Nebraska & Samuel R. McKelvie National Forests
Buffalo Gap, Fort Pierre, & Oglala National Grasslands

Recreation Facilities at a Glance

The Nebraska Forest & Oglala National Grassland offers some recreational facilities designed with accessibility in mind for persons with disabilities. Visit our Recreation Facilities for specifics.

Fishing

Find out where to cast your line for pan fish. Information on seasons, licenses, and restrictions is available from the Nebraska and South Dakota fish and game departments.

General Recreation

Find out about recreational opportunities in Nebraska and South Dakota.

In Nebraska:

• Nebraska National Forest - Bessey Ranger District
• Nebraska National Forest - Pine Ridge Ranger District
• Oglala National Grassland
• Samuel R. McKelvie National Forest

In South Dakota:

• Buffalo Gap National Grassland
• Ft. Pierre National Grassland

Heritage Resources

Archeological resources and historic places abound on federal lands. Hudson-Meng Bison Kill is an exciting place on the Nebraska National Forest to visit.

Hunting

The forests and grasslands are open to hunting. Information on seasons, licenses, and restrictions is available from the Nebraska and South Dakota fish and game departments.

Maps & Brochures

Visitor maps provide information on attractions, facilities, services, and opportunities.

Reservations for Viewing Blinds

Make reservations for viewing blinds with the Ft. Pierre and Bessey Ranger District offices.

Rules & Etiquette

General rules for national forests and grasslands include details about camping, pets, and other topics. Etiquette expected of visitors is outlined in the Leave No Trace program.

Visitor Centers

There are two visitor centers on the forest—with maps and books, interpretive displays, and helpful information specialists.

Wilderness

Wilderness is a place where the imprint of humans is substantially unnoticed. Find out about our wilderness opportunities. Check out Soldier Creek Wilderness and the two proposed wilderness areas, Red Shirt and Indian Creek.

Recreation.gov is your one-stop source for finding recreational opportunities on federal lands.

Find out about recreation fees.

While many campgrounds are available on a first-come basis, you can use the National Recreation Reservation Service to make reservations for some campgrounds.