Rock Creek Station State Historical Park sits along a stretch of southeast Nebraska where the Oregon Trail and Pony Express routes once crossed, and the campground within it reflects that same grounded, no-frills character. Sites are paved back-ins with shade available in the morning and evening hours, and full hookups including 30-amp electric, water, and sewer make this a functional stop for RVs. A separate equestrian loop runs adjacent to the main camping area and operates on a more rustic setup. Campers interested in places to camp around Rock Creek Station State Historical Park will find this one of the more developed options in the immediate area.
Tent campers should know going in: only two designated tent sites exist here. Both are located near the trailhead that connects to the historical park, where an interpretive center covers the Pony Express and Oregon Trail in considerable depth. The trail access gives non-RV campers a direct route to that history without needing to drive. Cell service varies by site, with site 20 noted by at least one regular visitor as having the strongest signal.
A few practical notes worth flagging before arrival. Water is shut off after November 1, so late-season campers need to fill from a well pump on-site. Showers are coin-operated. Road access from both US HWY 136 to the north and NE HWY 8 to the south is paved, though one reviewer arrived via unmarked dirt roads and never located the campground at all, so confirming directions in advance is worth the effort. John A. describes it as a "quiet camp area with paved back in sites," which holds for most of the year. Reservations are available and pets are allowed, making this a reasonable base for bow hunters, history-minded travelers, and anyone passing through campgrounds near Fairbury on a longer Nebraska route.
Description
Summary
Rock Creek Station Recreation Area is a 40-acre campground adjacent to the Rock Creek Station State Historical Park.
Attractions
Nearby Rock Creek State Historical Park's Visitor Center overlooks some 350 acres of prairie hilltops, timber-studded creek bottoms, and rugged ravines and draws. Deep ruts, carved by the many wagons that traveled the Oregon Trail, are plainly visible there. They bear mute testimony to the rich history of the area. The Pony Express Station and Wild Bill Hickok are also part of this Historical Parks History and are displayed at the Visitor Center.
Campground Notes
The campground at Rock Creek Station SRA has electrical camper pads with a modern shower/latrine building.
Camping reservations may be made a minimum of three days in advance of arrival and a maximum of 180 days in advance of arrival.
CHECK IN AND OUT SCHEDULE- If you check out early, the unused portion of your payment will be forfeited.
Horses
Rock Creek SRA offers a horse camping area with marked trails. The Park offers approximately 4 miles of multi use trails. Water is available for both campers and horses.
Office Details
Hours are April 15 - April 23 Weekends Only 1:00 - 5:00 p.m., April 24 - September 22 Daily 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., September 23 - October 29 Weekends Only 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
A Nebraska State Park Permit is required to enter this park area. A Nebraska Licensed Vehicle Park Entry Permit is $30 for an Annual Permit, $15 for a Duplicate Annual Permit (used for that second vehicle in your family) or a Daily Permit which is $6 per day you are staying. A Non-Nebraska Licensed Vehicle Park Entry Permit is $60, $30 for a Duplicate Annual Permit or a Daily Permit which is $12 per day. You may purchase your Park Permit prior to your stay by shopping online at OutdoorNebraska.org. All vehicles entering a Nebraska Park Area are required to have a valid park entry permit.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
The Nebraska Game & Parks Commission maintains the right to establish "black-out" dates and reserve facilities or lodging for Special Events and maintenance related needs.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRock Creek Campground is located in Nebraska near Fairbury
Directions
From Fairbury take the PWF Rd east 4 1/2 miles to 573 Ave., 1 mile south on 573 Ave., then 1 1/4 miles east on 710 Rd. From Beatrice take Hwy 136 west to Jansen, go south on 573 Ave. 4 1/2 miles, then 1 1/4 east on 710 Rd.
Address
57426 710th Rd
Fairbury, NE 68352-5550
Coordinates
40.1123 N
97.06648 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
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- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 4 min from Lincoln, NE
- 1 hr 24 min from Manhattan, KS
- 1 hr 47 min from Omaha, NE
- 1 hr 52 min from Grand Island, NE
