Buffalo County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A flock of birds flying over a body of water with trees in the background.
A flock of birds flying over a wetland area with a group of herons standing in the water.
A sign for the Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary advertising the 2019 Crane Season from Feb 16 to Apr 14, daily from 8 AM to 5:30 PM.
A flock of birds flying in formation over a body of water at dusk.
A statue of a man on horseback in a field of purple flowers, with a stone building and trees in the background.

Popular cities in Buffalo County

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Kearney
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Family-friendly
From sandhill cranes to a museum above the highway, discover Nebraska at its finest in the seat of Buffalo County.

Reasons to visit

  • Great Platte River Road Archway
  • Classic Car Collection
  • Fort Kearny State Historical Park
A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.
Gibbon
Explore attractions like Fort Kearny State Recreation Area and Platte River as you discover things to see and do in Gibbon.
A small boat on a calm river surrounded by dense green trees.
Elm Creek
Known for Rivers, Scenery and Nature
Get away to Elm Creek! Enjoy the riverfront, natural setting and local cuisine.
Shelton
Shelton
Venture to sights like Platte River and War Axe State Recreation Area as you discover Shelton.
Ravenna
Ravenna
Known for Adventure, Golf and Natural parks
Ravenna awaits: its adventures, golf, history and more!
Amherst
Amherst
Head to Cottonmill Lake and Big Apple Fun Center—just two of the sights around Amherst.

Stay near popular Buffalo County attractions