Scotts Bluff National Monument Visitor Center

Facility · Nebraska ·

Managed by the National Park Service

Scotts Bluff National Monument (National Monument) · Open Access

4,119 ft
Elevation
The Scotts Bluff National Monument Visitor Center
Photo: NPS/Eric Grunwald · Recreation.gov
Located just steps away from the route of the Oregon, California, and Pony Express Trails; the Scotts Bluff National Monument Visitor Center features exhibits, a theater, and restroom facilities. The visitor center is located in the Mountain Time Zone.

Getting there

From Gering, head west on M Street. The street name changes to Old Oregon Trail after crossing Five Rocks Road. From Scottsbluff, head south on Avenue I. The street name changes to Five Rocks Road after entering Gering. Turn right (west) on Old Oregon Trail.

41.82870, -103.70730 · 41°49'43.3"N 103°42'26.3"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in0.30.40.81.83.12.61.91.61.41.20.50.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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More photos

A Visitor Explores the Three-dimensional Map of the Monument
Photo: NPS/Eric Grunwald · Recreation.gov
A Park Ranger Talks about Trading Posts during the Oregon Trail Emigration
Photo: NPS/Eric Grunwald · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Scotts Bluff National Monument Visitor Center

Can you reserve a site at Scotts Bluff National Monument Visitor Center?
No. Scotts Bluff National Monument Visitor Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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