Chadron Chadron Mountain Biking. 1 20 385 385 – GOLD RUSH SCENIC BYWAY Miles 131 Mi. Niobrara River 3 2 Alliance The Route US 385 connects Sidney to Chadron Scottsbluff 26 4 Courthouse and Jail Rocks At its peak, more than $200,000 worth of gold traveled this historic route daily. Today, US 385 is considered one of the most scenic and historic roads in the nation with impressive pine-covered buttes, rolling hills and lush river valleys. 4 GOLDEN OPPORTUNITIES 1. Nebraska’s oldest state park, Chadron State Park was founded nearly a century ago in 1921. The park’s variable terrain offers hikers and bikers of all levels a spot to get outside and enjoy Nebraska’s wildlands. 2. Relive the frontier days of the Old West at Dobby’s Frontier Town in Alliance. This turn-of-the century Western town includes a homesteader’s cabin, mercantile, bootlegger’s cabin, post office and much more. 3. Built as a tribute to his father, Jim Reinders’ Carhenge uses 39 vintage American cars to form a replica of Stonehenge . Reinders studied Stonehenge before taking on building this one-of-a-kind free attraction. 4. Two rock formations, Courthouse and Jail Rocks, helped pioneers know they were on the right trail during a transcontinental journey west. The rocks rise 240 feet above the Pumpkin Creek below Small-Town Stop: CHADRON This friendly community with a population of about 5,800 is home to Chadron State College. The scenic surroundings, college-town atmosphere and historic buildings give this small town a charm you won’t soon forget. DO – Discover Chadron’s history in fur trading at the Museum of the Fur Trade. SHOP – Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center carries locally made Native American goods. EAT – Try steak and eggs, a local favorite at Helen’s Pancake & Steak House. STAY – The historic Olde Main Street Inn is a great place to spend time in the saloon listening to local live music. Toadstool Geologic Park, Harrison. 46 Visit Nebraska
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