Hiking Trails
Hours of Operation: Jan 1 - Feb 17, 2026 and April 12- Dec 31, 2026
- Visitor Center hours are 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Tuesday-Saturday.
- Trails are open dawn-dusk. (East trails are currently closed)
Crane Season Hours of Operation: Feb 18 - April 11, 2026
- Visitor Center hours are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, every day
- Trails are open 9:00 am - 4:00 pm*
- Seasonal trail closures in place to limit disruption to cranes. Please see "Crane Season Trail Map" below.
- *Hours subject to change at staff discretion, if necessary to prevent disruption to cranes.
Year-round
- Admission is free.
- Pets on a leash are only allowed in the parking lot and in a designated pet exercise area south of the parking lot. No pets are allowed on the trails.
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Crane season is coming. Reservations now open!
Book A Tour
Tour reservations open online on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 9:00 am CST. One of the greatest wildlife spectacles in North America, this gathering of cranes is the largest in the world.
Crane Season Programs and Events
This year for crane season, you can now book special events and programs in addition to your guided viewing experience.
Crane Season Information
Plan your visit. Whether you’re interested in programming, photography, or a guided tour, there’s something for everyone.
