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    Chimney Rock Visitors Center - 07.07.24 Chimney Rock in NE

    Chimney Rock Visitors Center

    4.0(27 reviews)
    45.0 mi

    Important landmark in noting the emigrants' progress to the West [Bayard NE]…read more We didn't make it to the Visitor Center... they closed at 4:00p we were thinking they closed at 5:00p. I wanted to get my NP Passport book stamped but this landmark is managed by the Nebraska State Historical Society as part of a historic site and not the NPS so no stamps. Chimney Rock is visible for miles but we wanted to get close to it as much as we could. Anyway, we proceeded to return to our car when an employee came out from the building and said that we would be able to see Chimney Rock a little closer and pointed to the direction. We drove to another area called "Walk to the Rock" with lots of parking spaces. This was private property of the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation (NSHSF). We were welcomed by a volunteer and gave us the lowdown on the "pathway rules" including "if you see a rattlesnake..." ¯\_('~')_/¯ There were four different trails. We took Trail A (1.05 mi) which was the longest of the 4 and the trail that took us closest to the rock. It was a pleasant hike... we didn't encounter any rattlesnakes or other dangerous species. We took lots of pics. The Chimney Rock is a significant landmark to emigrants as they progressed West on the Oregon Trail. Review #3502

    Passing through Nebraska and since Chimney Rock is on their state's welcome sign we had to check it…read moreout. I educated myself at the visitor center and learned how this historic site served as a major 19th-century landmark for Oregon, California, and Mormon pioneers. Experiencing part of history is always on my road trip itinerary. This location offers a visitor center with interactive exhibits, walking trails, and panoramic views. Worth the stop if you are in the area.

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    Colorado Welcome Center - Information area

    Colorado Welcome Center

    4.9(14 reviews)
    38.0 mi

    It's a large area and you can walk a little and have some peace by yourself. Clean restrooms and a…read morewater bottle filler. You can tell they've had issues with past visitors who wash their hair in the sinks or fill gallon water containers at the water bottle filler from signage and the security camera system. This is the first time I've been here when there's been an attendant sitting at the information desk. Pretty cool. I loved the displays of Colorado history and the many maps they have. It's a nice welcome home stop with the iconic Colorado sign and bison sculpture, familiar to all who wander through the state.

    An essential stop if you're visiting Colorado for the first time via I-80/I-76…read more Location: Easy access from I-76. Just this once, I'll forgive Colorado for putting a rest stop in a town (rather than where you NEED "facilities" and there are no towns nearby) because it's so close to the border. Restrooms: Usually clean and well maintained. Automatic lights may turn off if you're alone and sitting still. Walking: Nice trail up a small hill on the west side. There are benches if you get tired. Dogs: Unfenced "exercise area." Inspect paws for thorns before moving on. Visitor information: The visitor center is open and well staffed during the day. They have free maps and brochures for most of the tourist spots in Colorado. Sometimes they offer free beverages and snacks. Parking: plenty of spaces for cars, RVs, and semis. There are no convenient gas stations or restaurants here. Stop in Ogallala NE or Sterling CO instead; bring your food here and eat it in one of the faux teepees. Advice for newcomers to Colorado: Stopping here is a great way to start adjusting to the altitude. Walk the trail. Drink plenty of water (beginning right now and throughout your stay). Sleep two nights at 5000 feet (Denver or Colorado Springs) before venturing into the mountains.

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