Rock Creek Station
Wild Bill's First
State: Nebraska
County: Jefferson County
Founded: 1857
Abandoned: 1861
Peak Population: Pony Express station
Rock Creek Station was a Pony Express and Oregon Trail stop. On July 12, 1861, a young James Butler 'Wild Bill' Hickok killed David McCanles here - his first gunfight. The incident helped create the Wild Bill legend.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Wild Bill's first kills
- Pony Express station
- Oregon Trail stop
Location
Address: Rock Creek Station State Historical Park, NE
Coordinates: 40.15, -96.9333