Chadron State Park
15951 US-385, Chadron, NE 69337
974 acres · 11 miles of trails
Nestled in Chadron, Nebraska's first state park spans 974 acres of Pine Ridge ponderosa pine forest. Owners appreciate the ample shade, water access, parking, restrooms, and trash cans for dog walks. Keep dogs leashed on trails and bring waste bags.
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- Park
- Chadron State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Chadron, Nebraska
- Coordinates
- 42.7203, -103.0014
- Size
- 974 acres
- Trail miles
- 11
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.8 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 974 acres of room
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Dog policy
Nebraska's first state park (1921) — 974 acres in Pine Ridge ponderosa pine forest. Leashed dogs on trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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