If you need to get out of the house and into the forest this summer, check out the Indian Cave Trail in Shubert, Nebraska. This stunning trail takes you through thousands of acres of beauty situated right by the Missouri River. Bring the whole family to enjoy some of Nebraska’s prettiest scenery!
There are 3,052 acres of gorgeous wilderness in Nebraska named the Indian Cave State Park.
Faa Thipsutha / AllTrails This park is named after a sandstone cave located within it. The area boasts 22 miles of hiking and biking trails that you will love to explore.
Perhaps the most popular trail in the area is the Indian Cave Trail.
Perry Steines / AllTrails This out and back trail winds its way through the forest, with peekaboo views of the mighty Missouri River below.
There’s a wooden boardwalk that you travel that follows the entire length of the cave wall.
Jonathan Zimmerman / Google Maps The wall is famous for its prehistoric Native American petroglyphs. These petroglyphs haven’t been dated, and the artists are currently unknown.
Even though there are many steps on the boardwalk to climb, the total elevation gain is only 393 feet.
Mary McAferty / AllTrails The entire trail is well maintained and clearly marked. It’s only 3.1 miles total to hike.
You can also spot tons of local wildlife from along the trail.
Doug Neidholdt / AllTrails Keep your eyes peeled for deer, raccoon, beavers, and more. There are also many interesting species of birds to watch for, like the barred owls and the whippoorwills.
If you don’t want to turn around and head back, there’s actually a series of trails you can hop onto without finding a new trailhead.
David Kull / AllTrails This allows you to pair a couple of trails together for a longer excursion. It’s the perfect way to add on a couple of extra miles to take in more sights!
You need to put this hike on your summer to-do list.
Nate Betz / Google Maps The entire area begs to be explored. Pack a picnic lunch and spend the weekend learning and traveling through the beautiful Indian Cave State Park area.
Learn more about the park and stay up to date with closures and other important information here.
Faa Thipsutha / AllTrails
This park is named after a sandstone cave located within it. The area boasts 22 miles of hiking and biking trails that you will love to explore.
Perry Steines / AllTrails
This out and back trail winds its way through the forest, with peekaboo views of the mighty Missouri River below.
Jonathan Zimmerman / Google Maps
The wall is famous for its prehistoric Native American petroglyphs. These petroglyphs haven’t been dated, and the artists are currently unknown.
Mary McAferty / AllTrails
The entire trail is well maintained and clearly marked. It’s only 3.1 miles total to hike.
Doug Neidholdt / AllTrails
Keep your eyes peeled for deer, raccoon, beavers, and more. There are also many interesting species of birds to watch for, like the barred owls and the whippoorwills.
David Kull / AllTrails
This allows you to pair a couple of trails together for a longer excursion. It’s the perfect way to add on a couple of extra miles to take in more sights!
Nate Betz / Google Maps
The entire area begs to be explored. Pack a picnic lunch and spend the weekend learning and traveling through the beautiful Indian Cave State Park area.
Have you ever hiked the Indian Cave Trail before? What did you think? Would you recommend it? Let us know in the comments below!
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Address: Indian Cave State Park, 65296 720 Rd, Shubert, NE 68437, USA
