Norfolk
When the Cowboy Trail and Elkhorn River help define a place, expect epic biking, hiking and river-running.
As a trailhead for the 195-mile Cowboy Trail, Norfolk has a way with hikers, bikers, stroller-pushers and leisurely walkers. Find the trailhead in Ta-Ha-Zouka Park, where you can camp and enjoy the Elkhorn River. Fish or hook up with NorthFork Outfitting to rent a kayak, stand-up paddleboard or other vessel to experience the river up-close. When you're hungry, try any of Norfolk's locally owned, original restaurants or craft breweries. And for a taste of local history, stop into the Elkhorn Valley Museum. Amid agricultural exhibits, check out the gallery dedicated to Johnny Carson, who considered Norfolk his hometown.
302 W Norfolk Ave.
Norfolk, NE
United States
Stop by Downtown Coffee Company for your favorite coffee drink or smoothie to go along with your choice of omelets, muffins and breakfast pastries.
2201 S 13th St.
Norfolk, NE
United States
Take a hike or bike ride along the Cowboy Trail. This popular pathway leads 195-miles to Valentine, inviting you to walk or ride to your heart’s content.
4200 W Norfolk Ave.
Norfolk, NE
United States
Inside Norfolk’s SandBar & Grill Restaurant, discover Divots Brewery and house-crafted selections such as Carhenge, an English mild ale.
515 Queen City Blvd.
Norfolk, NE
United States
The Elkhorn Valley Museum is fun for all ages, featuring historical exhibits, the Children’s Discovery Zone, a research library and more.
715 S First St.
Norfolk, NE
United States
Slip down the 310-foot-long raft slide at Aquaventure Water Park in Norfolk. Then, check out the wave pool and water cannons or simply get drenched under dumping buckets.
702 W Norfolk Ave.
Norfolk, NE
United States
If you see Michael and Amber Behrens at the Norfolk Farmers Market, watch what they buy—it could end up on the couple’s feature menu at Black Cow Fat Pig Pub & Steak. Emphasizing local, steaks are hand-cut and produce is gathered from area growers. The results are seasonally inspired, farm-fresh and scratch-made. Don’t leave without sampling the homemade carrot cake or seasonal cheesecakes.
4200 W Norfolk Ave.
Norfolk, NE
United States
Norfolk Lodge & Suites is located near some of Norfolk’s biggest attractions and features superb amenities like an indoor pool, sand volleyball court, billiards, driving range, mini golf and on-site restaurant Sand Bar & Grill.