Buffalo Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA)

The Buffalo Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is located 5 miles south and 2.5 miles west of Melbeta in Scotts Bluff and Banner counties of western Nebraska. The area is part of the Wildcat Hills ecosystem and encompasses approximately 4,300 acres. Numerous game animals occur on the area which induce deer, elk, turkey, rabbit, squirrel, and morning dove. Several species of non-game wildlife occur on this area also including a vast array of songbirds. Public access (foot access only) and recreation is allowed on the property which includes, hunting, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, photography, bird watching, etc… Buffalo Creek WMA is managed for the benefit of wildlife and public use.