Indian Cave State Park

Park Snapshot Richardson County 4 E of Barada Lat: 40.264 Lon: -95.56964 Aerial Map 4000 acres (0 water) Click region for new search (AreaID: 91) Attractions Overnight Accommodations Facility Details Make Reservations Campground/Cabin Maps Printable Brochure Driving Directions Contact Information: Indian Cave SP 65296 720 Rd Shubert,  NE  68437-9801 Phone: (402) 883-2575 ngpc.Indian.Cave@nebraska.gov

Summary

With 3,052 rugged acres bordering the mighty Missouri River, Indian Cave is a pristine area, devoted to camping, hiking and backpacking, picnicking, nature and wilderness activities. Located 10 miles south of Brownville and 5 miles east on S 64E, Indian Cave boasts a variety of hardwood trees, shrubs and other flora. There are 22 miles of hiking trails in the park.

Autumn is particularly spectacular here. Horseback trail rides are also available in season. History buffs will enjoy the restored schoolhouse and general store from the old river town of St. Deroin, where old-time crafts are demonstrated on weekends during the summer. A group picnic shelter may be reserved. A ramp offers river access for boaters or you can put in at nearby Brownville SRA.

Camping Facilities: 134 camping pads with electrical hookups* 10 non-pad sites with electrical hookups* 130 non-pad sites without electricity *20/30/50-amp. 43 reservable campsites available

Campers can make reservations 1 year to three days in advance of arrival for campsite numbers 1-70 by calling the reservation call center at (402)471-1414 9 am - 6 pm, Monday-Friday or by using our online reservations system.

All other camping is first-come, first-served, and stays are limited to 14 days in any 30-day period. Group camping is available for organizations such as Scouts, church groups, etc.

Indian Cave State Park is located on the banks of the Missouri River. Perhaps the biggest attractions are the majestic hardwood forest and the hills that overlook the wide and winding river.

The RV campground can handle 134 units with 30-amp. electrical hookups (22 of which also have 50-amp.). Modern camping is open May 1 - October 31, even longer, if weather permits.

Primitive camping is open year-round. The tent camping area extends among the scenic hills. Tenters have their own showers, as well as a water hydrant and electrical hookups. Grills and ground-level fire rings are provided.

There are Adirondack shelters along the trails for back-to-nature enthusiasts. For horse lovers, Indian Cave has a special camping area for those who bring their mounts to the park.