Guidebook for Kearney
Parks & Nature
In addition to the fishing lake and swimming area, one of the trail heads for the 24 mile Kearney Hike and Bike trail begins here. It extends from Cottonmill Park through the less urban parts of the city to the Archway Monument to its conclusion at Fort Kearny State Park.
https://visitkearney.org/directory-posts/hikebike-trail/
8 locals recommend
Cottonmill Park
2795 Cottonmill AveIn addition to the fishing lake and swimming area, one of the trail heads for the 24 mile Kearney Hike and Bike trail begins here. It extends from Cottonmill Park through the less urban parts of the city to the Archway Monument to its conclusion at Fort Kearny State Park.
https://visitkearney.org/directory-posts/hikebike-trail/
Arts & Culture
MONA
2401 Central AveFree admission year round.
"For over 200 years, the path along the Platte River through Nebraska, once called the Great Platte River Road, has been a road to adventure. From the Oregon Trail era through today, the Archway’s family friendly historical exhibit tells the story of those who followed the Great Platte River Road and helped to build America." https://archway.org/
17 locals recommend
The Archway
3060 E 1st St"For over 200 years, the path along the Platte River through Nebraska, once called the Great Platte River Road, has been a road to adventure. From the Oregon Trail era through today, the Archway’s family friendly historical exhibit tells the story of those who followed the Great Platte River Road and helped to build America." https://archway.org/
Food Scene
A Flippin' Sweet Pizzeria & Burger Joint
3905 2nd AveGourmet pizza baked before your eyes in a brick oven. You pick the sauce, toppings, and cheeses, and it's ready to eat in 3 minutes.
4Q BBQ (A DRippin Sweet Joint)
203 E 25th StGourmet pizza baked before your eyes in a brick oven. You pick the sauce, toppings, and cheeses, and it's ready to eat in 3 minutes.
Drinks & Nightlife
All Nebraska brewed beer and wine. 25+ taps that change on a daily basis. Food available from Alley Rose and Dash Pizzeria.
McCue's Nebraska Taproom
2008 Avenue AAll Nebraska brewed beer and wine. 25+ taps that change on a daily basis. Food available from Alley Rose and Dash Pizzeria.