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City in Nebraska, United States
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Bayard is a small city in the Nebraska Panhandle with a population of 1,100. It is the closet town to the Chimney Rock National Historic Site.
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The landmark stone spire that has served as a guide for travelers on the Oregon Trail. This geologic formation seems to stand alone in the prairie, visible for hundreds of miles. The visitors center tells of the great migration west and the settlement of the area. The visitor center is about half a mile (1 km) from the rock. Do not stray from marked trails when hiking due to the increased presence of rattlesnakes.
A small community museum run by volunteers. Housed in an old railway depot, this museum showcases the history of the area and the influence of the railway on life in western Nebraska.
A public 9-hole course and host to the Bayard Men's Gold Association.
A local gourd farm providing activities for the Halloween season. Corn maze, pumpkin bowling, and slingshots. You can purchase pumpkins by the pound or by the cartload.
A different menu for each day of the week. This small American diner is a great place for a burger and fries.
A small town steakhouse. Fully stocked bar and hosts live music on Friday nights.
Coffee shop and bakery, offering breakfast items and occasional lunch items
Owner says not to enter physical address into GPS. Instead, enter address for Chimney Rock Museum and stop before Co Rd 100. Full RV hookups available during the summer season. Offers tent grounds as well. Campground is less than a mile from Chimney Rock. Souvenir and Ice Cream shop present on site. Rattlesnakes in area.
An RV park run by the city. Permits required if staying longer than 2 nights, can be purchased at the city office. Has trash and water hookups. Church bells ring at 9AM and 9PM daily.
Grocery store with meat market.
Bayard is 23 miles (37 km) from the city of Scottsbluff and sits along US-26 between NE-92 and NE-62A. Just follow the highway.
Read in the guideThe city covers approximately 1 km² of land. Navigating the town will be simple thanks to the grid pattern. Numbered streets go east-west, increasing the further north they are.
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