Gering, NE Road Trips

Developed in 1887 on the North Platte River with the extension of the Oregon Trail, Gering retains most of its "old feel" despite much modern building and renovations. As of 2020, Gering was home to about 8500 people. In 1887, Gering was laid out southeast of the Scottsbluff National Monument when the Oregon Trail crossed the North Platte River, and then the Western Pacific Railroad crossed the area, providing really easy access to the area. In 1922, the Oregon Trail Days began their annual celebration in Gering, a well known West Nebraska tradition.

1 Scottsbluff County Courthouse, 1725 10th St (a straight drive up 10th Street, on west side), ☏ +1 308 436-6648. M-F 7:30AM-4:30PM. Scottsbluff County's rather breathtaking law building, you should at least drive by, if you can't do a tour! (updated Jan 2026) 2 Gering Civic Center, 1050 M street, ☏ +1 308 436-6888. Depends on show. This is what theatre is! A 300-seat, one-level complex where Gering's most dramatic come to play. $10-100. (updated May 2017) 3 Scottsbluff National Monument, 190276 Old Oregon Trail Road (take the Old Highway 92 west into the monument), ☏ +1 308 436-9700. Daily 8AM-5PM. The rock-form that the area was founded nearby offers breathtaking view and curvy roads. Outside of Gering about 2.5 miles. (updated May 2017) 4 Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area and Nature Center, 210615 Hwy 71, ☏ +1 308 436-3777, [email protected]. Parking $8/vehicle, Nebraska resident $6/vehicle. (updated Jun 2020) 5 Northfield Park Arboretum, Pacific Blvd and Holly Dr. (updated Jan 2026)

1 Monument Shadows Golf Course, 2550 Clubhouse Drive, ☏ +1 308 635-2277. Nice public golf course for tee time. (updated May 2017) 2 Gering Municipal Swimming Pool (GMS Pool), 96606-99112 South 14th Street, ☏ +1 308 436-1876. Daily noon-8PM, lap swimming SU-F 11AM-noon. Come for a rec swim or lap swim. (updated Jan 2026)

1 Gering Bakery, 1446 10th Street, ☏ +1 308 436-5500. M-F 5:30AM to 5:30PM, Sa 5:30AM to 1PM, closed Su. Small bakery where donuts, burgers, and cakes come to be made and eaten. (updated May 2017) 2 Runza Gering, 1250 13th Street (on 13th off of M Street), ☏ +1 308 436-7869. German/American fast food chain in Nebraska. (updated May 2017) 3 Log Cabin, 1205 M street, ☏ +1 308 436-4786. M-Sa 5:30AM-8PM, Su 5:30AM-2PM. A western sanctuary with modern food and classic design. (updated May 2017) 4 Steel Grill, 2800 10th Street (close to Country Club road (see map)), ☏ +1 308 633-1020. M-F 3-10PM, Sa 11AM-11PM, closed Su. Mildly energetic tavern between Gering and Terrytown. From $45. (updated May 2017)

1 Union Bar, 1403 10th Street (street parking on 10th and N), ☏ +1 308 436-7741. M-F 11AM-12:30AM, Sa 10AM-12:30AM, closed Su. Eat, drink, live music! (updated May 2017) 2 Little Red Liquor, 500 M street, ☏ +1 308 436-3181. Daily 8AM-10PM everyday. Little store, big taste. (updated May 2017)

1 Monument Inn and Suites (Microtel), 1130 M street, ☏ +1 308 436 1950. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. Hotel and suites with modest innovations and design, usually a mid-range price, has free breakfast, free parking, free wifi, and vending machines. Does not have pool. $100. (updated May 2017) 2 Circle S Lodge, 400 M street, ☏ +1 308 436 2157. Basic Budget Motel just east of Gering with free wifi, free parking, and the continental breakfast (not free). $51. (updated May 2017) 3 Arcadia Hotel, 3655 10th Street, ☏ +1 308 635 3176. Has cable TV, minifridges, and complimentary internet. Air conditioned, no pool or complimentary breakfast. $69. (updated May 2017)

The closest available airport is the Western Nebraska Regional Airport that provides local access to Cheyenne and Denver, as well as Casper The Scottsbluff micro-politan area is deemed the 5th largest in the Continental United States not to be served by an interstate, behind Fresno, Bakersfield, Palmdale, and Lancaster. From the south, travel north on Highway 71, take the Gering exit, turn right onto M street or, from the north-west use US 26 and turn onto Highway 71, take the Old Highway 92 ramp. The {{marker|type=go|name=KCTS Red Line|lat=41.821187|long=-103.660663|url=https://ridekcts.com/airport-shuttle/} goes between Scottsbluff, Cheyenne, and Denver daily, departing from and arriving at the Western Nebraska Regional Airport.

For about 2.5 x 2 miles of space that Gering grew up in, everything can be reached by walking except in winter, when the snow can make the city hard to get around in, and driving is preferred. But other than that, walk! Take your car for convenience for 1/2 mile drives. Walk to see Downtown; sidewalks are in fair condition. Gering is supported by a local bus system, known as the Tri-city roadrunner, which is headquartered in Scottsbluff, but serves the entire area. Two routes run at an hourly basis, so it is a good idea to pick up a schedule and thoroughly plan your route. There are a few handibus systems available, such as the Panhandle Partnership. Taxis have to be called; don't expect to hail them on the street. The Western Pacific runs through town. You don't want to hit it at the wrong time, as you will have to wait over 15 minutes for a slow train.

The Gering/Terrytown area is considered safe. 2 Regional West Physicians Clinic (RW Family Medicine), 1275 Sage Street, ☏ +1 308 436 2101. 24/7. Small clinic where you can go to for life's hurting annoyances. For emergencies, the ambulance would escort you to Regional West Medical north of Scottsbluff. (updated May 2017)