"Rock Star" road tripper checking in! Self-proclaimed anyway! Road trips and visits to all 50 states are my game. Find your next road trip destinations here. Fill your bucket list with fantastic US journeys. I love road trips and spare no effort in making my travels and experiences inviting for members of the road-tripping family! Pick a trip you want to take, or get inspired to plan your own. - - The Driveby Tourist (or call me Stan!)
Explore the Iconic Chimney Rock and Scotts Bluff National Monument! 🏞️🚂
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If you’re fascinated by American pioneer history and breathtaking natural landmarks, Chimney Rock in Nebraska is a must-see! This towering rock formation, rising nearly 300 feet above the plains, served as a crucial landmark for wagon trains traveling westward along the Oregon, California, and Mormon Trails in the 19th century. 🌄🛤️ Some call it the most historic landmark in Nebraska. Combined with Scotts Bluff, maybe it is! Just a short drive away is Scotts Bluff National Monument, another impressive natural formation that guided thousands of pioneers on their journey to new beginnings. Together, Chimney Rock and Scotts Bluff stand as powerful symbols of the courage and determination of the settlers who braved the wild frontier. 🚜💪 Visitors can hike trails, explore visitor centers, and learn about the incredible stories of the pioneers who passed through this area. The stunning views from the top offer a glimpse into the vast landscapes that challenged and inspired those early travelers. 🥾👣 Whether you’re a history buff, nature lover, or road trip enthusiast, a visit to Chimney Rock and Scotts Bluff National Monument provides a memorable journey through America’s past and the beauty of the Great Plains. Pack your camera and sense of adventure—these Nebraska landmarks are waiting to be explored! 📸✨ "I’d rather be in Nebraska!” Classic Rock song: "Wildfire” by Michael Martin Murphy Please email me about why you haven’t visited Nebraska yet! Here is the Premium Subscription page: You will get early views of new blog posts, one extra weekly newsletter, and views of all past published newsletters. And occasionally, I'll ask for votes on content! Until next time..... Stan Featured Post: Check out this post about amazing things to see in Nebraska! |
Stan Wiebe
"Rock Star" road tripper checking in! Self-proclaimed anyway! Road trips and visits to all 50 states are my game. Find your next road trip destinations here. Fill your bucket list with fantastic US journeys. I love road trips and spare no effort in making my travels and experiences inviting for members of the road-tripping family! Pick a trip you want to take, or get inspired to plan your own. - - The Driveby Tourist (or call me Stan!)
I've been thinking about this for a while. I even had a draft. I decided to add more thoughts and publish. I don't have a lot of material but will add as time goes on. Please add your comments by replying here or directing into the post. I'll publish anything I receive but will not include your name unless you give me express permission to do so. Here's the link: https://www.the-driveby-tourist.com/ramblin-roads-thoughts-and-comments/ Thanks for reading! Stan
Want to learn about amazing things to see in Nebraska? I'll bet you didn't think that was possible!! I visited Grand Island in June and created the post about Grand Island and Kearney and to include other places that I've written about in the past. Here's the link to the new post. Thanks for checking it out. Until next time... Stan
Want to learn about amazing things to see in Nebraska? I'll bet you didn't think that was possible!! I visited Grand Island in June and created the post about Grand Island and Kearney and to include other places that I've written about in the past. Here's the link to the new post. Thanks for checking it out. Until next time... Stan