Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park

Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park is a military installation with original limestone buildings from the 1870s. The structures include officers' residences, soldier barracks, a guardhouse, and support buildings that reveal how frontier troops lived and worked.

The fort was established in 1874 and operated until 1881 as a military outpost on the frontier. During its active years, it served as a key location for managing territorial relations and protecting settlers moving into the region.

The fort served as a military hub in a frontier setting where soldiers and settlers intersected. Visitors walking through the grounds can observe how daily life unfolded in this remote outpost during the late 1800s.

The grounds are open during daylight hours and visitors should wear sturdy footwear as the terrain is uneven. Many buildings can be viewed from the outside, while some interiors are accessible depending on the season.

The limestone buildings remain arranged as they were originally configured, offering a rare complete view of how a military frontier post actually looked. Most forts from this era were either dismantled or heavily altered, making this layout particularly exceptional.

Location: Valley County

Inception: 1961

Website: https://outdoornebraska.gov/forthartsuff

GPS coordinates: 41.72350,-99.02360

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:44