Fort Kearny State Historical Park

Park Snapshot Kearney County 2 S, 4 E of Kearney Lat: 40.6429 Lon: -99.00591 Aerial Map 39 acres (0 water) Click region for new search (AreaID: 97) Attractions Overnight Accommodations Facility Details Printable Brochure Driving Directions Contact Information: Fort Kearny SHP 1020 V Rd Kearney,  NE  68847-9804 Phone: (308) 865-5305 ngpc.Fort.Kearny@nebraska.gov

Summary

Built to protect Overland Trail travelers, Fort Kearny SHP near Kearney was a stage station, home station for the Pony Express, outfitting depot for Indian campaigns and home of the Pawnee Scouts. The stockade, parade grounds and blacksmith shop have been rebuilt.

Archeological exploration by the Nebraska State Historical Society to locate building sites and other features has helped the Commission develop the park to give visitors an insight into the conditions and events contemporary with the settlement of the American West.

This history is revealed in several exhibits in the interpretive center and in the carpenter-blacksmith shop. Walkways lead to the stockade where more information is available.

Camping Facilities: 75 camping pads with electrical hookups* 110 camping pads without electricity 35 non-pad sites without electricity *20/30-amp. 1-year advance reservable campsites

Camping is available at nearby Fort Keany State Recreation Area. Campers will find south-central Nebraska's Fort Kearny State Recreation Area much to their liking. The attractive 152-acre area is located 3/4 mile east and 1 mile north of Fort Kearny State Historical Park.