Prairie Lakes Region

In 1820, Stephen Long, explorer and military man, called this country the Great American Desert. Today, he’d be shocked to discover dozens of man-made lakes and huge reservoirs complementing the grassy plains of the region. Nowhere is the relationship of man and the land more poignantly realized than Nebraska’s Prairie Lakes Country. This relationship becomes even more evident in the excellent museums, historic homes and memorable personalities of the area such as Willa Cather and Senator George Norris. It’s a country rich in history and personality that you’ll enjoy getting to know and returning to year after year.

Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Alma

Alma is a community that has a rather unique blend of young business people and many retirement age citizens. Both the young and old alike appear to be attracted to…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Curtis

Curtis has the distinction of being designated as Nebraska's "Easter City" by the legislature in…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Brule

Brule, Nebraska, was established in 1886, when Major Isaac Barton and his wife, Elizabeth, purchased…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Cambridge

The spirit of the pioneer is carried on through the visionary citizens of Cambridge. Abundant…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Franklin

Welcome to Franklin - where the "good life" could have originated. Friendliness is a trait…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Beaver City

The Beaver Valley was a part of the hunting ground of the Pawnee Nation but…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Cozad

The "100th Meridian" is an important natural demarcation line where "the humid east meets the…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Elwood

When you look at the lush pastures filled with cattle and the table-like irrigated fields…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Arapahoe

Known as "the town where the hi-ways meet." Located in south central Nebraska, it is…

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Explore a County Keith County 2 cities  ·  19 counties in Prairie Lakes Region

Travel the routes of Pioneers, Gold Seekers, Homesteaders and Cowboys. In Keith County you can still see the ruts of…

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Explore a City Curtis 2 attractions  ·  31 cities in Prairie Lakes Region

Curtis has the distinction of being designated as Nebraska's "Easter City" by the legislature in 1981. The Easter Pageant has…

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