Lexington, Nebraska
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8miles South of LexingtonWhile most lakes on Central's supply canal are canyon lakes, Johnson Lake was originally a natural depression or low-lying area when construction began in 1939. ... continue
9miles South of LexingtonElwood Reservoir was formed in the late 1970s as part of a project to rehabilitate and modernize Central's E65... continue
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles
A new museum with over 60 completely restored and operational military vehicles spanning from WWII to the present. See Bradley Fighting Vehicles, a rare Snow Tractor, Bomb Loader, Tractor Dozer, M-60 Tanks, half-tracks, jeeps, "weasels"
Lexington, NE Museums
Eagle Viewing
The bald eagle has always captured the attention of Americans, so much so that in 1782 the Continental Congress chose the eagle as the national bird and the centerpiece for the nation's Great Seal. Over the years, the bald eagle acquired its status as a symbol of freedom and of the United States.
Lexington, NE Natural Attractions
Things to do near Lexington, NE
Lake Ogallala Eagle Viewing
Some years more than a hundred bald eagles gather in trees overlooking the spillway from Kingsley Hydroelectric plant. The Ce...
Gosper County Carnival
Elwood also boasts it own home-based, annual Lions/Gosper County Carnival held the last weekend of July. It's an excellent p...
Red Smoke Historic Site
National Historic Register - Red Smoke is one of three Paleo-Indian Tradition sites excavated following World War II ...