10 TRAVEL GUIDE 2020
Be the engineer and take the trains through the tracks at our Union Pacific railroad exhibit. Combine all that with a dress-up area, a pizza parlor, a puppet theater and much more and it’s simple to see why kids have a great time at the North Platte Area Children’s Museum. Kids having a great time, it’s why the North Platte Area Children’s Museum gets Buffalo Bill’s coveted Buffalo of Approval. Address: 314 N. Jeffers St. Phone: (308) 532-3512 https://www.npchildrensmuseum.com/ Season/hours of operation: Tue, Wed, Fri 10am-5pm; Thur 10am-7pm; Sat 9:30am-5:00pm. Closed Sunday and Monday Admission: Admission charged Potter’s Pasture Some of the best mountain bike trails in Nebraska can be found 3 miles south of I-80 exit 199 on Brady-Moorefield Road. Potter’s Pasture consists of close to 100 miles of trails through 1,200 acres of hills and canyons, thick groves of trees, and native grasses that populate the hill country south of North Platte. There are a wide variety of trails from easy open ones that are suitable for riders of any ability, including children, to extremely technical trails best suited for advanced riders. Potter’s Pasture is privately owned but free and open to the public. A network of volunteers and riders create and maintain the trails as well as hosting events and races throughout the year. There are also campgrounds on site and dogs are welcome. For more information about events and trails at Potter’s Pasture, go to https://www/.whitetrailcyclesports.com. Find out why Potter’s Pasture has received the coveted Buffalo Bill’s Buffalo of Approval and see first-hand reviews for the trails from users at https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/potters- Take I-80 to Brady (exit 199). Go south on 56D at 2.7 miles turn right on Brady-Moorefield Road At 9.2 miles the pavement ends. At 9.7 miles on the left is the entrance to Old Camp. At 11.0 miles turn left on Jeffrey Road At 12.7 miles turn right into the campground. The sign will say Potters Pasture New Camp. Phone: (308) 530-1897 Admission: Free Rec Center and Cody Park Pool The North Platte Rec Center is a large recreational venue that offers many opportunities for fitness, recreation, weightlifting, cardio exercise, racquet sports, yoga and aerobics. The center incorporates a large swimming pool with a water slide, hot tub and sauna. The double gymnasium accommodates pastures.html. To Get There:
two full-size basketball courts with seating for 150, locker rooms and a concession stand. Free child care is provided for parents who are taking a rec center class, and there is a game room for children of all ages. The Cody Park swimming pool features depths from 3 feet to 12 feet. There are three diving boards and a kiddie pool. Inner tubes are available for rent. Address: 1300 McDonald Road/1400 N. Jeffers St. Season/hours of operation: Varies The Vault – Escape Games of Nebraska The Vault offers escape games for people of all ages and skill sets. There’s no need for specialized knowledge to solve puzzles and have a good time. Just be creative, curious and alert! Each game is designed for intense participation and cooperation, making The Vault Escape Games the perfect family fun or team-building experience for businesses. The Vault is also a unique way to make that birthday, graduation, anniversary, engagement or any other occasion extra special. Each Escape Game is maintained for five weeks, when it is changed out for another challenge, insuring that repeat visitors always have a new experience. Address: 418 N. Dewey St. Phone: (308) 221-6059 http://thevaultne.com/ Season/hours of operation: Go online to book your room Admission: Fee charged Water Fun The Sutherland Reservoir, Lake Maloney and Jeffrey Lake all offer great opportunities for water sports, fishing and camping. If you want a unique taste of Nebraska fun, then you need to give tanking a shot. It’s the genius of rural America at its finest as you lazily float down the North Platte River in a stock tank with friends, family and beverages. If you’re looking to be a little more active, try canoeing and kayaking on the Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District Supply Canal that stretches from North Platte to Brady. Combine all of that with the great fishing at all the stocked Interstate lakes and you’ll see why North Platte is a fantastic destination for fun on the water. For information go to https://visitnorthplatte.com/directory_ cats/water-sports/ Wild Bill’s Fun Center Wild Bill’s has earned Buffalo Bill’s coveted Buffalo of Approval for more than just bowling. No siree, Wild Bill’s is a great stop for so much more than that.
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