Nebraska Scenic Byways

Where the Journey is the Destination

The road less traveled often turns out to be the road more interesting. And you’ll find plenty of must-see roadside attractions and sights along these open roads. From the wild to the unexpected: Watch it all unfold on a Nebraska road trip. 

Nebraska offers nine scenic byways that let you follow the trails of the pioneers, roll down city streets or go gladly off the grid. You’ll even see a scale replica of Stonehenge crafted from spray-painted cars.

Follow your heart. Just make sure to soak in the views — they’re called scenic byways for a reason.

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Outlaw Trail Scenic Byway

Top outdoor playgrounds, plus casino gaming and craft shopping

Route Directions

231 miles | 3 hours & 45 min. | State 12 between South Sioux City and Valentine

Smith Falls, Nebraska's largest waterfall.
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385-Gold Rush Scenic Byway

Natural wonders — and Carhenge — along one of the nation's most scenic and historic routes

Route Directions

131 Miles | 2 Hours | The Route: U.S. 385 between Chadron and Sidney
 

A man and son at the Museum of the Fur Trade.
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Bridges to Buttes Scenic Byway

Art, ranching heritage and the singular landscape of Toadstool Geologic Park.

Route Directions

197 miles | 3 Hours | U.S. 20 between the Wyoming border and Valentine

A view of the badlands landscapes of Toadstool Geologic Park.

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Heritage Highway Scenic Byway

Charming downtowns, the Missouri River and Homestead National Historical Park.

Route Directions

238 Miles | 4 Hours | U.S. 136 between Edison and Brownville

The exterior of the center at Homestead National Historical Park.
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Loup Rivers Scenic Byway

Photographers, paddlers and history buffs love this scenic stretch defined by three rivers.

Route Directions

150 Miles | 2 Hours 30 Min. | State 11 and State 91 between Dunning and Wood River

Chambers inside Happy Jack Peak and Chalk Mine
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Lincoln Highway National Scenic & Historic Byway

This statewide route highlights Buffalo Bill, fine art and the Omaha skyline.

Route Directions

450 Miles I 6 Hours 30 Min. | U.S. 30 across the state

People walking over the Missouri River on the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge in Omaha.

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Sandhills Journey National Scenic Byway

A natural escape marked by migrating cranes, sand dunes and a national forest.

Route Directions

272 Miles | 4 Hours 30 Min. | State 2 from Grand Island to Alliance

Exterior view of a trail display and Sandhills Journey Scenic Byway Visitor Center inside a large red barn.
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Western Trails Scenic Byway

See Scotts Bluff National Monument, Chimney Rock and natural areas passed by pioneers.

Route Directions

144 miles | 2 Hours | U.S. 26 and State 92 from the Wyoming border to Ogallala

A covered wagon and barrel with Scotts Bluff National Monument towering behind it at dusk.
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Lewis & Clark Scenic Byway

Follow the explorers' footsteps to Omaha, the Missouri River and Native American culture.

Route Directions

98 Miles | 1 Hour 45 Min. | The Route: U.S. 75 North between South Sioux City and Omaha

Statues at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park of Lewis & Clark's "First Council" with the Oto and Missouria Tribes.

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