Recreation
The Buffalo Gap National Grassland is a destination for OHV riders, rock-collectors, and hunters from across the nation.
Fort Pierre National Grassland is nationally recognized among upland gamebird hunters for its wide-open spaces and robust populations of greater prairie-chickens, sharp-tailed grouse, and ring-necked pheasant.
The Nebraska National Forest - Bessey/Halsey is the eastern half of the Nebraska National Forest. It is best known for its hand-planted forest and the Bessey Nursery.
Popular uses include hiking, biking, horseback riding, hunting, and OHV riding.
Located in the most northwestern corner of Nebraska, north of Crawford, you'll find the expansive landscape of the Oglala National Grassland.
Located south of Nenzel in Cherry County, this 116,000-acre national forest is a fantastic representation of the unique Nebraska Sandhills prairie ecosystem.
Recreation
Outrider Trailhead
Site Open
Outrider Trailhead located north of Chadron State Park just off of Highway 385 provides access to the Pine Ridge Trail system which is open to non-motorized travel for mountain biking, hiking, and…
Pine Ridge Trailhead
Site Open
The Pine Ridge Trail is a 40-mile long trail open to hiking, mountain biking and equestrians. The trail spans most of the Pine Ridge area of the Ranger District. The east end of the trail begins at…
Pinnacles Dispersed Camping Area
Site Open
Located south of Wall, South Dakota and just outside of Badlands National Park’s Pinnacles Entrance Station, this popular dispersed camping location offers beautiful views of the surrounding area.Â
Prairie Bike Path Trail
Site Open
Located in the Buffalo Gap National Grassland on the Wall Ranger District, this two-loop trail offers opportunities for mountain bikers to experience the Badlands formations and prairie ecosystem of…
Railroad Buttes OHV Area
Site Open
In addition to miles of trails, the Railroad Buttes OHV Area features three large open-riding areas that cover 1,745 acres in total. These are:Railroad Buttes North - Parking Lot & Hill ClimbRailroad…
Red Cloud Campground
Site Open
The Red Cloud Campground is located one mile south of Chadron State Park on the west side of Highway 385, uniquely situated near the beautiful Pine Ridge area. The campground has 13 sites with…
Roberts Tract Camping Area/Trailhead
Site Open
Roberts Tract Campground and Trailhead provides horse corrals, rider ramp and stock water. There are 3 tent sites with tables and fire rings. The parking area has one site with a table and fire…
Saddle Pass Horse Trail
Site Open
This is one of only two designated non-motorized trails on Buffalo Gap National Grassland. The Saddle Pass Trail is intended as a horse-riding trail, but is also open to hiking. Enjoy views along the…
Scott Lookout Tower
Site Closed
The Scott Lookout Tower was damaged in the Bovee Fire of October 2022. The site is currently undergoing renovations, and the Tower itself can be visited and viewed but not entered.
Soldier Creek Campground
Site Open
The Soldier Creek Campground is adjacent to Soldier Creek Wilderness to the south, Ft. Robinson State Park to the east and Forest Service non wilderness to the west and north. The 7,794-acre Soldier…