Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge
39983 Refuge Rd, Valentine, NE 69201
19,131 acres · 4 miles of trails
Valentine's 19,131-acre Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge features bison and elk herds along the Niobrara River. Leashed dogs walk the Fort Falls Trail with shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Maintain distance from wildlife.
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- Park
- Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Valentine, Nebraska
- Coordinates
- 42.8853, -100.5006
- Size
- 19,131 acres
- Trail miles
- 4
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 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
- · ★ 4.8 from 820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 19,131 acres of room
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Dog policy
19,131-acre USFWS refuge with bison and elk herds along the Niobrara River. Leashed dogs on Fort Falls Trail.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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