Fort Kearny State Historical Park

About Fort Kearny State Historical Park

Established in 1848, the first fort built to protect travellers on the Oregon-California Trail, and later a home station for Pony Express riders. Reconstructed buildings, an interpretive centre and a trail out toward the Platte.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🚲 Biking
• 🐎 Equestrian

Amenities & facilities

• 🌞 Day Use Only

Contact

🎒 Gear up for Fort Kearny State Historical Park

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Hiking boots
• Bike helmets
• Riding helmets
• Bug spray
• Daypacks
• Trekking poles
• Bike lights
• Sunscreen
• First aid kit
• Water bottles

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• Fort Kearny State Recreation Area
• Windmill State Recreation Area
• Union Pacific State Recreation Area
• War Axe State Recreation Area
• Sandy Channel State Recreation Area
• Cheyenne State Recreation Area