Fort Kearny was a historic outpost of the United States Army founded in 1848 in the Western United States during the middle and late 19th century. The fort was named after Colonel and …

1020 V Rd. | Kearney, NE 68847-9804 View events Originally a safe haven for Overland Trail travelers, Pony Express riders, and gold prospectors, Fort Kearny established in 1848, is now …

Today, the park offers an interpretive center with trail-era artifacts, exhibits on the fort's history, uses over the years, and its residents. In addition, there are 40 acres of grounds with walking …

Fort Kearny State Recreation Area offers 186 acres dotted with sandpit lakes. In the spring, the world’s largest concentration of sandhill cranes and waterfowl gathers in the central Platte …

Fort Kearny SRA boasts excellent camping facilities, eight sandpit lakes for fishing, a swimming beach, nature trails and historical exhibits at nearby Fort Kearny State Historical Park. Fort …

Fort Kearny was an important stop along the Platte River Road, the route shared by the Oregon, California, and Mormon trails. The army established the post in 1848 south of present-day …

The day will be filled with historical reenactments, engaging activities, and fascinating displays at Fort Kearny State Historical Park, located southeast of Kearney. In the afternoon, the nearby …

Fort Kearny, Nebraska by William Henry Jackson. On the west side of the parade ground stands the commanding officer’s house. It is a large, ill-shaped, unpainted structure, two stories high, …

1020 V Road Kearney, NE. 308-865-5305. Visit Site. Built to protect Overland Trail travelers, Fort Kearny SHP near Kearney was a stage station, home station for the Pony Express, outfitting …

Fort Kearny is a year-round recreation area that provides modern camping. There are showers and modern restrooms, plus a trailer dump station. Stately cottonwood trees, some over 100 …