📷 Ammodramus, Public domainNiobrara State Park
Niobrara, NE
Bluffs over the meeting of the Niobrara and Missouri rivers, crossed by an old railroad bridge now used as a trail. Cabins and campsites look out over the river bottoms.
Niobrara State Park is a state park in Knox County in the far northeast of Nebraska, on bluffs west of the village of Niobrara. It lies where the Niobrara River flows into the Missouri River. The grounds cover about 1,237 acres (roughly 500 ha).
The original park, Niobrara Island State Park, grew out of a city park in 1930. In the 1930s the state and the Civilian Conservation Corps improved it. Because of flooding, the cabins at the old site were abandoned. In 1987 the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission bought about 1,231 acres of higher ground farther west; the present park opened on June 26, 1987.
Facilities include a swimming pool, a visitor center, about 14 miles (roughly 22 km) of hiking trails, RV sites and basic tent sites, and cabins with river views. Check opening and reservations in advance.
- Nearest town
- Niobrara, NE
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 42.7474, -98.0615
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in August and October. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Featured in these trip guides
Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Motorhome stopoverMotorhome stopover0 mi from Niobrara State Park · 76 pitchesMotorhomes
All campsites in Nebraska · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Niobrara State Park?
Niobrara State Park is in Niobrara, NE, at GPS 42.7474, -98.0615. It is about 30 mi from Lewis and Clark Recreation Area.
Can you camp near Niobrara State Park?
Yes. Within 25 mi there are 1 campsites and motorhome stopovers listed in OpenStreetMap; the nearest is about 0 mi away.
Which road trips pass Niobrara State Park?
Niobrara State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Niobrara River: waterfalls and fossil rhinos.
What is there to see near Niobrara State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Ashfall Fossil Beds (23 mi), Corn Palace (67 mi), Falls Park (88 mi) and Dignity (96 mi).
When is the best time to visit Niobrara State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)