Things To Know Before You Come

Most land along the Niobrara River (including the streambed, banks and islands) is privately owned. Respect private landowner rights and utilize public restrooms and public river access points. Carry out all trash and properly recycle or dispose of it.

The National Park Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Nebraska Game and Parks Commision, other state, county, and federal agencies, and private landowners work in partnership to manage the Niobrara National Scenic River.

Private businesses provide canoe, kayak, and tube rental, shuttle services, camping and lodging.

The Niobrara NSR Visitor Center is open from 8:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. seven days a week Memorial Day through Labor Day and 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.. Monday - Friday the rest of the year.

Information on Current River Conditions is available. The Niobrara is predominately (>70%) ground-water fed so river levels do not vary as a direct result of rainfall. Water levels fall as upstream demand for irrigation increases during the growing season.

Please go to Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

 

Niobrara National Scenic River Headquarters Office located in Valentine, Nebraska.

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