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Field file 37 · Military · Nebraska

Fort Robinson State Park

Crawford, Nebraska Pine Ridge Former Army post

DocumentedPublicFee or passHalf day or moreChecked July 2026Indigenous historyIncarceration history
Show on the mapOfficial sourceoutdoornebraska.gov , opens government source in a new tab
Visitor center The pin marks the official visitor center for a larger site.Coordinates 42.6670, -103.4670Region Pine RidgeState Nebraska

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Why it matters

A sprawling former Army post tied to the Plains wars, military training, prisoner-of-war history, and the death of Crazy Horse.

Field note

The park contains layered and contested history. Use the museums and markers, and do not reduce Indigenous history to fort nostalgia.

Evidence line

This file is marked Documented because the place and its history are supported by the linked authoritative source. Practical details were last checked in July 2026. Conditions change. Check the primary source before leaving home.

Access

How to approach it lawfully

Access warning

Large property with seasonal operations. Verify what is open.

Access status
Public. Open to the public during posted hours without a ticket. Recorded as: State park.
Reservation
No reservation requirement recorded. Confirm with the official source.
Seasonality
Seasonal or schedule-dependent. Check the current season and hours before traveling.

Practical details last checked July 2026. Conditions change. Check the primary source before leaving home.

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What to plan for

Time
Half day or more
Cost
Park permit and museum fees may apply (Fee or pass)
Terrain
Not recorded in this file. Check the official source.
Mobility
Not recorded in this file. Check the official source.
Parking
Not recorded in this file. Check the official source.
Weather
Not recorded in this file. Check the official source.

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