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Rock Creek Station State Historical Park

Fairbury, NE

Rock Creek Station State Historical Park
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Fee: Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Visitor center: adults 13+ $5, children 3-12 $1, under 2 free.

About this park

Rock Creek Station was a stagecoach and Pony Express station established in 1857 along the Oregon-California Trail, and is known for the 1861 incident involving Wild Bill Hickok. The 350-acre park has reconstructed ranch cabins, a bunkhouse, a barn, a post office, and a toll bridge, plus visible Oregon Trail wagon ruts and a visitor center with excavated artifacts. Visitors hike, bike, ride six miles of equestrian trails, picnic, and watch living history demonstrations. Rock Creek Trail Days is held the first weekend in June, and the National Pony Express Re-Ride comes through in June. Camping is available at the adjoining Rock Creek Station State Recreation Area. The visitor center is open Friday through Sunday in spring and fall, Wednesday through Monday in summer, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and by appointment in winter.

Contact & location

📞 (402) 729-5777
📍 57426 710th Rd., Fairbury, NE, 68352

Nearby state parks

🌲Rock Creek Station State Recreation Area · Fairbury · 0.5 mi
🌲Alexandria State Recreation Area · Alexandria · 16.8 mi
🌲Rockford Lake State Recreation Area · Beatrice · 26.2 mi

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Rock Creek Station State Historical Park FAQ

Where is Rock Creek Station State Historical Park located?
Rock Creek Station State Historical Park is in Fairbury, Nebraska, at 57426 710th Rd.. GPS coordinates: 40.11018, -97.05614. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Rock Creek Station State Historical Park?
Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Visitor center: adults 13+ $5, children 3-12 $1, under 2 free. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Rock Creek Station State Historical Park?
You can call (402) 729-5777. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Rock Creek Station State Historical Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:Distances are straight-line miles.
How current is this information about Rock Creek Station State Historical Park?
This listing was last updated on October 4, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.