Pine Ridge Region, Nebraska
Pine Ridge beckons to those who love a dramatic, mystical landscape with apast to match. The terrain will test the skills of backpackers and hikers of every level. Developed horse trails and camping areas help you meet Mother Nature up close and personal. Study the most fascinating sagas of the Old West, carefully preserved in museums and other attractions.
Explore Pine Ridge Region
Willow Tree Festival
Held each year on the second weekend in September, this is a two day, outdoor event in the city park. The festival features a large variety of live professional entertainment on two stages and amateur entertainment on a third stage. Food and craft booths, childrens'
Gordon, NE FestivalsFort Robinson Equestrian Trails
Fort Robinson is a horse lover's paradise with some 22,000
, NE EquestrianFort Robinson Visitor Center
Fort Robinson offers several facilities for fun and learning. The Nature Center has Park wildlife displays, hiking trail information, park souvenirs. The Activities Center provides a crafts center, olt-time photo booth, nature center, bicycle rental. The Trailside Museum
, NE Visitors CentersChadron State Park
Nebraska's oldest state park (1921), Chadron might well be the best kept secret of the state park system. With the majestic beauty of the Pine Ridge as its backdrop, Chadron covers 974 acres of natural beauty to awe any visitor. Located off U.S. 385
Crawford, NE RecreationOld Jules Sandoz Country Tour
This is a do-it-yourself tour around the area in which Jules Sandoz lived and references that are made in some of Mari Sandoz'
Gordon, NE ToursSioux Sundries - 28 oz Hamburger
Sioux Sundries is the home of the "Coffeeburger," 28 ounces of lean ground beef, which was featured on CBS's Sunday Morning. Sioux Sundries has provided this creative "historical account" of America's largest hamburger.
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Gordon Golf and Country Club
You will be challenged by a tough nine-hole grass greens course, "the best in the west," located on the west edge of town.
Several tournaments are sponsored during the season. Youth activities are important at the club and visitors are always welcome.
Gordon, NE Recreation
Legend Buttes Golf Course
Legend Buttes Golf Course has been designated by the World Herald as one of the best 18 golf courses in Nebraska. The 3,178 yard, 36
Crawford, NE Golf CoursesBordeaux Trading Post
From about 1857 to 1876, an Indian "trading post" occupied a site near here. Built by James Bordeaux, the trading station was often attacked and set afire by hostile Crow warriors. Fortunately some friendly Sioux Indians came to the rescue and drove off the attacking Crow.
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Tri State Old Time Cowboys Memorial Museum
The 40 foot by 80 foot log building was constructed in 1969 as a testimonial to the rugged western life of the old time cowboys who worked as ranch hands and performed at the Sheridan County Rodeo. Exhibits include an early chuck wagon with over 250
Gordon, NE Museums