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make Cody Go-Karts a no-brainer for the coveted Buffalo Bill’s Buffalo of Approval The fastest man in the west, Buffalo Bill Cody, invites you to test your skills at Cody Go-Karts! Plus, you can challenge a chicken to tic-tac-toe! Phone: (308) 534-8277 www.codygokarts.com Season/Hours of Operation: Memorial Day-Labor Day: Daily 10:30am 10pm, Open weekends pre-and post-season Admission: Admission charged **** Cody Park Carousel and Concessions Address: 805 Halligan Drive You know why Cody Park, including the carousel and children’s rides, gets Buffalo Bill’s Buffalo of Approval? Because they’re a great time not just for just the kids, but the whole family! The historic carousel is a ton of fun for kids of all ages as they ride around on beautifully carved horses and other animals. In addition to the carousel, the miniature kiddie rides are great for the little ones. Combine that with the fact that the world’s best soft – serve ice cream is available right next door during the summer, and you’ve got a recipe for a great afternoon. Cody Park has tons of options to ensure that people of all ages have a great time. Facilities include: wildlife sanctuary, picnic tables, restrooms, bandstand, playground equipment, horseshoe pits, baseball and softball fields, outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, campgrounds, snack shop and barbecue pits.
receiving and 16 departure tracks. Train operations and repair shops at Bailey Yard are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The fueling and service center processes more than 9,000 locomotives each month, using technology like overhead cranes and elevated work bays to maintain fluid operations. Address: 4000 W. Front Street VisitNorthPlatte.com/directory-posts/ union-pacific-bailey-yard/ Can be experienced by a visit to the Golden Spike Tower. ****
Whether you want to relax by the pool, enjoy some of the best ice cream, ride the kiddie carnival rides, or challenge your family to a game of horseshoes or disc golf, Cody Park is the place for you. This North Platte gem is nestled along the North Platte River, which is a fun place to cool off in the shallow stream during the hot summer days. The drive-by zoo is home to animals of all sorts, including deer and elk, burros and llamas, geese and peacocks. You can purchase animal food from nearby vending machines. Many shaded picnic areas are found throughout the park, with playgrounds and recreational activities nearby. Fun for the whole family – that’s why Cody Park in North Platte gets Buffalo Bill’s coveted Buffalo of Approval.
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Address: 1400 N. Jeffers Street
Cody Go-Karts Cody Go-Karts gets Buffalo Bill’s Buffalo of Approval. You know why? Because they offer tons of great activities for the whole family. As you’d expect, there’s go-karts, but just having go-karts isn’t good enough. There are two different tracks. The standard track features a multi-level figure eight with the option of single or tandem karts. The slick track course offers a challenge for anyone looking for slippery fun, also with single and tandem racecar karts. In addition to the go-karts, there’s great summer fun with bumper boats, over 560 feet of wet and wild waterslides, and a kiddie slide in the pool area. Speaking of the little guys, there’s plenty for them too with a variety of kiddie rides, arcade games, and even kiddie go-karts and bumper boats. All of that, plus snacks and a nearby campground and hotels combine to
Season/Hours of Operation: Cody Park: Daily sunrise-sunset
Kiddie Rides and Concessions: April-September: Mon-Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat noon-10pm, Sun noon-9pm Admission: Admission charged for rides and concession. Many activities are free **** Cody Park Pool 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: 1400 N. Jeffers Street Season/Hours of Operation: Varies Admission: Admission charged ****
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