- The list below includes 10 free or cheap things to do in or near North Platte, Nebraska, including 13 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Recreation Centers, Movie Theaters and Children's Museums.
- From Cody Park to America's 20th Century Veterans' Memorial, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in North Platte.
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An original Pony Express station now located in a park, the Pony Express Station Gothenburg is an historic landmark now dedicated to preserving the history of the Pony Express. The park also offers a rest stop or picnic locale for travellers.
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The Sod House Museum explores pioneer history from 1893 – 1920 through tours, educational programs and special events. The main exhibit includes Oklahoma's only sod house, along with artifacts and exhibits illustrating the daily life of a pioneer.
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A bowling center, Cornhusker Lanes is suitable for individuals and groups and is home to both adult and youth leagues. The center has a bar and grill with food and drinks as well as cosmic bowling and karaoke.
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Ogallala, Nebraska is the home of the Front Street Museum and Steakhouse. Patrons enjoy browsing memorabilia from Ogallala's frontier days before sitting down to a justifiably famous and huge steak dinner.
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Ancient wood that turned to stone is on display at the Petrified Wood Gallery in Ogallala, Nebraska. The Gallery features hundreds of pieces of petrified wood, as well as photographs, sketches, paintings and other related media.
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Guests can enjoy and a small town, old school 2 screen movie theatre at Prairie Theatre. The movie theatre hosts 2 movies at a time and has discount prices for tickets.
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Ogallala's Lake McConaughy is a vast lake slightly north of Ogallala's perimeter. It is a popular place to swim, tube, kayak, paddleboard and spend time admiring the view. The lake also has a white sand beach.
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downstream from Lake McConaughy on the North Platte River, Ogallala, NE
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Located near Lake McConaughy, Lake Ogallala contains opportunities for day trips, swimming, fishing, or camping with RVs or campers. From the lake beach, views of the Kingsley Dam can be seen and eagles often inhabit the area.