The Oregon Trail Museum and Visitor Center is located at the base of Scotts Bluff National Monument in Gering. The museum displays weapons and tools of pioneers. Artifacts include heirloomRead More
Legacy of the Plains Museum
The Legacy of the Plains Museum in Gering is located adjacent to Scotts Bluff National Monument. Pioneer and early Gering and Scottsbluff items are displayed here, but the main focusRead More
Scotts Bluff National Monument
Scotts Bluff National Monument stands 800 feet above the North Platte River. The monolith served as an important landmark for pioneers traveling the Oregon, California and Mormon trails. Saddle RockRead More
Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area
The Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area preserves 531 acres of rocky bluffs 10 miles south of Gering. With an elevation upwards of 5,000 feet, this area boasts bobcats, bighorn sheepRead More