Indian Cave State Park

Fee: Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Camping $10-$35 per night by site type.

About this park

Indian Cave State Park covers 3,052 acres of hardwood forest along the Missouri River. Its namesake is a large sandstone cave with prehistoric Native American petroglyphs, viewable from an ADA-accessible boardwalk. The park has 22 miles of hiking trails, 16 miles of equestrian trails, biking, fishing, boating from a concrete boat ramp, archery, disc golf, and hunting, with Adirondack shelters along the trails. Events include Outdoor Adventure in April, Christmas in July, and Haunted Hollow in October. Historic Brownville, with museums, galleries, and shops, is nearby. Ash Grove has 51 Electric Plus and 36 Electric sites, and Hackberry Hollow has 32 Electric Plus and 15 Electric sites. Basic sites are open year-round, equestrian camping has 12 corrals, and cabin, lodge room, and group lodge reservations are available. Showers, laundry, and a dump station are provided.

Contact & location

📞 (402) 883-2575

📍 65296 720 Rd., Shubert, NE, 68437

Nearby state parks

🌲Big Lake State Park · Craig · 6.1 mi

🌲Verdon State Recreation Area · Verdon · 11.8 mi

🌲Waubonsie State Park · Hamburg · 29.4 mi

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Indian Cave State Park FAQ

Where is Indian Cave State Park located?

Indian Cave State Park is in Shubert, Nebraska, at 65296 720 Rd.. GPS coordinates: 40.25915, -95.55625. Get directions.

Is there an entrance fee at Indian Cave State Park?

Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Camping $10-$35 per night by site type. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.

How do I contact Indian Cave State Park?

You can call (402) 883-2575. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.

Are there RV campgrounds near Indian Cave State Park?

Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:

Old Town (71.7 mi, reservable)
Longview (74.5 mi, reservable)
Slough Creek (78.0 mi, reservable)

Distances are straight-line miles.

How current is this information about Indian Cave State Park?

This listing was last updated on October 4, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.