Six miles west of Fort Robinson on a gravel road, Soldier Creek Campground sits in the Nebraska National Forest with six first-come, first-served sites at $15 per night. The access road requires crossing a paved creek ford that could become challenging during heavy rains, though campers report the gravel surface stays in good condition most of the year.
The campground divides into two main areas connected by a short road. Two sites occupy a large grassy field to the right of the entrance, each equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, and trash service including recycling bins. The remaining four sites cluster around the horse camping area, which features corrals for equestrian visitors and serves as the trailhead for backcountry routes extending west into the forest. Clean vault toilets and a hand pump provide basic amenities, though the water quality appears questionable to some visitors.
Janet K. notes the campground offers "very clean pit toilets" and emphasizes the creek crossing consideration for access. A 1.3-mile trail leads west from the sites to three ponds stocked with brown trout, while longer backcountry routes accommodate both hiking and horseback riding. The area sees regular use from equestrian groups due to the corral facilities.
Campers wanting full hookups might consider Fort Robinson State Park Campground back toward Crawford for a more developed camping experience.
Description
Overview
Soldier Creek Campground is adjacent to Soldier Creek Wilderness Area and Fort Robinson State Park. This spacious campground has eight sites with picnic tables and fire rings, and it is large enough to accommodate horse trailers or RVs. There is a hand pump well providing drinking water, vault toilets, garbage cans and a large 15-paddock corral system with a round pen. Livestock feed is not available. Certified weed-free hay is required, and stock water must be hauled to the corral from nearby creeks or hand pump.
Recreation
The Soldier Creek Wilderness is adjecent to the campground which contains two popular trails. The Boots & Saddle Trail is 7.1 miles and is accessed from the North Fork Trailhead. The trail ties into the Trooper Trail. Trooper Trail Loop is 9.7 miles and is accessed from the Middle and South Fork Trailheads located in the campground. Trail brochures are available at the campground.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (308) 432-0300.
Fee Info
$15/night/vehicle. $7.50/extra vehicle Interagency Senior/Access Recreation Passes provide a 50% discount to single campsites ONLY. *The discount applies only to the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass holder, no to any additional fees or campsite(s) occupied by members of the pass holder's party.*
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundSoldier Creek (Ne) Nebraska Nf — Nebraska National Forests And Grasslands is located in Nebraska
Directions
From Crawford, NE take U.S. Highway 20 for 2.5 miles to Fort Robinson, then north on Soldier Creek Road for 6 miles.
Coordinates
42.69888889 N
103.5763889 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 1 hr 56 min from Rapid City, SD
- 2 hrs 25 min from Casper, WY
- 2 hrs 50 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 3 hrs 25 min from Fort Collins, CO
