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7 Best and Fun Things To Do In Gering, Nebraska


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Gering, located in Nebraska, is most famous for housing the Scotts Bluff National Monument and is an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts. It is highly regarded as one of the top places to reside in the state and becomes a magical snowy destination during the winter season.

Gering hosts many outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, and golfing. The town also has a number of parks that offer plenty of things to do.

While you’re in the area, be sure to check out other attractions as well, such as one of the area’s many restaurants. There is also the Legacy of the Plains Museum for people who enjoy history or want to learn more about the area’s past.

Discover our list of favorite things to do in Gering, Nebraska, in our list below

The 7 Most Popular Things To Do In Gering, Nebraska

7. Mitchell Pass

5.0 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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6. North Overlook

4.8 ★★★★★ (13 reviews)

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Location: Unnamed Rd. Gering NE

Web Address:   http://nationalparks.org/

5. West Nebraska Arts Center

4.7 ★★★★★ (36 reviews)

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Location: 106 E 18th Street Scottsbluff NE

Tel:  308 632 2226

Web Address:   http://thewnac.com/

4. Legacy of the Plains Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (292 reviews)

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Location: 2930 Old Oregon Trail Gering NE

Tel:  308 436 1989

Web Address:   http://legacyoftheplains.org/

3. Riverside Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (321 reviews)

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Location: Scottsbluff NE

Tel:  308 632 0058

Web Address:   http://scottsbluff.org/

2. Riverside Discovery Center

4.5 ★★★★★ (533 reviews)

Location: 1600 S Beltline Hwy W Scottsbluff NE

Tel:  308 630 6236

Web Address:   http://riversidediscoverycenter.org/

1. Scotts Bluff National Monument

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,591 reviews)

Location: 190276 Old Oregon Trail Gering NE

Tel:  308 436 9700

Web Address:   http://nps.gov/scbl

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Gering, Nebraska! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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