Posted 2011-04-18 6:02 PM (#133139) Subject: Ft. Robinson State Park in Nebraska
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Location: Minnesota
I'm planning on taking my horses to Ft. Robinson State Park in Nebraska the end of June. Has anyone been there? Which trails did you ride? How were the accommodations? Anything you can share would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Posted 2011-04-19 6:03 AM (#133158 - in reply to #133139) Subject: RE: Ft. Robinson State Park in Nebraska
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Posts: 85 Location: Foothills of the Smokeys
We stayed at the campground near the mare barn. It is new and has better access to the trailheads. We rode pretty much all of the trails. Be sure to eat at the lodge. Great food reasonably priced. They serve buffalo.
Posted 2011-04-19 10:03 AM (#133166 - in reply to #133139) Subject: RE: Ft. Robinson State Park in Nebraska
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Posts: 174 Location: Missouri
We enjoyed riding at Fort Robinson. We're going back the first of June. I have heard that nose flies can get bad there but we didn't have any trouble when we were there before but the weather was still pretty cool. The trails aren't really marked too well but they are ridden enough that you shouldn't have any trouble getting around. The campgrounds are very neat and clean but you have to haul your tack back and forth to the barn. The food as already posted was pretty good at the restaurant, we really like the buffalo roast. You might want to bring your own shavings for the stalls. When we were there they didn't have any to purchase but that may have changed by now. There's alot of history to see while you're there. Be sure and go to the museum and see the old veterinary hospital. Chadron is about 30 minutes away and has a super Walmart if you need to get supplies.
Posted 2011-04-22 7:00 PM (#133351 - in reply to #133139) Subject: RE: Ft. Robinson State Park in Nebraska
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Posts: 282 Location: southcentral pennsylvania
I would also recommend taking the stagecoach ride. It is inexpensive, and gives you a flavor of what our ancestors endured. It is especially fun to ride up with the driver. There is a rodeo on the grounds, but I forget what night. The locals participate, and it is alot of fun to watch. Also, you might want to purchase the books detailing the history of Fort Robinson, Volumes 1 & 2, before you go. Interesting reading!
Ft. Robinson State Park in Nebraska
