Niobrara River

United States, Nebraska

Niobrara River

LocationUnited States, Nebraska
RegionNebraska
TypeNational Scenic River
Coordinates42.8720°, -100.5510°
Established1991
Area11.79
Nearest CityValentine (2 mi)
Major CityOmaha (298 mi)

About Niobrara River

Preserves 76 miles of an exceptional Great Plains river ecosystem featuring mixed-grass prairies, sand dunes, and exceptional biodiversity with over 500 plant species. Notable for scenic waterfalls and geological significance in the Nebraska Sand Hills.