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Trace the steps of Lewis and Clark as you wind your way along the majestic Missouri River, first along the South Dakota border, then south toward Omaha. Along the way, you’ll discover powerful links to these historic explorers and ties to Nebraska’s American Indian roots.

Day 1
Enjoy a scenic ride through northeastern Nebraska as you discover the significant Lewis and Clark historical markers and important American Indian spots. You will gain a greater understanding of Nebraska’s rich native history as well as a profound appreciation for the area’s beauty.

Day 2

Enjoy several charming towns including the antique-rich city of Fremont and the memorabilia-packed town of Norfolk. Watch the scenery change as you enter southeastern Nebraska and head for the Missouri River Valley near your stopping point at Nebraska City.

Route directions:

DAY 1

Start in Naper
37 miles (1:10) east on NE-12 to Lynch
26 miles (:40) east on NE-12 to Niobrara
15 miles (:20) east on NE-12 to Crofton
13 miles (:20) north on NE-121 to South Yankton
13 miles (:25) south on US-81, east on NE-12 to Fordyce
9 miles (:20) east on NE-12 to Bow Valley
6 miles (:15) east on NE-12 to Wynot
29 miles (:45) east on NE-12 to Ponca
22 miles (:35) east on NE-12 and US-20 to South Sioux City
Spend the night in South Sioux City

DAY 2

26 miles (:55) west on NE-35, south on NE-9 to Emerson
23 miles (:50) south on NE-9 and NE-16 to Bancroft
32 miles (:45) east on NE-51, south on US-75 to Tekamah
19 miles (:30) south on US-75 to Blair
19 miles (:30) west on NE-91 to Nickerson
9 miles (:15) south on US-77 to Fremont
42 miles (:50) east on US-275 to Omaha
40 miles (1:00) south on US-75, west on US-34 to Avoca
25 miles (:40) west on US-34, south on NE-50, east on Highway 2 to Nebraska City
Spend the night in Nebraska City

 

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