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Discover charming towns during Panhandle Frontier Finds

Two men golf and a towering rock formation rises up above them in the background.

Visiting the Nebraska Panhandle during the first-ever Panhandle Frontier Finds event June 5-7?

While you're hunting up treasures, be sure to explore the cities and village that populate the Panhandle. Event organizers have divided the Panhandle into three tiers: Northern, Central and Southern. Each tier has unique attractions, beautiful scenery, friendly folks and small town charm in spades.

Along the Northern Tier, you'll find:

  • Chadron State Park and Fort Robinson State Park - Nebraska's first-ever (Chadron) and largest (Ft. Rob) state parks, complete with, challenging disc golf course and mountain bike trails, Native American and military history.
  • Toadstool Geologlic Park, a moon-like landscape perfect for hiking and train-watching.
  • Carhenge - inspired by the famed Stonehenge with a Panhandle twist.

In the Central Tier, explore:

  • Chimney, Courthouse & Jail Rocks along the Oregon Trail.
  • an unexpected lighthouse at Lake Minatare State Recreation Area.
  • Scottsbluff National Monument, a landmark for pioneers on the Oregon, California and Mormon Trails.

Finally, in the Southern Tier, discover:

  • Panorama Point, the highest natural point in the state at 5,429 feet.
  • Ash Hollow State Historical Park, featuring Ash Hollow Cave and Windlass Hill
  • National Pony Express Monument, dedicated to the brave riders who carried mail across the country in the 1860s .

Learn more about the communities across the Panhandle on the "Our Communities" page and start planning your visit.