Chimney Rock Museum is a must-visit destination located at 9822 County Road 75 in Bayard, Nebraska, United States. This unique institution …See more
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Aug 17, 2024
Bayard is the town closest to where many of my relatives lived ,to include nearby Angora. My Grandfather John King and his brothers were all ranchers in the area,his ranch being the Bar K. I was so … Full review by Judi E
Jul 29, 2024
This is a worthwhile place to visit, especially for American West history buffs. It is probably the best known landmark of the old west trails. There is a nice little museum close by, with hiking tra… Full review by ja123789123
Jul 7, 2024
This landmark signaled to the pioneers on the Oregon Trail that they had completed 13 of their westward journey. There is an $8 fee for adults to visit the onsite museum which chronicles the westwar… Full review by Beverly D
You can see this site in an hour or less. It depends on where you live as to whether this is a day trip or not. Scott's Bluff is close by and is very interesting.
Are pets allowed? We will be traveling and will have our pup with us, what is the best way to view the area if no pets allowed?
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Definitely not in the building and there are signs everywhere outside saying to stay on the path due to snakes... So I’d say not pet friendly, since they can’t be inside or on the grass. …
Definitely not in the building and there are signs everywhere outside saying to stay on the path due to snakes... So I’d say not pet friendly, since they can’t be inside or on the grass. It was a nice cool day when we went, we left ours in the car for the short time we were there. If you can’t leave your dog you can definitely just see it from the road or parking lot, if you don’t mind missing the museum and film.
Unfortunately, the path from the Visitor Center to the rock is a dangerous one thanks to rattlesnakes and other hazards. We recommend visitors not make that journey.
The visitor's center may have access to one, but I would contact them through their website. It has an email address at bottom of page to the director. The visitor center is usually open …
The visitor's center may have access to one, but I would contact them through their website. It has an email address at bottom of page to the director. The visitor center is usually open year round except major holidays.
We will likely arrive after the Visitor's Center has closed. Where is the best location to go for a photo?
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if you are arriving after the centre has closed, do not turn into the parking lot. Continue on the road and just past the entrance to the visitor centre s a perfect spot to stop and take …
if you are arriving after the centre has closed, do not turn into the parking lot. Continue on the road and just past the entrance to the visitor centre s a perfect spot to stop and take photos. Please, just remember to take photos and nothing else. This site is very fragile and hisitoric
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