Top 20 Destinations to see Bison in the USA

Bison, the majestic and iconic creatures of the American plains, are a sight to behold. These magnificent animals roam freely in several places across the United States. Whether you are a wildlife enthusiast, a photographer, or someone who loves nature, witnessing bison in their natural habitat is an unforgettable experience. Here are the top 20 places to see bison in the USA.

20. Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Alaska

Big old bison in nature. Image by fotoluxstudio via Depositphotos.

The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife and has a herd of bison that can be viewed by visitors.

19. Genesee Valley Park, New York

Genesee Valley Park in Rochester, New York, has a small herd of bison that can be seen in a fenced area.

18. Caprock Canyons State Park, Texas

Caprock Canyons State Park is home to the official Texas State Bison Herd, offering visitors a chance to see bison in a scenic canyon landscape.

17. Catalina Island, California

Catalina Island off the coast of California has a herd of bison that were introduced to the island and have become a popular attraction.

16. Minneopa State Park, Minnesota

American Bison and calf in Yellowstone National Park. Image via Arturo de Frias Marques, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Minneopa State Park is home to a growing herd of bison that graze on the park’s prairies.

15. Daniel Boone National Forest, Kentucky

European bison (Bison bonasus). Image by bereta via Depositphotos

Daniel Boone National Forest offers a unique opportunity to see bison in the eastern United States.

14. Konza Prairie Biological Station, Kansas

Bison stampede — Image via Nick P on youtube

Konza Prairie Biological Station is a research area dedicated to studying tallgrass prairie ecosystems and is home to a herd of bison.

13. Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge, Nebraska

Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge offers a mix of prairie and river habitats where bison can be seen roaming.

12. National Bison Range, Montana

The National Bison Range is dedicated to preserving bison and other native wildlife species. Visitors can see bison grazing in a beautiful Montana landscape.

11. Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, Colorado

Located near Denver, the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge offers visitors the chance to see bison in a prairie environment close to an urban area.

10. Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge is one of the oldest managed wildlife refuges in the United States and is home to a significant bison herd.

9. Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, Iowa

Bisons — Image by Nick Dunlap via Unsplash

Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge is home to a herd of bison that graze on the restored prairie, providing visitors with excellent viewing opportunities.

8. Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, Illinois

Small herd of the American bisons in the spring steppe covered by grass in the nature reserve against the background of the sky with clouds

Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie is working to restore the native prairie ecosystem and has reintroduced a herd of bison to the area.

7. Henry Mountains, Utah

Wildlife in Europe. Bison herd in the autumn forest, sunny scene with big brown animal in the nature habitat, yellow leaves on the trees, Bialowieza NP, Poland. Wildlife scene from nature. Image via Depositphotos.

The Henry Mountains in Utah are home to one of the few free-roaming and genetically pure herds of American bison.

6. Tallgrass Prairie Preserve, Oklahoma

The Tallgrass Prairie Preserve is the largest protected remnant of tallgrass prairie left on earth. It is home to a growing herd of bison, providing a glimpse into the past when bison roamed the Great Plains.

5. Badlands National Park, South Dakota

Badlands National Park is another excellent location to see bison. The park’s rugged terrain and mixed-grass prairie support a healthy bison population.

4. Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota

Bison calf following cow. Image via English: NPS/Jim Peaco, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Theodore Roosevelt National Park offers visitors a chance to see bison in a picturesque landscape. The park’s bison herd is an essential part of its ecosystem.

3. Wind Cave National Park, South Dakota

Wind Cave National Park is home to a herd of free-roaming bison. The park’s mixed-grass prairie ecosystem provides a perfect habitat for these animals.

2. Custer State Park, South Dakota

Herd of the American bisons in the spring steppe. Image by anmbph via Depositphotos

Custer State Park is known for its large herd of bison. The annual buffalo roundup in the park is a popular event, where visitors can witness the herding of bison.

1. Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

Yellowstone National Park is perhaps the most famous place to see bison in the USA. Home to the largest wild bison population, the park offers numerous opportunities to see these animals roaming freely in their natural habitat.

Each of these locations offers a unique opportunity to see bison in their natural or semi-natural habitats. Whether you are exploring national parks, wildlife refuges, or state parks, witnessing these majestic creatures is an experience you won’t forget.

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