Established in 1919 by Presidential Proclamations, Scotts Bluff National Monument preserves and protects over 3,000 acres of mixed-grass prairie, …
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Oct 30, 2024
Hello everybody! I have now been to Scott’s Bluff, NE! What a place and what a wonderful day! We went to the top of Scott’s Bluff National Monument via the road in the park! Wow! Eric the Park R… Full review by Charles W
Oct 16, 2024
Scotts Bluff has been a landmark over the years for native Americans on the Oregon,California and Mormon trails. The visitor centre has a short film and many exhibits detailing the history of the Ore… Full review by Spiderdog
Oct 5, 2024
Friendly rangers to assist with any questions you may have. Hiking trails all around. You can walk to the top or drive, no campers allowed. Very piece full trails with many views. If u drive up, the… Full review by triliumsummer
My daughter & I have only time for a quick visit. We want to see the short film & get a picture by a covered wagon & would like to drive up to see the view. How long would you say it would take us to do that? Thanks
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The wagons are right by the local road coming from Gering, so you can take a pictures quickly. Also it's basically right by the town. If you want to drive up to the mountains it shouldn't …
The wagons are right by the local road coming from Gering, so you can take a pictures quickly. Also it's basically right by the town. If you want to drive up to the mountains it shouldn't take more than an hour. All depends how often you stop. I hope you'll enjoy. There is a fee for entering the park( $5)
We're getting there after the visitor center closes. Will we be able to see anything? By car?
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There is a small exhibit outside of the visitor center, with a paved walking path. You should also be able to drive up to the top of the bluff. Check their webpage on NPS.gov for basic info.
As previously stated the drive up the road from the Visitor Center to the top is 5 to 10 minutes depending on how fast you drive. It is better to take it slow and enjoy the views going …
As previously stated the drive up the road from the Visitor Center to the top is 5 to 10 minutes depending on how fast you drive. It is better to take it slow and enjoy the views going up. Plus the road has curves and tunnels so slower is better for driver safety. The pathway up is not alongside the road but rather takes a completely different route. The views from the pathway make it worth the walk but give yourself plenty of time, maybe 45 minutes to 1 hour going up and 30 minutes coming back down. This is a natural environment so there are rattlesnakes but a watchful eye should be enough to keep you safe. Just stay on the pathway and don't wander off in the grass. The Visitor Center will take anywhere form 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on what you want to do and see. Also, once on top there are several trails to explore so give yourself time to enjoy the different views. All in all a very worthwhile stop and place to visit.
I am planning our Oregon Trail trip and would like to know how long to allow for our visit to Scotts Bluff NM. We obviously have a long trip planned and need to keep moving but want to spend a reasonable amount of time there. Thank you!
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I would plan on two to three hours. There is a nice video in the visitor center. We also drove to the top of the bluff to view the surrounding countryside. I would also walk about a quarter …
I would plan on two to three hours. There is a nice video in the visitor center. We also drove to the top of the bluff to view the surrounding countryside. I would also walk about a quarter mile to the west for a spectacular view of the pass. The land west of the pass gives a good perspective of the trail. Enjoy, a very special place.
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