Rock Creek Station State Historical Park

About Rock Creek Station State Historical Park

A stagecoach and Pony Express stop on the Oregon and California trails, where a payment quarrel in 1861 launched the legend of James Butler Hickok. Deep wagon ruts still show across 350 acres of prairie hilltop and ravine.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🚲 Biking
• 🐎 Equestrian

Amenities & facilities

• 🌞 Day Use Only

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Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

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🎒 Gear up for Rock Creek Station 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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Nearby state parks

• Rock Creek Station State Recreation Area
• Alexandria State Recreation Area
• Rockford Lake State Recreation Area
• Olive Creek State Recreation Area
• Bluestem State Recreation Area
• Stagecoach State Recreation Area