Scotts Bluff National Monument, Great Plains Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from the city of Scottsbluff, take 27th Street south until you reach the intersection with Highway 92. Turn left onto Highway 92 and continue east for about 3 miles. Then, take the exit for Old Oregon Trail Road. Follow Old Oregon Trail Road for about 2 miles, and you will see the entrance to Scotts Bluff National Monument on your left.

• Public Transportation

  While public transportation options are limited in the area, you can take the local bus service from Scottsbluff to Gering. Once you arrive at the Gering bus stop, you can walk approximately 1.5 miles south on 10th Street which will lead you directly to the entrance of Scotts Bluff National Monument.

• Taxi/Rideshare

  For a more direct route, consider using a taxi or a rideshare service such as Uber or Lyft. If you're in Scottsbluff or Gering, input 'Scotts Bluff National Monument' or the address '190276 Old Oregon Trail, Gering, NE 69341' into the app to get a ride directly to the monument. Estimated fares will vary, but expect to pay around $10-$15 for a one-way trip from Scottsbluff.

• Biking

  If you're feeling adventurous, biking from Scottsbluff to Scotts Bluff National Monument is an option. Take 27th Street south to Highway 92, then turn east onto Highway 92. Continue until you reach the exit for Old Oregon Trail Road. Be cautious as you'll be sharing the road with vehicles. The distance is about 5 miles from Scottsbluff, and you should allow approximately 30-45 minutes for biking.