Scottsbluff

The town of Scottsbluff may not be as well known as the national monument that shares its name, but charm and convenience make the town a smart base for exploring Northwest Nebraska.

With proximity to national historic sites and monuments, a variety of accommodations and a charm all its own, Scottsbluff makes a good jumping-off point for any Northwest Nebraska journey. Go ahead and make your side trips to Gering and Bayard (for Scotts Bluff National Monument and Chimney Rock National Historic Site, respectively), but return to Scottsbluff to spot bison and tigers at Riverside Discovery Center, visit the grave of Mormon pioneer Rebecca Winters and enjoy a summertime farmers market and locally owned, original restaurants and shops.