📷 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Headquarters, Public domainFort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge
Valentine, NE
Bison and elk graze the prairie above the Niobrara River on a site that was once an army post. Drive the wildlife loop and walk down to Fort Falls.
- Nearest town
- Valentine, NE
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 42.8889, -100.4755
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in August and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Fishberry CampgroundCampsite6 mi from Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge
All campsites in Nebraska · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge?
Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge is in Valentine, NE, at GPS 42.8889, -100.4755. It is about 63 mi from Thedford.
Can you camp near Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Fishberry Campground, about 6 mi away; within 25 mi there are 1 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge?
Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Niobrara River: waterfalls and fossil rhinos.
What is there to see near Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge?
Places worth a stop nearby: Smith Falls State Park (8 mi), Snake River Falls (23 mi), Nebraska National Forest, Bessey District (69 mi) and Dignity (83 mi).
When is the best time to visit Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)