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17 Fun Things to Do in North Platte, Nebraska (7 are free)

North Platte is best known as the home of William “Buffalo Bill” Cody, whose historic ranch and mansion are one of the many things to visit.  The fun doesn’t stop there though you will find many more things to do in North Platte. 

In fact, taking from the buffalo Bill theme, the Lincoln County Visitor’s Bureau recommends the best attractions through its “Buffalo” of Approval.

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North Platte History

 North Platte, Nebraska, located at the junction of the North and South Platte Rivers is the seat of Nebraska’s Lincoln County.  

Built during the post-Civil War advancement of the railroads, North Platte is full of history. It was founded in 1868 as a result of the extension of the Union Pacific Railroad. 

Although the railroads have always been the main basis of the region’s economy, North Platte is also known for agriculture and cattle ranching. In fact, the local farmers market is bustling in the summer and an attraction worth visiting. 

North Platte, Nebraska List of Fun Things to Do

Union pacific bailey yard and golden spike tower .

This is a must-see attraction for everyone – but especially for train lovers and history buffs. This is the world’s largest rail classification and sorting yard and is over 8 miles long and 1 1/2 miles wide.

 The Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center overlooks the Bailey Yard.  It honors the famous golden spike that officially joined the Union and Pacific railroads in 1869. 

The multi-story spike-shaped building houses a variety of exhibits, mostly on the history of the railroads. In addition, the seventh floor and eighth-floor observation decks are both great places to watch the trains in the adjacent Union Pacific Bailey Yard.

The Golden Spike and Visitor Center also includes a gift shop full of railroad-themed souvenirs.

• Golden Spike and Visitor Center Website
• Location: 1249 North Homestead Road, North Platte, Nebraska, 69101
• Hours: October – April from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and May to September 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. 
• Cost: Adult admission is $7.00.
• Discounts: Senior and student discounts are available, and children 5 and under are free

North Platte Area Children’s Museum

This is the best small-town children’s museum we have ever been to.  This museum, housed in a historic building, is full of hands-on activities.  They have everything from costumes and props to dress up in, a huge lite board, and a construction site touch and try.  It is geared towards imaginative play. 

Throughout the museum, there are various themed areas, ranging from a railroad to a pirate ship. The museum also includes a puppet theatre and pizza parlor and holds special events throughout the year.

• Children’s Museum Website
• Location: 314 North Jeffers Street, North Platte, Nebraska, 69101.
• Hours: Open Tuesday through Saturday, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Cost: Admission is $6 for children ages 2-12, and $4 for adults 13-59.
• Discounts: Children under 24 months are admitted free, senior’s admission is $3, and free admission with museum membership.

Cody Park Railroad Museum

The Cody Park Railroad Museum showcases what North Platte is known for historically (besides Buffalo Bill!)— the railroads. 

In this outdoor museum, you will find many historic locomotives, including one of the few series 3900 steam engines on display. When visiting this train, you can explore the engineer’s compartment as well as the mail car, caboose, and other attached railcars. The museum is also home to historic rail depot.

• Cody Park Railroad Museum website
• Location: Part of the Cody Park complex, 1601 N Jeffers St, North Platte, NE 69101
• Hours: Open May 1 to September 22 – Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Cost: Admission is free.

Lake Maloney State Recreation Area

The Lake Maloney State Recreation area is a large outdoor recreation area fronting 1000-acre lake. The recreation area is great for many outdoor activities, but especially boating and fishing. 

In addition, there are a couple of (unsupervised) swimming beaches. If you prefer to stay on land, hiking is another popular activity, and campsites are available for both primitive and RV camping.

• Lake Maloney State Park website
• Location: Six miles south of North Platte, 9402 Lakeview Drive, North Platte, Nebraska, 69101.
• Hours: Open 24/7.
• Cost: Daily and annual permits are $8 and $45 respectively, and there are additional camping fees. See website for details.
• Discounts: If you are a Nebraska resident, daily permits are $6 and annual permits are $30.

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The Cody park complex is another of our favorite stops in North Platte.  We enjoy the children’s rides and the Carousel (1913 Herschell-Spikeman original), the playground and the drive through mini zoo.  Yep – you drive (or walk) around the outside of the zoo for free.  

If you are more sports-focused, there are athletic facilities, including a baseball field, a swimming pool, and a horseshoe pit! 

And if you’re hungry, Cody Park is also famous for the soft-serve ice cream sold at the park.

• Cody Park website
• Location: 1601 North Jeffers St, North Platte, NE 69101.
• Hours: Cody Park is open 24 hours, but the attractions close at 9 pm
• Cost: Admission to the park is free (Rides are $1 or less each)
• Discounts: Multi-ticket discounts and group rates for rides

North Platte Recreation Center and Cody Park Pool

if you would like to get in some indoor swimming during your visit to North Platte, the North Platte Recreation Center and Cody Park Pool is open to visitors as well as residents. 

We took the kids swimming at this pool and had a great time. I would recommend this as a rainy day activity. The family admission rate makes this a great deal for a family group.

The center includes plenty of things for children, including a game room, water slides and a “kiddie pool.” In addition, there is free babysitting for parents who take classes at the center.

• North Platte Recreation Center website
• Location: 1300 South McDonald Road, North Platte, Nebraska, 69101.
• Hours: Hours for the building and pool vary according to season.
• Cost:  Adult admission is $6.75, and family admission is $16 per day. Discounts: Youth admission is $4.75 and senior admission (age 60 and over) is $6.

Cody Go-Karts

Cody Go-Karts is a small family-owned amusement park that features go-kart rides on two tracks, rides, and a small water park.  We have a great time on the slick track and the tweens drove their own go-carts. 

But if you are not into go-karts, the park has a variety of other attractions, ranging from bumper boats to water slides to miniature golf. 

And though the park is open to all ages, some of the rides, slides, and games designated for kids only. Snacks are available, or you can bring a cooler. 

In an effort to serve families with the best deals, you can choose from a large variety of ticket prices and rates. 

• Cody Go-Karts Website
• Location: 805 Halligan Drive, North Platte, Nebraska. 69101.
• Hours: Memorial Day to Labor Day 10:30 a.m. to 10 from p.m. and open weekends 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. the rest of the year.
• Cost: Prices for individual rides or day packages vary. 
• Discounts: Group rates available, and discounts for partial day visits

Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park

 The Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park is a must-see in the town of North Platte. Like it sounds, it is the historic ranch of Buffalo Bill, made into a museum and park.  

Originally called Scout’s Rest Ranch, the site includes Buffalo Bill’s 1886 mansion, the barn, and outbuildings, and plenty of Cody memorabilia within the buildings.  You can tour the mansion, watch a movie, and walk through the huge barn full of old carriages. 

The ranch adjoins Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area, which offers many outdoor activities to enjoy.

• Buffalo Bill Ranch Website
• Location: 2921 Scout’s Rest Ranch Road, North Platte Nebraska, 69147.
• Hours: The ranch grounds are open from 8 am until sunset year-round, and the house and barn are currently open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Cost: Free to walk the grounds. A donation of $2 for 13 years and older, and 1$ for those 12 and under to tour the house and buildings.
• Discounts: Children under two have free admission.

Iron Horse State Park

 The Iron Horse State Park is a fifty-acre park, forty acres of which are a under a lake! This park’s lake is periodically stocked for fishing, and fishing facilities include a handicapped-accessible fishing dock.

The park is also great for walking and hiking. Picnic tables are available, and there is a kids’ playground that is currently being upgraded by the local Kiwanis.

• State Park Website
• Location: South Jeffers Street, North Platte, Nebraska 69101.
• Hours: The tourist information “caboose” is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Lincoln County Historical Museum

The Lincoln County Historical Museum is both a museum and a “historic village” of old buildings.

The museum’s historic buildings include a schoolhouse and a general store, and they serve as a trail for a scavenger hunt that kids are invited to try. Visitors are welcome to take pictures and invited to submit them to the museum’s online gallery of visitor photos. The museum’s gift shop features local crafts for sale.

• Museum Website
• Location: 2403 North Buffalo Bill Avenue, North Platte, NE 69101.
• Hours:  Open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5p.m
• Cost: Admission is $6 for 13 and over, family admission is $10
• Discounts: Children under 12 have free admission, and there are military and senior discounts. 

Fort Cody Trading Post

The Fort Cody Trading Post is an unusually fun souvenir shop, with a museum devoted to Buffalo Bill and his Wild West Show attached. The gift shop is filled with Western gear and souvenirs.

In addition, the gift shop sells things ranging from food items to Native American-made jewelry. The Trading Post also features live music performances during the summer months.

• Fort Cody Trading Post Website
• Location: 221 Halligan Drive, North Platte, NE, 69101.
• Hours: The trading post hours vary with the season. See website for details
• Cost: Admission is free

North Platte Community Playhouse

If you like live theatre or movie-watching, the North Platte Community Playhouse offers both. The live shows at this historic theater include four mainstage productions per year, most of which are popular musicals. 

The theatre also hosts a children’s theatre program during the summer.

• North Platte Community Playhouse Website
• Location-: 301 East 5th Street, North Platte, Nebraska, 69101.
• Hours: Business hours are 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily. See website for showtimes.
• Cost: Ticket prices vary, and tickets may be ordered online.

Prairie Arts Center

 If you are an art lover, I suggest visiting the Prairie Arts Center, a gallery supporting local artists.

Originally built in 1913 as the North Platte Post Office, the building itself is a work of art. In addition to its varied exhibits, the Prairie Arts Center offers a variety of art classes for all ages.

• Prairie Arts Center Website
• Location: 416 North Jeffers Street, North Platte, Nebraska, 69101.
• Hours: The Prairie Arts Center is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Cost: Free but donations are welcome. There is a charge for classes and memberships are available.’

 Homestead Pumpkin Patch

Depending on when you visit North Platte, the Homestead Pumpkin Patch offers a great new seasonal attraction—picking your own pumpkins. Beyond the pumpkin patch, there are a variety of fun activities, ranging from foosball to hayrides. Pumpkins, gourds, and pumpkin products are also available for sale.

• Homestead Pumpkin patch Website
• Location: 6459 South Homestead Road, North Platte, Nebraska, 69101.
• Hours: Open on weekends only. mid-September to late October, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
• Cost: General admission to the pumpkin patch is $9.
• Discounts: Admission is free to children two and under.

Wild Bill’s Fun Center

Wild Bill’s Fun Center, like the name suggests, is devoted to family fun. It is best known for its bowling lanes, but also has a video game arcade, laser tag, and virtual reality. 

They have a good variety of virtual reality games, and bowling includes nighttime cosmic bowling.

• Wild Bill’s Fun Center website
• Location: 1100 South Jeffers Street North Platte, NE 69101,
• Hours: Hours vary according to activity, 
• Cost: Prices vary according to activity,
• Discounts: Wild Bill’s Fun Center offers different discounts each week.

Best Places to Stay in North Platte Nebraska

We have stayed in hotels and campgrounds in North Platte during our visits to this town.  I can recommend the places that we have stayed at or have friends and family vouch for.  

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I-80 Lakeside Campground

This small locally owned campground attracts locals and tourists alike.   You can enjoy tent or RV camping on a little lake right in town. The scenery is beautiful, grassy sites are spacious and the owners are lovely.   

We have stayed at this campground. I can say that this is by far one of the best values we have had in our western states travels.  See our article for our favorite spot!

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• Location:3800 Hadley Drive, North Platte, NE 69101

Family and Dog Friendly Hotels:

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Our top choice for both family-friendly and pet-friendly hotel is the Best Western North Platte Inn & Suites. This hotel is a great deal for families.

The Best Western has an indoor pool, hot breakfast and clean rooms. Best Westerns allow children to stay for free.

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• Location: 3201 S Jeffers St , North Platte, NE 6910

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham North Platte

Another perfect option is the La Quinta Inn and Suites. We frequently stay in La Quintas with our family and this is one of the top-rated on TripAdvisor.

It is conveniently located just off of I-80, adjacent to Iron Eagle Golf Course and near to the airport. With a free hot breakfast and an indoor pool, your family will be quite happy here.

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• Location: 2600 Eagles Wing Dr, North Platte, NE 69101

Other Information to Help Plan Your Visit to North Platte:

The best time to visit.

 Weather in North Platte, Nebraska is typical for the Midwest (speaking as someone who has lived in the region!). 

Summer temperatures can rise into the high 90’s, while winter temperatures can drop down to the teens. The annual rainfall averages twenty inches, and total snowfall is up to thirty inches. 

The best time to visit is the spring, when the weather is pleasant and everything is greening up. 

Although, we have also enjoyed the hot summer, playing in the lake at the campground I mentioned above.

Getting to North Platte, Nebraska

North Platte is easy to get to by car, being conveniently located at the crossroads between I-80 and I-83.   We have driven from Colorado many times along this route.  The rest stops on this section of highway are very nice. 

Depending where you are coming from, if you want an alternative to the interstate, I recommend Sandhill Scenic Drive. 

If you prefer to fly, small regional jets connect through Denver (DIA). 

Bus travel is also an option from some cities, with either Arrow Stage Lines or Burlington Railways.

In the Amtrak runs through North Platte, although the hours are not the most convenient.  We looked into this and decided against taking the train with small children for this reason. 

Distance from nearby major cities:

• North Platte NE to Lincoln NE 3 hours and 23 minutes (281 miles)
• North Platte NE to Omaha NE 4 hours (281 miles)
• North Platte to Denver Colorado 4 hours ((263 miles)

Final Thoughts on Visiting North Platte, NE

This small western town is full of historical things to do and modern family friendly activities. Many people may pass right by on I80 but this is worth a stop.

This is part of our series on North Platte. You might be interested in our other article The best places to camp near North Platte.

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U.S. News’ Find an Agent tool identifies your individual needs, maps your needs to an advanced real estate database, and then connects you with the most qualified real estate agents for you in North Platte . Your top real estate agent recommendations are unbiased: Agents can't pay for placement and your matches are based solely on how the agents handled properties like yours in the past. Agents are compared to all other agents in the area on key performance indicators like transaction volume, listings, days on market, sale price to list price ratio, property type expertise, and other relevant data points in their transaction histories. To learn more about HomeLight's real estate database and algorithm visit How We Identify Top Real Estate Agents.

10 Top Real Estate Agents in North Platte by Sales Transactions

Top Agents as of 09 Nov, 2022 Recent Transactions are the agent’s total number of transactions across the past three years.

Finding Your Top Agent

How HomeLight identifies your top agent:

• Objective Agent Performance Data
• Your Inputs and Individual Needs
• Local Real Estate Market Conditions

HomeLight's Matching Engine incorporates 20+ quantitative and qualitative data points to identify the top-performing agents in your city for your specific criteria.

When you find Top Real Estate Agents in North Platte through U.S. News, we will email you up to three top real estate agents we've identified that meet your criteria, as well as call you to learn more about your real estate needs. We will share with you these real estate agents' past transactions, areas of expertise, and reviews from past clients. Then you can ultimately decide which real estate agent best suits your needs.

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FAQ for Hiring a Real Estate Agent in North Platte

Some questions you might consider asking a real estate agent are:

• How long have you been selling real estate? An agent with several years in the business under their belt may not get rattled if bumps in the road occur during the buying or selling process. And because real estate is a commission-based field, it may be a good sign that the agent provides good service if their career has longevity.
• How many homes have you sold/closed on in the past six months? This could indicate the real estate agent’s success rate in the current market. In addition, some agents work primarily with either buyers or sellers, so you’ll want to know if the agent can meet your needs. If you’re looking to sell one home and purchase another, having one agent that can work with you on both transactions might make the process smoother.
• What is your average number of clients? The number of clients the real estate agent is working with could have a direct impact on how much time he or she has to give attention to you and your situation.
• Do you work with a team? It’s important to know whether you’ll be working with one agent the whole time or if there’s a chance you’ll meet with other team members at some point.
• What area(s) do you cover? Some real estate agents are neighborhood experts, while others cover a broader territory. Know where the agent has a footprint and make sure the area –and the agent’s local expertise –are compatible with your needs.
• What is your marketing and/or negotiation strategy? Whether you’re a buyer or seller, you’ll want to know how an agent plans to negotiate on your behalf. And if you’re selling, you’ll want to know the agent’s approach to advertising your home to potential buyers.
• What type of communication should I expect from you? How often you and the agent will communicate with one another, as well as the best means of communication for the involved parties, should be established early.
• Can you provide me with contact information for three references? Speaking directly with a real estate agent’s former clients can help you get candid reviews of what it’s like to work with them.

A real estate agent’s commission is technically negotiable. Commission from a real estate transaction is usually split between the listing agent and the buyer’s agent, as well as the brokerages they work for, and it’s often between 5 and 6%. But there are situations in which the seller could try to negotiate for a slightly smaller fee. Some examples include if you’re selling a home that’s move-in ready, if you’re buying and selling using the same agent, if you allow a lockbox so the agent doesn’t have to host every showing of the home, or perhaps if your home is in a hot market and you expect it to sell quickly. On the flip side, agents and brokers don’t have to lower their fees. But it could be worth a discussion depending on your bargaining chips.

No. The North Platte real estate agents in this list were selected based on objective performance data and are not affiliated with U.S. News. U.S. News partners with HomeLight to analyze data including, but not limited to, how many properties the real estate agents have worked with, how quickly they have bought or sold properties for their clients and how much money they have earned or saved their clients.

Real estate agents earn commission by providing a range of services during a real estate transaction. Commission ensures homebuyers and sellers get the assistance they need during this process. Agents help search for sale properties, set the home price, market the listing, show the home to potential buyers, negotiate the sale, assist with home inspections and appraisals, and close the sale. In addition, good agents are reachable to their clients at all times, so paying for an agent should get you full access to them.

A real estate agent’s job is to find you the right home as seamlessly as possible, so hiring a well-regarded agent can expedite the process. Top agents are trained to understand the complete home buying process, and you can seek out agents with specialized training to fit your needs. Whether you’re buying or selling a home, the odds of securing the price you want are higher if you work with a top-performing real estate agent. A seasoned professional can negotiate the best deal for you by using tactics to lower closing costs and repair costs, for example, or advocate for extra incentives within the deal. In addition, a well-connected real estate agent can give you referrals for services and professionals you may need for your new home.

It all depends on the state of the North Platte real estate market at the time, but we recommend speaking to a real estate agent as soon as you’re thinking of buying or selling a home in the area, which may be anywhere from three to nine months before you want to move. Leave time to interview agents if you are new to home buying or selling or if you’ll be using an agent you’ve never worked with. Sellers generally should reach out earlier than buyers, and you should contact a real estate agent before making any pre-sale home improvements.

North Platte Real Estate Market Snapshot

Value index.

North Platte offers a comparable value to similarly sized metro areas when you compare housing costs to median household income.

Housing Costs 2022

Housing costs over time.

Data sourced from Zillow median home sale price data series. Additional data provided by the Austin Board of Realtors, Houston Association of Realtors, Intermountain MLS, Omaha Area Board of Realtors, San Antonio Board of Realtors, and the Salt Lake Board of Realtors. Due to differences within the data source, home prices are not comparable across metro areas.

How Much is Your North Platte Area Home Worth?

When it comes time to sell your home, you will want to know how much your home in North Platte is worth. U.S. News’ Home Value Estimator tool, powered by HomeLight, uses information from multiple sources to create a real-time home value estimate based on current market trends. When you request your home value estimate, you will also see real estate agents in North Platte who have the best record selling homes like yours and your Simple Sale™ price - in case you’d rather sell your home to an all-cash buyer in HomeLight’s Simple Sale™ network.

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