North Platte, NE

Situated at the convergence of the North and South Platte Rivers in western Central Nebraska, North Platte offers residents a small-town atmosphere with an Old Western twist. North Platte once served as the home of the world-famous cowboy, Buffalo Bill Cody, and continues to embrace the tradition of cowboys, rodeos, and railroads.

North Platte contains a rich heritage in the railroad industry, from the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad in the 19th century to now housing the world’s largest railroad classification yard, Union Pacific’s Bailey Yard. North Platte is also home to additional railroad attractions like the Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center and the Cody Park Railroad Museum.

The close-knit community in North Platte comes together for a variety of events, including the Annual Sandhill Crane Migration, Lincoln County Fair, Honky Tonk BBQ Festival, Nebraskaland Days, and North Platte Rail Days. Destinations like Denver and Omaha are within a four-hour drive of North Platte. Convenience to I-80, U.S. 30, and U.S. 83 makes getting around from North Platte simple.