Chadron Travel Guide

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Nestled in the heart of the Nebraska region, Chadron offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. This charming city is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. With its rich history and warm hospitality, Chadron is a hidden gem waiting to be explored.

Nature lovers will be captivated by the beauty of Chadron State Park, a sprawling oasis just a stone's throw away from the city. This park boasts miles of scenic trails that wind through the lush forest, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the serenity of nature. Hiking, camping, and birdwatching are just a few of the activities that can be enjoyed in this pristine wilderness.

For a taste of the region's history, a visit to the Museum of the Fur Trade is a must. This fascinating museum showcases the important role that fur trade played in the development of the American West. Visitors can learn about the lives of the trappers and traders who once traversed these lands, and marvel at the artifacts that have been preserved over the centuries.

Chadron is also home to the renowned Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center, dedicated to celebrating the heritage and culture of the Great Plains. This center offers a variety of exhibits and educational programs that highlight the rich history and traditions of the region. From Native American artifacts to pioneer stories, visitors can delve into the past and gain a deeper understanding of the area's roots.

In addition to its natural and cultural attractions, Chadron also boasts a vibrant downtown area filled with charming shops, cozy cafes, and delightful restaurants. Strolling through the streets, visitors can explore the local boutiques and galleries, picking up unique souvenirs and handmade crafts along the way. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty meal or a cup of freshly brewed coffee, the downtown area has something to satisfy every craving.

Alternative names: Area: 3.88 mi²Elevation: 3379 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°49'43"N, 103°0'7"W

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Chadron Attractions - What to See and Explore

Chadron offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Museum of the Fur Trade, Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center, Crites Hall, Edna Work Hall. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Specialty museum • Museum • History museum
Museum of the Fur Trade
The Bordeaux Trading Post near Chadron, Nebraska was built during 1845–46 by James Bordeaux. It has been reconstructed faithfully, in the same location with the same post-holes, using weathered old lumber from a nearby ranchhouse. It is now the Museum of the Fur Trade.
Museum • History museum
Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center
The Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center is a museum dedicated to the life and works of author Mari Sandoz, and to the High Plains region of the western United States, in which Sandoz grew up, and which was the setting of many of her fictional and non-fictional works.
42°49'13"N • 103°0'0"W
Crites Hall
Crites Hall, at 10th and Main Sts. in Chadron, Nebraska, is the student services building of Chadron State College. The building is historic, dating from 1938, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

42°49'15"N • 103°0'11"W
Edna Work Hall
Edna Work Hall, also known as Women's Hall, on the campus of Chadron State College in Chadron, Nebraska, was built in 1932 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. It was designed by architect Arthur D. Baker. It was expanded at the rear in 1960.
42°49'12"N • 103°0'4"W
Sparks Hall
Sparks Hall, also known as Women's Dormitory on the campus of Chadron State College in Chadron, Nebraska, was built in 1914 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. It was designed by Lincoln, Nebraska, architect Alfred W. Woods.
Library
Chadron Public Library
The Chadron Public Library, at 507 Bordeaux St. in Chadron, Nebraska, is a historic Carnegie library in a Classical Revival-style building designed by architect George A. Berlinghof. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990.
Universities and schools
Chadron State College
Chadron State College is a public college in Chadron, Nebraska. It is one of three public colleges in the Nebraska State College System. It has open admission and an acceptance rate of 100%.

Day trips

Chadron – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Chadron, it's worth seeing attractions such as: The Mammoth Site (Hot Springs), Trailside Museum (Crawford), Toadstool Park (Oglala National Grassland).

48 milesNW
Museum, Geologic formation, Science museum
The Mammoth Site, Hot Springs
The Mammoth Site is a museum and paleontological site near Hot Springs, South Dakota, in the Black Hills. It is an active paleontological excavation site at which research and excavations are continuing.
26 milesSW
Museum, Natural history museum
Trailside Museum, Crawford
The Trailside Museum of Natural History is located in the historic Army Theatre at Fort Robinson State Park, three miles west of Crawford, Nebraska on U.S. Route 20.
30 milesW
Park, Campsite
Toadstool Park, Oglala National Grassland
Toadstool Geologic Park is located in the Oglala National Grassland in far northwestern Nebraska. It is operated by the United States Forest Service. It contains a badlands landscape and a reconstructed sod house. The park is named after its unusual rock formations, many of which resemble toadstools.
31 milesW
Museum, Visitor center, Natural history museum
Hudson-Meng Bison Kill, Oglala National Grassland
The Hudson-Meng Bison Bonebed site, officially named the Hudson-Meng Education and Research Center, is a fossil site located in the Oglala National Grassland of Sioux County, Nebraska 20 miles northwest of Crawford. It contains the 10,000-year-old remains of up to 600 bison.
48 milesNW
43°26'1"N • 103°28'37"W
Pioneer Museum, Hot Springs
Specialty museum, Museum