Bike Trails in Nebraska

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When the weather is nice, take advantage of the outdoors in Nebraska on two wheels! We’ve posted this article with links for places to go biking in the great state. This includes Trail Riding, and Mountain Biking. Omaha and Lincoln both …

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Nebraska National Forest – Halsey

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The Nebraska National Forest is a United States National Forest located in the U.S. state of Nebraska. The total area of the national forest is 141,864 acres (574 km2). The national forest comprises two ranger districts. The 90,000-acre (364 km2) …

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Bald Eagles in Nebraska

Even in the cold, February and March is a great time to get out and see Bald Eagles wintering in Nebraska. Several locations along the Missouri River are reporting eagles including locations near Gavin’s Point Dam by Yankton. We have …

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SnoBiz summer job

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What do you do during the summer when you need to raise money for College? You open a Shaved Ice stand! Take a beautiful Drive along the Republican River to Arapahoe and cruise into downtown. On the east side of …

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Crane Trust Nature & Visitor Center

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Situated right in the middle of Nebraska, along the Platte River and I80 sits the Crane Trust Nature & Visitor Center. The existence of the center is to maintain and protect the physical, hydrological, and biological integrity of the Big …

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Steamboat Trace Trail – North

Rating: Easy Surface: Crushed Limestone Distance: 1 way: 11.35 miles Welcome to the Steamboat Trace Trail! An Easy and scenic Rails-to-Trails ride along the Missouri River. This is a very easy, flat trail through the trees with the opportunity to …

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Cedar Canyon Steakhouse – Valentine

Headed to Snake Falls, or Niobrara River? Valentine hosts a very nice Steakhouse downtown, located on Main Street. The business includes an outdoor Beer Garden and large Banquet area. If you are looking for a good steak, burger or a …

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North Mopac Trail

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This is a short trail for bikers or visitors to the Louisville – Springfield area in Nebraska. The south Trailhead has a parking lot on the west side of the State Highway 50 bridge, and north side of the Platte …

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