14 Perfect Places To Go In Nebraska If You’re Feeling Adventurous
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Delana Lefevers
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As the weather is starting to warm up and we’re getting our first glimpses of spring, our minds are turning toward getting out of the house. If you’re feeling the effects of winter cabin fever and want to liven things up with some adventure, we have some suggestions for you (in no particular order).
Ever wonder what it's like to be a cowboy or cowgirl? Rowse's will treat you just like a ranch hand while you relax in the idyllic setting. Rowse's 1 + 1 Ranch
The accommodations here are actually slightly nicer than you would have found in pioneer-era Nebraska, but the experience is one of a kind, and the food at Drifter's Cookshack is not to be missed. High Plains Homestead
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Forget power boating in a bigger river - airboating the Platte looks crazy fun and Bryson's Airboat Tours does all the driving for you. Bryson's Airboat Tours
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Not just for students, the Outdoor Adventure Center actually has a lot of activities that will help you escape boredom in novel ways. UNL OAC
The Dismal River is not for beginners, which makes it even more fun for the adventurer. Glidden Canoe rental can get you set up with equipment if you don't have your own. Glidden Canoe Rental
Leisurely float on down the Niobrara river in an innertube or stock tank. To some people, this is kind of a rite of passage in Nebraska. Little Outlaw Canoe can get you set up.
The excavation is always ongoing at Ashfall Fossil Beds, but you can come in and peek at the prehistoric wonders. Watch as the fossils are carefully unearthed and left in place for visitors to marvel at for years to come. Ashfall Fossil Beds
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Fontenelle Forest is a 1400 acre forest in the middle of a city. Wander on down to the river on the trails, or stick to the boardwalk for an easy stroll. Fontenelle Forest
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Is there anything more adventurous than hunting through multiple buildings looking for just the right antique? Grain Bin Antique Town is full of surprises - you never know what you'll find. Grain Bin Antique Town
This huge waterpark has everything you need to have a fun family adventure in a controlled environment. Aquaventure
All of Fort Robinson is fantastic and you should definitely visit it all...but who could pass up riding through the grounds on a real stagecoach? Fort Robinson State Park
There's almost TOO much to do at Lake McConaughy. There's a reason it's one of the most popular attractions in Nebraska. Lake McConaughy
Ok, being locked in a room and forced to solve puzzles to get out isn't everyone's cup of tea. But if you enjoy solving puzzles, Entrap Games is a seriously unforgettable experience. Entrap Games
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We can't give you a specific location to go geocaching - because it's actually everywhere. Nebraska has some fun sites to discover, so grab your GPS and start hunting down those caches. Find some helpful geocaching info here.
There’s so much adventure to be had here in the Cornhusker State that we’re just scratching the surface here. What’s your favorite way to get out and find adventure in Nebraska?
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