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Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari

16406 292nd St, Ashland, NE 68003
+1 402 944 9453
Ranked #1 of 4 attractions in Ashland
4.5 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
Type: Zoos, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Owner description: Drive-through adventure zoo's road leads visitors through several different 'lands' featuring Sandhill Cranes, antelope, deer and a large buffalo...... more » Owner description: Drive-through adventure zoo's road leads visitors through several different 'lands' featuring Sandhill Cranes, antelope, deer and a large buffalo herd. Most of the animals freely roam this corner of the county. All can be seen from visitors' cars, but Wolf Woods section requires a short walk. The interactive nature exhibits can be explored hile out of the car. « less
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Wheatland, Wyoming
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

We have visited this park a couple times and it is always a nice break on our road trips thru Nebraska/Iowa. Nice to see native wildlife in a natural setting. The white bison is a bonus. Didn't see wolves or bear this time around, but appreciate that they live in a natural type habitat so can not be visible at... More

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Council Bluffs, Iowa
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

We come here often mostly to see the wolves (they have a pack of 4 on the property) since my daughter loves them, but I also enjoy seeing the elk, deer, birds, eagles, and bison. They have a really nice aviary with 6 bald eagles, you can take some really nice photos of them without a fence in the way.... More

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Saint Joseph
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

A great destination to see the native wildlife of Nebraska and the Midwest plains up close. You drive along a 4 mile gravel roadway and view the various groups of Bison, Elk, Deer, Pelicans, and other water fowl. We saw several wild turkeys and cranes. There is a parking area where you can get out and walk to see an... More

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Omaha, Nebraska
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

This is a great way to get to see, buffalo, deer, elk, etc. bring your camera More

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Omaha, Nebraska, United States
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012

We don't go enough, but it is a great place to go to with the family. Drive through and see animals up close - what more could you want?! More

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Omaha, Nebraska
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011

You can see the entire park from your vehicle. If you choose to walk at the wolf and bear exhibits, you may or may not see animals because they are shy and shun the visitor area except during feeding time. This is the only place I know of in Nebraska to hear an elk bugle in the fall. That alone... More

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Cheyenne, Wyoming
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70 reviews 70 reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2011

This wildlife safari protect habitats for several native species. Elk, Deer, Wolves, Bison, Sandhill Cranes, Black Bears, and Pelicans are there for your viewing. There is also a Bald Eagle aviary that is rather new. Most of the safari you can only see by driving. There is a short walking trail that leads to the Bears, Wolves, and a Lake.... More

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Kansas City, MO
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2011

Loved the wildlife safari! I wanted to back the next day! It was very peaceful to drive through the park. I’ve never seen so many bison/buffalo in one place, up close and in a tolerable man-made environment. I’m not sure how politically correct it is to take your exhaust fumed vehicle and drive around wild animals, but the animals seemed... More

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Omaha
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2011

This "wildlife park" is about 20 minutes from Omaha. Cost is modest, $13.00 for the two of us and our grandson. The drive through is excellent. We were up close and personal with bison, elk and deer. One small lake was shared by cranes, swans and geese. The swans would start with a call and the other birds would enter... More

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Iowa
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99 reviews 99 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
181 helpful votes 181 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 July 2011
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We recently returned from a two day trip to the Omaha area, where we visited the zoo and also drove through the Lee Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari. The park is located off the interstate, about a twenty minute drive west from Omaha. I thought the price was very reasonable; it was $6.50 per person for adults, and kids... More

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