North Platte, Nebraska
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51miles West of North PlatteNearly everything about Lake McConaughy is big. At full storage of 1,948,000 acre-feet, Big Mac is 22 miles long, 4 miles wide for quite some distance from the dam, and 142... continue
51miles West of North PlatteChilled by the massive surface of Lake McConaughy, a breeze sweeps gently eastward across Kingsley Dam and tumbles 160 feet to the surface of Lake Ogallala. There, at the "little lake,"... continue
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Golf
Northe Platte boasts four unique golf courses that score big with golfers of all abilities. Whatever your handicap, the Northe Platte area has the course for you.
Indian Meadows Golf Course: This is a mature, challenging 9
North Platte, NE Golf Courses
Golden Spike Tower & Visitor Center
The tower will eventually rise to height of 95 feet above the ground. The main level will be 1,925 square feet and there with be a grand 360 degree view that is fully enclosed. With a second viewing platform 7
North Platte, NE Railroad History
Wild West Memorial
At the entrance of Cody Park, visitors will find the Wild West Memorial. This is near the site of the historic Old Glory Blowout, the first spectator rodeo held in 1882 staged by Buffalo Bill. The Wild West Memorial has been created as a tribute to the father of rodeo - Buffalo Bill Cody.
North Platte, NE Memorials
North Platte Area Children's Museum
The North Platte Area Children's Museum is a place for children and parents to enjoy a hands-on experience in learning. The Museum offers visitors a place to experience the wonder of science, technology, culture and the arts in a unique and interactive atmosphere.
Things to do near North Platte, NE
Ravenna Golf Club
Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days...
Kearney Junior High School
Located in Kearney, this Neo-Classical-style building was constructed in 1925 to1926. It is a good and intact example of an e...
Beauvais Ranche Station Site
Following a career with Pierre Chouteau, Jr. and Company, Geminian Pierre Beauvais established his own trading post in 1849 o...
Wood River Country Club
Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...