Posted in Nebraska Nature October 25, 2021 by

On A Clear Day You Can See For Miles At The Blackbird Scenic Overlook In Nebraska

It’s no secret that we have a multitude of beautiful places in Nebraska. Heck — just driving along our scenic highways will take you through some amazing land. We’ve got an unfair reputation as a flat, “flyover state,” but if you have ever visited, you know that’s far from the truth. We have plenty of small mountains and buttes that are absolutely stunning. On top of that, our famous prairies are gorgeous as well. One vantage point in Nebraska that will give you some incredible views of the state is the Blackbird Scenic Overlook just off Highway 75.

This is one of the most scenic drives in Nebraska.
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Highway 75 travels alongside the Missouri River and goes all the way from Texas up to the Canadian border. It's got a ton of history and is associated with both the Oregon Trail and the Lewis and Clark expedition.
The Blackbird Scenic Overlook point is near Macy, Nebraska. It's just off Highway 75 and there's about a 200-foot walk to the viewing area.
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You can see for miles from up here -- even all the way to Iowa across the river!
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There's a little shelter at the site that has some information about the land. Several Native American reservations are in the area. The overlook is maintained with the assistance of the Omaha tribe.
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The rolling Loess Hills are a magnificent feature of the region's landscape. Formed millions of years ago by glacial movement, they now support a variety of fauna and flora unique to the Great Plains.
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From up here, you'll get a stunning view of the mighty Missouri River. This is the longest river in North America and its scale is magnificent.
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Needless to say, sunsets and sunrises at this overlook are amazing.
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This is a beautiful spot to check out some of the best scenery in Nebraska.
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Have you been to the Blackbird Scenic Overlook? Share your experiences in the comments!

Address: Blackbird Scenic Overlook, Decatur, NE 68020, USA