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Rock Creek Station SRA - Horse Camp

Rock Creek Station SRA - Horse Camp is located near Fairbury, Nebraska, featuring open plains and gentle hills. Temperatures range from lows around 20°F in winter to highs near 90°F in summer. Campers can explore the nearby Rock Creek Station State Historical Park, which offers trails and historical exhibits.

Description

Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’

Rock Creek Station State Historical Park

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.

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Location

Rock Creek Station SRA - Horse Camp is located in Nebraska

Detail location of campground

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

40.11369106 N
97.06502882 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Available

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Rock Creek Station SRA - Horse Camp have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Rock Creek Station SRA - Horse Camp has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Rock Creek Station SRA - Horse Camp?

    Rock Creek Station SRA - Horse Camp allows vehicles up to 55 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Rock Creek Station SRA - Horse Camp?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Rock Creek Station SRA - Horse Camp, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Rock Creek Station SRA - Horse Camp?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is available.