Omaha: Platte River State Park
In 3.3 miles, hike two loopsÛÓone leads to campsites and a lovely waterfall, while the other sneaks along ridges and gullies perfect for nature photography.
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Chadron, NE: Steamboat ButteClimb a lone butte (and spend a few minutes exploring its rugged base) on this easy 1.5-mile loop that offers a panoramic peek at Chadron State Park's rugged terrain.
Scottsbluff, NE: Daemonelix LoopTravel back 19 million years on this easy 1.1-miler that skirts fossilized burrows, roots, and Miocene-era remains in Nebraska's Agate Fossil Bends National Monument. Lincoln, NE: Conestoga State Recreation AreaHikers must follow unofficial, angler, or game trails for most of this 3.1-mile circumnavigation of Conestoga Lake, a popular roosting ground for upland birds and gobblers. |
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