You’ll Never Forget A Visit To Golden Prairie Bison, A One-Of-A-Kind Bison Ranch In Nebraska

Bison hold a special part of our hearts here in the Great Plains. They were once nearly extinct thanks to overhunting, but today there are healthy herds all across the country. You can visit one of those herds in Valentine, Nebraska, where a special tour will take you out to see the truly majestic creatures up close.

Golden Prairie Bison is a ranch where bison have roamed since the mid-1990s when owners Carl and Vicki Simmons decided to try their hand at something new.

Since introducing bison to their land, the couple has grown to love these massive animals.

Bison grow not only on the land but with the land. They were once an essential part of the prairie ecosystem, and to see them return is a truly beautiful thing.

If you’re interested in learning more about bison and their history and future, Golden Prairie Bison has the perfect opportunity.

The ranch offers tours that take visitors out into the prairie and right up to the bison herd.

The tour isn’t just about seeing bison up close, though.

Your tour guides will tell you all about bison history, permaculture, conservation, geology, and more. If you’re interested in Nebraska’s natural history, you’re going to absolutely love this ride.

Tours last for 90 to 120 minutes, and attendees are driven around the prairie in the couple’s vehicle.

You’ll get the chance to get closer to bison than you probably ever have before. They may even come up to say hello! People who have taken the tour say it’s the most educational and memorable ranch experience ever.

The owners of Golden Prairie Bison harvest bison meat twice a year and shares the fruits of those harvests with the public.

The meat is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and there is a limited supply. The ranch’s website has a link to enter your email so you can be among the first to know when the meat is available.

Check out Golden Prairie Bison’s website to learn more about this very special place, including prices for the bison tours. You can also visit Golden Prairie Bison on Facebook for photos and other important information.

While you’re near Valentine, take a little extra time to visit the town itself. Did you know that Valentine was named the most beautiful small town in Nebraska?