/ SCENIC BYWAYS / CHADRON STATE PARK, CHADRON Chadron 385-GOLD RUSH SCENIC BYWAY Miles 131 The Route 1 20 385 Niobrara River 3 2 Alliance US 385 between Chadron and Sidney 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. Discover Nebraska’s oldest state park, Chadron State Park, founded in 1921 and located in Chadron. Its variable terrain offers hikers and bikers of all levels a spot to get outside and enjoy Nebraska’s wildlands. 2. You have to see Carhenge to believe it: Built as a tribute to his father, Jim Reinders’ free Alliance attraction uses 39 vintage American cars to form a replica of Stonehenge. The artist studied Stonehenge before beginning construction. 3. Relive the frontier days of the Old West at Dobby’s Frontier Town in Alliance. This turn-of-the-century Western town includes homesteader and bootlegger cabins, a mercantile, post office and more. 4. Two rock formations, Courthouse and Jail Rocks, signaled to pioneers that they were on the right track during a transcontinental journey west. Where the rocks rise 240 feet above Pumpkin Creek in Bridgeport, take advantage of epic views and photo ops. Small-Town: Chadron This friendly community is home to Chadron State College. The scenic surroundings, college-town atmosphere and historic buildings create a small-town charm you won’t soon forget. DO – Discover the source of residents’ early livelihood at the Museum of the Fur Trade. SHOP – Browse locally made Native American goods at Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center. EAT – Cozy up with espresso drinks, cocktails and delicious food at Bean Broker Coffee House & Pub. STAY – Listen to live local music in the saloon of the Olde Main Street Inn. SMITH FALLS STATE PARK, VALENTINE CREDITS: GEORGEBURBA/ADOBE STOCK VisitNebraska.com 39
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