Crofton, Nebraska
In 1804, Lewis & Clark took five days to traverse the part of the Missouri River that lies just north of Crofton. In 1846, overland travelers, the Mormons, wintered near Crofton along the Niobrara River.
Originally called County of L'eau-qui-court, meaning "running water" in French, the county name was changed to Knox in 1873 after Major General Henry Knox. The town of Crofton was laid out in the summer of 1892, the name being drawn from a hat that honored Crofton Courts in England. It was submitted by Mr. J. T. M. Pearce, a former resident of that community. Crofton, Nebraska had its beginning when the vote favored Crofton.
Still relying on a strong agriculture and small business base, Crofton is home to 925 of the friendliest people in the state. Hometown spirit, beautiful scenery, excellent hunting grounds and close proximity to the Missouri River and Lewis & Clark Lake recreation areas provide activities for everyone. Today the Crofton area provides outdoor enthusiasts a plethora of recreational activities.
Attractions near Crofton, Nebraska
Clay County Wetland Tour - Spring Wing Ding
As part of the Nebraska Rainwater Basin, the Clay Center Area has been designated as part of the vanishing wetlands of the...
Fontanelle Orchard
The "Apple Barn" features fresh, tree-ripe fruit of all kinds. Either redi-pick or you can pick it yourself. Tours ...
Fort Kearny Shooting Sports Association
New Shooting range facility located just northeast of Kearney on Highway 30 at the intersection of Poole Avenue and 115th Str...
Arthur Bowring Sandhills Ranch Historical Park
Ever wonder what ranch life was like during the settlement of the Sand...
Hartington City Auditorium
Construction of the Hartington City Auditorium began in the spring of 1922 and was completed in 1923. The building was de...
Walking Tour
The National Register Historic District in Pawnee City is the economic and geographic center of the community. Fifty-...
First Presbyterian Church
In August of 1904, the ground on which the church now stands was purchased for the sum of $450. Ground was broken in August 1...
Nebraska State Grange Historical Marker
During the 1870s, the Grange was the major voice of the American farmer. Its social, educational and fraternal ac...
Grant Golf Course
Grant Golf Course features a nine-hole, grass green course. The reasonably priced public course offers a variety of holes in ...
Upcoming Events near Crofton, Nebraska
Burt County Fair
Start Date: Fri August, 2nd
The annual Burt County Fair is one of the best county fairs around. It features all the old-time favorites, plus new acts yea...
Ponca Indian Pow Wow
Start Date: Fri August, 9th
Ponca Tribe of Nebraska pow wow celebration. Includes traditional singing, dancing and food....
Christmas Bird Count
Start Date: Fri December, 13th
This event coincides with the Audubon Society National Christmas Bird Count. Birdwatchers of all ages are invited to compare ...
John C. Fremont Days
Start Date: Fri July, 12th
Annual John C. Fremont Days has something for everyone from athletic competitions to living history encampments, rodeo, car s...
Play Days
Start Date: Fri July, 19th
Activities include a parade, antique tractor pull, softball, barbecue, kids games, and food booths....
Live Thoroughbred Horse Racing
Start Date: Fri July, 26th
Platte County Agricultural Park features live thoroughbred horse racing in Columbus, NE. Bring out family and friends to watc...
Days of '56 Rodeo
Start Date: Fri June, 28th
The annual Day's of 56 Rodeo is held the last full weekend in June. The two day event draws cowboys & cowgirls from many surr...
Annual Bridging the Shores Celebration
Start Date: Fri May, 31st
First weekend in June. Come to Niobrara, Where the Niobrara river ends and the Missouri bends!
Friday -- 6:00 p.m. - Car C...
Swedish Festival
Start Date: Fri May, 31st
Biennial - Next Festival, 2009. The Oakland Swedish Festival is one of Nebraska's and the midwest's outstanding ethnic festiv...
Mainstreet Christmas Walk and Parade
Start Date: Fri November, 22nd
Annual event with entertainment, costumed characters, bands, choirs, art show, chili feed, hot chocolate, popcorn, community ...
Crofton Map
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Nebraska Lakes
- Box Butte Reservoir
- Branched Oak Lake SRA
- Burchard Lake State Park
- Calamus Reservoir
- Davis Creek Reservoir
- Elwood Reservoir
- Enders Lake
- Harlan County Lake
- Johnson Lake
- Keller Park SRA
- Lake McConaughy
- Lake Ogallala SRA
- Lewis and Clark Lake
- Long Pine SRA
- Medicine Creek Reservoir
- Merritt Reservoir
- Oliver Lake SRA
- Red Willow Reservoir
- Sherman Reservoir
- Swanson Reservoir