Tour Schedule - Public Interpretive Programs
All tours will begin at the Visitor Center. The Visitor Center location is noted on the Refuge map which is available online or may obtained from one of the dispensers located at each of the five entrances to the Refuge. The tours are conducted by members of the Association of the Friends of the Wichitas.
These programs are intended for individuals and family groups. Reservations are limited to one family (up to six individuals) per reservation. Children must be at least eight years old. Restrooms are not available on the tours. Wheelchair access is available if requested at the time of reservation. Refuge tours are dependent upon wildlife and weather conditions. Tours may be cancelled or modified if adverse conditions exist.
Cancelled tours will not be rescheduled.
Reservations for all tours are retained until 10 minutes before each scheduled program’s start time. After that time, standbys are accepted. If the bus seating is filled after accepting standbys, late arrivals with reservations will not be able to participate in the program.
For additional information, visit: www.fws.gov/refuge/Wichita_Mountains/.
The 2026 Tour Calendar
ALL RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE USING THE ONLINE RESERVATION SYSTEM
All Public Interpretive Tours leave from the Visitor Center (located at Highways 49 & 115).
| Tour | Schedule | Reservations | Depart | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historical Sites Tour | Saturdays - March 14, 21 Depart 9:00 a.m. | Reservations open at 9:00 a.m. on March 9. SIGN UP → | Visitor Center | Bus tour. |
| Geology Hike | Saturdays - April 4, 18, 25 Depart 9:00 a.m. | Reservations open at 9:00 a.m. on March 30. SIGN UP → | Visitor Center | Bus tour with a moderate hike. |
| Wildflower Walk | Saturdays - May 16, 23 Depart 9:00 a.m. | Reservations open at 9:00 a.m. on May 11. SIGN UP → | Visitor Center | Bus tour with a moderate hike. |
| Wildlife Tour | Saturdays & Sundays - June 13, 20*, 21, 27 Depart 5:30 p.m. *June 20 Tour ONLY: Departs 6:30 AM | Reservations open at 9:00 a.m. on June 8. SIGN UP → | Visitor Center | Bus tour. |
| Bugling Elk Tour | Saturdays & Sundays September 12, 13, 19*, 20, 26 Depart 5:30 PM *Sept. 19 Tour ONLY: 6:30AM October 3*, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 Depart 5:00 p.m. *Oct. 3 Tour ONLY: 6:30AM | Reservations open at 9:00 a.m. on Sept 7. SIGN UP → | Visitor Center | Bus tour. |
| Fall Foliage Hike | Saturdays - Nov. 14, 21 Depart 9 a.m. | Reservations open at 9:00 a.m. on Nov 9. SIGN UP → | Visitor Center | Bus tour with a moderate hike. |