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L
ocated near Elyria, Fort Hartsuff is typical of a
Plains infantry outpost. It stood as a buffer
between settlers and Native Americans in the
North Loup River valley from 1874-81. Its nine
original buildings were built of lime-concrete mix,
which helped them withstand the passage of time.
In May of 1877, soldiers pioneered a new trail
from Grand Island to Deadwood, South Dakota.
Acquired as a historical park in 1961, it has been
restored as it was when soldiers patrolled the
Loup and Cedar river valleys. Group tours are
available by appointment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
AND GROUP TOURS
Phone: 308-346-4715
Email: ngpc.fort.hartsuff@nebraska.gov
FORT HARTSUFF STATE HISTORICAL PARK
