The historic Fort Robinson State Park covers more than 22,000 acres in northwestern Nebraska, strewn with sand bluffs, pine groves, and free roaming bison and longhorn cattle. A historic cavalry fort, the area is steeped in Western history, and you can visit the museum and old fort buildings. The area offers an abundance of trails for riding as well as other recreational activities.

Please read the GUEST HORSE GUIDELINES if you plan to bring your horse. Owners are responsible for their own feed, cleaning, and care.

Box stalls are available in the Mare Barn as well as Brick Barns 105 and 106. There are also larger corrals available in the Mare Barn campground (up to 4 horses per corral, but they fit 2 comfortably. The corrals do not have a roof or shelter.)

Riders of any discipline are welcome, but must be saddled (no bareback riding with the group). Riders must bring all their own tack, equipment, and feed.

Intermediate-Advanced. Since riders are bringing their own horses, a minimum of intermediate level riding is required. Accompanying non-riders are welcome to join for camping and meals.

Distance: There are several trail loop options and the riding distance will depend on the group. Approximately 5-10 miles each day.

Ride Time: 3-6 hours

WHAT'S MY RIDING LEVEL?

Join a daily trail ride with Equescapes or ride out on your own or with your own group. All trail rides are optional and vary in length and duration.

Fort Robinson State Park and the surrounding area offer a wide variety of terrain to ride through, from wide open plains, to pine forests, to creek beds lined with meadows and cottonwood groves, to towering sandy bluffs. Trails vary from wide gravel roads to single dirt tracks.

The footing is mostly soft with some rocky areas. Shoes or boots for horses are always recommended.

Comfort options:

• Hotel-style room in the historic lodge

• Single or shared room in a shared cabin where we will have our meals (shared bedrooms have bunk beds)

Camping options: 

• Tent camping

• RV/Camper/Trailer site with hookups 

Hearty breakfasts and dinners will be provided. Guests must provide their own lunches, snacks, and alcoholic beverages. Dietary restrictions, allergies, vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free can all be accommodated with advanced notice. 

Rider Resources:

• Camping with Horses
• How to Take your Horse Camping
• 10 Things to Pack for a Horseback Trek
• Equine Travel First Aid Kit Essentials