I was born and raised in Scottsbluff. Haven't lived there in nearly 30 years though. Some beautiful country in the short grass steppes and pine-clad hills of the western Nebraska Panhandle.Being from Eastern Nebraska now living WA I want to get back to Scotts Bluff and Chadron and do some exploring myself! Great pics! The altitude in Westeren Nebraska is deceiving Scotts Bluff is around 5000'.
Yes, the Nebraska Sandhills along with the scenic wild Niobrara River that flows all along the northern fringe of Nebraska are exquisite. Unique American jewels few people see. If one wants a trip out of the ordinary then visit and explore the 20,000 sq mile Sandhills region. Timeless quiet beauty with dark nights full of stars from horizon to horizon.Great pictures!
I'm in Lincoln, NE...
As a kid, I remember the drive from my Grandparents ranch (Atkinson) to home (Auburn & later, Indianola) seeming to take absolutely forever. Nothing to see, nothing to do.
Funny how things change. I would gladly take a month and do nothing but explore the sandhills. I absolutely love that area, and go through it every chance I get.
Just in case someone is thinking about a trip up there, a few great spots to set as destinations are:
Steer Creek Campground in the McKelvie Natl. Forest
Valentine Natl. Wildlife Refuge (great fishing, no camping)
Nebraska Natl. Forest - Halsey
Niobrara River - East of Valentine (canoe/kayak/tube)