- TripBuzz found 4 things to do with kids in or near Ogallala, Nebraska.
- From Lake McConaughy to Lake Ogallala, the Ogallala area offers 11 different types of family activities, including: Lake, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Theaters.
- Located in Keith County, Nebraska, the city of Ogallala is home to just under 5,000 residents. The city maintains a strong history, once being a stop on the famous Pony Express. Ogallala is settled near Lake McConaughy, complete with beaches, boating, and water recreation to accent the city's various avenues of outdoor and indoor entertainment.
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Ogallala's Lake McConaughy is a vast lake slightly north of Ogallala's perimeter. It is a popular place to swim, tube, kayak, paddleboard and spend time admiring the view. The lake also has a white sand beach.
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downstream from Lake McConaughy on the North Platte River, Ogallala, NE
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Located near Lake McConaughy, Lake Ogallala contains opportunities for day trips, swimming, fishing, or camping with RVs or campers. From the lake beach, views of the Kingsley Dam can be seen and eagles often inhabit the area.
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A bowling center, Cornhusker Lanes is suitable for individuals and groups and is home to both adult and youth leagues. The center has a bar and grill with food and drinks as well as cosmic bowling and karaoke.
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Guests can enjoy and a small town, old school 2 screen movie theatre at Prairie Theatre. The movie theatre hosts 2 movies at a time and has discount prices for tickets.
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1249 North Homestead Road, North Platte, NE 69101
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North Platte's Golden Spike Tower & Visitor Center gives guests a birds-eye view of the expansive adjacent train yard. The tower rises eight storeys above ground, and when the weather is clear visitors can see for many miles.
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2921 Scout's Rest Ranch Road, North Platte, NE
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Visitors to the Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park in North Platte, Nebraska must purchase a park permit before entering. This park is a popular campsite, and also includes hiking trails, fire pits, picnic grills and terrific fishing.
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2403 Buffalo Bill Ave, North Platte, NE 69101
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Striving to educate the public about the history of the state of Nebraska, Lincoln County Historical Museum offers exhibits celebrating the early pioneers and settlers to the area. The museum further provides a gift shop where memorabilia is sold.
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301 East State Farm Road, North Platte, NE 69101
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North Platte's Lake Mahoney State Recreation Area is popular for swimming, camping, barbequeing, fishing and boating. It has a limited number of electrical hookups, vault toilets and facilities for gutting fish.
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North Platte's Mall Cinema III is part of the Carmike theater chain. A movie theater multiplex, it screens primarily first run Hollywood movies with digital video and sound. The theater offers discount matinees and other specials.
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Name in honor of Buffalo Bill Cody, the Ford Cody Trading Post in North Platte, Nebraska is a large and eclectic shop. Its inventory includes jewelry, books, maps, Native American souvenirs, CDs and automotive accessories.