5 Country Roads In Nebraska That Are Pure Bliss In The Fall
A country drive in Nebraska is just the thing for refreshing the soul and making you feel alive again. In the fall, our highways and byways light up with the warm, rich, vivid colors of the changing seasons, making autumn the perfect time to venture out on a scenic drive (or three. Or five). These five routes are especially wonderful for a leisurely fall drive. Hoping to find the best scenic drives in Nebraska? You should definitely begin with these ones.
1. Circle Road through Nebraska National Forest, Halsey
Circle Road, or FSR 203, is a narrow road winding through the Nebraska National Forest at Halsey. This route will take you right through the heart of the forest, letting you reconnect with nature. It's one of the most beautiful places in Nebraska, and we're sure you'll just love it.
Making its way from Chadron in the north to Sidney in the south, this longer route passes through some of western Nebraska's loveliest landscapes, including Chadron State Park. While you're at it, make sure to explore the county!
This incredibly scenic drive cuts a path through south-central to southeast Nebraska. Starting in Edison in the west, this route travels through some amazing small towns and country scenery before it ends in Brownville on the banks of the Missouri River.
Often called one of Nebraska's most scenic drives, this route will take you all the way from the Kansas border to the South Dakota border. You'll pass through incomparable Sandhills scenery and the beautiful Valentine National Wildlife Refuge.
Stretching out from just north of Omaha up to South Sioux City, this trail parallels the Missouri River to show you some of Nebraska's most spectacular fall foliage. Follow in the footsteps of famous explorers and see some impressive farmland, bluffs, and historic sites along the way.
There are SO many more scenic country drives in Nebraska than we’ve listed here – you can go practically anywhere to experience the beautiful season in full color. Even in places where trees are few and far between, the fields and prairies turn magnificent shades that signal autumn is here. Make sure to tell us your picks for the best scenic drives in Nebraska in the comments! Need more Nebraska road trip ideas? Take a look at this article for 12 of our favorites!
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As a lifelong Nebraskan, Delana loves discovering the many hidden treasures of her state. She has worked as a writer and editor since 2007. Delana's work has been featured on more than a dozen websites and in Nebraska Life Magazine.
