Chimney Rock Pioneer Crossing Campground

The Great Outdoors

This region of the United States is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With its majestic mountains, open prairies, and rich history, there's something awaiting discovery behind every bend. One place to check out when you book a Bayard campervan rental is Scotts Bluff National Monument in Gering, Nebraska. The 3,000-acre site is comprised of mixed-grass prairie, towering bluffs, rugged badlands, and riparian habitat along the North Platte River. Though every square inch of the area is stunning, the crowning jewel is Scotts Bluff, an 800-foot tall rock outcropping. The iconic rock has served as a landmark for Native Americans, immigrants headed west, and even modern-day travelers. With much to do and see in this gorgeous area, it's a must-visit when you book an RV rental near Chimney Rock Pioneer Crossing Campground.When you book an RV in Morrill County, you can also spend time at Bridgeport State Recreation Area. Encompassing about 200 acres, including 78 acres of water in five sandpit lakes, the place is popular for camping, picnicking, and boating. Fishing is also a favorite pastime at Bridgeport. Common catches include bluegill, largemouth bass, walleye, channel catfish, and yellow perch. If you're interested in spending more time in the recreation area, primitive camping is available as well.If you're willing to travel a bit, you won't regret visiting Agate Fossil Beds National Monument. About an hour's drive away in Sioux County, the fossil beds contain the most complete Miocene mammal sites in the world. While the Lakota Sioux knew about the fossils for many centuries, American scientists rediscovered the fossil beds during the 1890s. The fossils here date back approximately 20 million years. At the visitor's center, guests can see recreations of the Menoceras, a small rhinoceros, Moropus, and Dinohyus. Although the national monument is known for its Miocene mammals, the landscape tells the complete story of past animals, Native Americans, early explorers, ranchers, and those who passed through these parts when settling the American West.

Exploring the City

Learn about local history at the Legacy of the Plains Museum. Situated along the historic Oregon Trail, the museum boasts an impressive collection of pioneer artifacts, farm implements, and antique tractors. On the grounds of the museum, you'll find an 80-acre working farm and historic farmstead structures with the iconic Scotts Bluff National Monument looming in the backdrop. In addition to the museum exhibits, there's usually some planned event scheduled at the museum, so be sure to check what's going on next time you're in town.If you enjoy an occasional game of golf, there are a few golf courses to check out when you camp in an RV near Bayard. One of the most popular courses sits in the shadow of the iconic Court House and Jail Rock. Another one of the courses is surrounded by elms, tall conifers, and cottonwoods. Despite the dry environment of Bayard, Nebraska, these golf courses are kept in excellent condition and are inviting for both professionals and novices alike.But if golf isn't your thing, then the Pioneer Trails Museum is another great museum to check out. In Bridgeport, the museum is stocked with historical artifacts, journals, and personal items dating back to the 19th- and early 20th-centuries. Inside the museum, you'll also find a collection of fossils, arrowheads, and other things that shed light on the area's rich past.Bayard, Nebraska, has something to offer everyone. The rugged and majestic landscape is the main attraction. But even if you prefer spending time indoors, you won't be disappointed when you book a Bayard camper rental. With countless museums, several golf courses, a few wineries, and vibrant history, there's something for all travelers to enjoy. So what are you waiting for? Book a motorhome rental near Chimney Rock Pioneer Crossing Campground and start exploring today.