7 RIP-ROARIN’ REGIONS Yes, that’s a lot of regions to discover. But don’t worry. You don’t have to pick favorites--just start exploring. NORTHWEST Covered wagons to Carhenge P. 48 SANDHILLS A natural Nebraska getaway P. 53 SOUTHWEST Wild West lore & lake views P. 60 SOUTH CENTRAL Sandhill cranes love it here P. 66 NORTHEAST Native American history & more P. 77 METRO Omaha’s city scene P. 84 SOUTHEAST Nebraska’s Capitol region P. 91