NPS photo

Fall foliage surrounds Berry Falls

FEES
National Park Service Fees: None. Other landowner/agency fees may apply, see below. 

The park service manages river use outside of the National Wildlife Refuge boundary, but neither owns nor operates any facilities within the Niobrara National Scenic River. Property is privately owned, with the exception of the Refuge and Smith Falls State Park. The river is managed in partnership with private and state landowners to protect nature and recreation .

Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge - US Fish & Wildlife Service
Launch Fee (per person): $1.00 - Day - must wear wrist band as proof of permit

Smith Falls State Park - Nebraska Game & Parks Commission
Camping: $4/person/night (11 years old and under are free)
Parking Fee (per vehicle): $4/day; $20/annual

RESERVATIONS - contact list
Canoe, Kayak, Tube and Shuttle  Reservations: can be made with private outfitters using the contact list link above.

Campground Reservations: are available at private outfitter/campgrounds (see contact list link above) and at Smith Falls State Park (402) 376-1306.