SCENIC BYWAYS South Sioux City Miles 82 The Route US 75 North between South Sioux City and Fort Calhoun 35 1 r so u Mis LEWIS AND CLARK SCENIC BYWAY Follow in the footsteps of the famous explorers. Through bountiful cropland and beautifully wooded bluffs framing the Missouri River, you’ll discover Native American culture and bustling Omaha, home to the Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium. 5 77 iR iv er The Durham Museum, Omaha 75 2 3 Omaha 4 Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Fort Atkinson State Historical Park, Fort Calhoun 4 DISCOVERIES IN EASTERN NEBRASKA 1. The last full weekend in July, head to the Winnebago Reservation for the tribe’s annual Homecoming Powwow and Celebration. Year-round, visit the pasture of the tribe’s buffalo herd, also located in Winnebago. 2. A quarter of the U.S. Army was once stationed at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park in Fort Calhoun. Visit to experience life in an 1820s military fort and periodic living history demonstrations in summer. 3. Also in Fort Calhoun, wander the vast fl oodplains of the Missouri River at Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuge . These wetlands shelter migrating birds in spring and fall. 4. Inside Omaha’s historic Union Station, fi nd The Durham Museum . Packed with regional displays and traveling exhibits, the museum gives visitors a deeper understanding of Nebraska history. SMALL STOP TOWN SOUTH SIOUX CITY Sidling the borders of Nebraska, Iowa and South Dakota, South Sioux City offers an array of activities, restau-rants and waterfront views. DO – Take in views of the Missouri River from a modern version of an earthen lodge at Blackbird Scenic Overlook . DO – Pedal along 20 miles of paved trails from Veterans’ Bridge through Scenic Park, Cardinal Park and Crystal Cove on the Al Bengtson Bike Trail . EAT – Enjoy prime steaks, fresh seafood and an extensive wine list at Kahill’s Chophouse . STAY – Settle into sleek, modern rooms and peaceful river views at Delta Hotels South Sioux City Riverfront . 44 VisitNebraska.com CREDIT: JOHANSEN KRAUSE
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