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Review:
Established in 1848 as an outpost and a stage station for gold prospectors, Pony Express riders, and Overland Trail travelers, gold prospectors, Fort Kearny State Historical Park is dedicated to offering an insight into the life of remote settlement of the American West. An interpretive visitor’s center features several exhibits and walkways lead to the stockade where more information is available. Camping is available at the nearby Fort Kearny State Recreation Area, including electrical and primitive camp pads, modern restrooms with drinking water, showers, and flushing toilets, picnic tables, grills, and day-use shelters and a dump station. Other activities in the park include hiking, swimming, mountain biking, and fishing.
1020 V Rd, Kearney, NE 68845, Phone: 308-237–3178
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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