Last updated: September 18, 2025
76 miles of Free-Flowing Fun
With a little something for everyone, the Niobrara National Scenic River is a destination for crossing adventures off your bucket list. Most popular for river recreation, you can float the Niobrara River on a canoe, tube, or kayak as a beginner and have a blast. Hiking, biking, and wildlife watching keep our visitors busy. Oh! And we haven't even told you about the waterfalls yet.
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Enjoy the natural soundscape of the Niobrara National Scenic River.
What to Know Before You Go
Make the most of your river trip with our paddle guides, advice on renting equipment and what to know before you float.
Top Ten Tips for the Niobrara NSR
Just in time for Great Outdoors Month in June, rangers share their insider tips for visiting the Niobrara NSR.
Niobrara River Challenge
To inspire people getting out and exploring the Niobrara National Scenic River complete the Niobrara River Challenge!
People of the Niobrara
Hear the stories of the people who know these waters best.
Searching for what makes us well.
See how you can tap into finding wellness while you explore the National Parks.
Nature of the Niobrara
Explore the natural characteristics along the Niobrara National Scenic River. From waterfalls to Sandhills prairie there is much to discover
Niobrara Activities for Kids
Cool activities and videos for your kids to explore the Niobrara River!
What is a Wild & Scenic River?
To become a National Scenic River, a river stretch must meet certain criteria and they must have site-specific outstanding remarkable values
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers are an important part of the National Park Service mission! Learn more about volunteers and what they do for Niobrara NSR!
Weather Report
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