There are so many wonderful things to see and do across the state of Nebraska, and each one seems to be more interesting than the last one. But sometimes, you stumble across something that is so odd you just have to check into it a little bit further. Such is the case with the oddly landlocked Linoma Lighthouse. As tourist attractions go, it is mostly a novelty, but it still attracts a lot of folks. Come along as we see what all the fuss is about.

Some attractions are honestly worth a visit...
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...like this odd pillar at the edge of the water in landlocked Nebraska.
The base of this looming lighthouse was built in 1938 as a gas station, and the tower was added just a year later.
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Inside, there are 10 floors, but it was just originally built as a novelty.
However, the lighthouse was used as if it was a real lighthouse for years, with a bright beacon shining out over the water each night.
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After WWII ended, the beacon even flashed the morse code for "V" to stand for "victory" in celebration.

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After years of disrepair, it was eventually abandoned.
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Then it was bought along with the nearby RV park and used by travelers passing through.
Today, though it still stands 110 feet tall.
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Once a maritime themed destination, today it stands alone as a sole statue near the water.
Even if you can't go inside or see the water from the top, it makes a pretty picture in photos.
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It might be worth a cool photo if you find yourself driving through the area sometime!

You can learn more about this little wonder and the attached RV campground at the Linoma Lighthouse website as well as on the lighthouse Facebook page.

Have you ever been to the Linoma Lighthouse? If so, what was your favorite part? We’d love to hear your thoughts on it in the comments section below.

Don’t forget to check out our previous article about another lighthouse in Nebraska located at the Lake Minatare State Recreation Area.

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Where can we find other tourist attractions in Nebraska?

  • The Flatwater Folk Art Museum in Brownville is a unique folk art museum located in a former church building.
  • The Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha is one of the most popular places in the state and home to a wide array of land and animal creatures.
  • The Lauritzen Gardens in Omaha is where you will find the truly unique G-scale model garden railroad that meanders through a botanical garden setting.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other cool tourist attractions in Nebraska.

Where can we find breweries in Nebraska?

  • The Bootleg Brewers, Sandhills Brewing Company in Taylor has a huge, onsite brewing company as well as a two-level restaurant.
  • The Pals Brewing Company in North Platte has a great taproom and accommodations on the property.
  • The Kinkaider Brewing Company in Broken Bow offers beer flights and an extensive menu of great eats.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other exciting breweries in Nebraska.

Where can we find historic attractions in Nebraska?

  • The Museum of Shadows in Elmwood features the largest array of haunted and obscure artifacts.
  • The Arbor Lodge State Historical Park in Nebraska City is a 52-room mansion built to resemble the White House.
  • The Ash Hollow State Historical Park in Lewellen has a visitors center, a historic cave, an old sod house, and a walking path.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other cool historic attractions in Nebraska.

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