Chimney Rock is a prominent geological rock formation in Morrill County in western Nebraska. Rising nearly 300 feet (91 m) above the surrounding North Platte River valley, the peak of Chimney Rock is 4,228 feet (1,289 m) above sea level. The formation served as a landmark along the Oregon Trail, the California Trail, and the Mormon Trail during the mid-19th century. The trails ran along the north side of the rock, which remains a visible landmark for modern travelers along U.S. Route 26 and Nebraska Highway 92. Chimney Rock National Historic Site was designated in 1956 and is an affiliated area of the National Park Service, operated by History Nebraska.Plan your Chimney Rock National Historic Site visit and explore what else you can see and do in Bayard using our Bayard trip itinerary app.
Source
Create a full itinerary - for free!
Chimney Rock National Historic Site reviews
-
A landmark for pioneers on their way to the American West. The spire has lost about 30 feet in the past 150 years, including five feet from a lightning strike in 1992. The rock is composed of layers.... more
A landmark for pioneers on their way to the American West. The spire has lost about 30 feet in the past 150 years, including five feet from a lightning strike in 1992. The rock is composed of layers.... more »
-
Very interesting natural formation to view. The visitor center was closed when we visited, but you can still see Chimney Rock from the parking area.
Very interesting natural formation to view. The visitor center was closed when we visited, but you can still see Chimney Rock from the parking area. more »
-
Must have been an awesome sight for pioneers back in the mid 1800's. Still an awesome sight and inspiration to see today... the museum is an added plus.
-
We did plan on stopping at Chimney Rock. We were headed for Montana. We saw the sign stopped just to stretch our legs. Stayed longer than we planned and will return to spend more time. Very nice Museum!
Plan your trip to Bayard
best routes and schedules
Side trips from Bayard
Trips in Chimney Rock National Historic Site by other users
4 days in Kimball & South Dakota
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Kimball
Custer
Deadwood
7 days in United States
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Scottsbluff
Custer
Wall
2 days in Bayard
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Chimney Rock National Historic Site
Courthouse and Jail Rocks
5 days in Scottsbluff
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Legacy of the Plains Museum
Lake Minatare
Monument Valley Pathway
30 days in Bayard
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Chimney Rock National Historic Site
Courthouse and Jail Rocks
22 days in United States
BY A USER FROM GERMANY
Las Vegas
Salt Lake City
Idaho Falls