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The Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge is a federal national wildlife refuge located in Jasper County, Iowa, United States.

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Sep 15, 2023
This was an unplanned stop on a recent trip. The area in primarily a beautiful prairie with some areas of forest. It is wonderful just to drive through, but we stopped for a short hike in the oak s… Full review by Ed S
Jul 15, 2023
A beautiful area with great prairie vistas, bison and elk. We saw bison by the roadside but wished I had remembered to bring my binoculars for the elk in the distance. They are there, just slow down … Full review by Air_Sea_Sky
Jun 12, 2023
Breaking the prairie was the most beautiful, the most epochal, the most hopeful, and as I look back on it, in one way the most pathetic thing man ever did, for in it, one of the loveliest things ever… Full review by DeborahDLoves2Travel

Facts

Date founded:1990

Questions & answers

Q:
Is this time of year a good time to see the buffalo and as in summer is late afternoon best
A:
I was there in June and did not see the buffalo. Advice from kediler is good. call the center. Perhaps with snow on the group and the grass down the buffalo might be easier to see
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Frequently asked questions

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What is the status of my CITES permit?
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For all CITES-related inquiries or permitting questions, contact the Division of Management Authority:
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