Fee: Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Tours: adults 13+ $5, children 3-12 $1, under 2 free.
About this park
Bowring Ranch State Historical Park is a Hereford demonstration ranch donated by former U.S. Senator Eve Bowring in memory of her husband. A visitor center interprets Sandhills ranching, homesteading, geology, and wildlife history. Visitors can tour the museum and the historic ranch home with its antique collections, see a replica sod house, view the working cattle operation, and picnic. The visitor center is open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mountain Time, from May 21 through September 30 and closed from October to mid-May. The grounds are open year-round from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time.
Bowring Ranch State Historical Park FAQ
Where is Bowring Ranch State Historical Park located?
Bowring Ranch State Historical Park is in Merriman, Nebraska, at 90468 State Highway 61. GPS coordinates: 42.9531, -101.6756. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Bowring Ranch State Historical Park?
Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Tours: 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 Bowring Ranch State Historical Park?
You can call (308) 684-3428. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Bowring Ranch State Historical Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin (134.6 mi, reservable)
- Methodist Cove (232.6 mi, reservable)
- Hunter Cove (235.3 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Bowring Ranch 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 If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.