Scotts Bluff National Monument

Thousands of covered wagons rolled by Eagle Rock in the mid nineteenth century.
Towering 800 feet above the North Platte River, Scotts Bluff has served as a landmark for peoples from Native Americans to emigrants on the Oregon, California and Mormon Trails to modern travelers. Rich with geological and paleontological history as well as human history, there is much to discover while exploring the 3,000 acres of Scotts Bluff National Monument.
Map showing location of park.
A park ranger stands at a desk holding brochures that are fanned out.
Western Nebraska National Monuments hiring Visitor Services Assistants for the Summer of 2025
Scotts Bluff National Monument and Agate Fossil Beds National Monument are hiring Visitor Services Assistant for the Summer of 2025.
A group of people in costumes of the 1850s stand in front of a Christmas Tree.
Scotts Bluff National Monument to host Christmas on the Prairie
Christmas is coming! What better way to start preparations than the way our ancestors did in the 19th century?
Two great horned owl nestlings are perched on a branch.
Scotts Bluff National Monument and Bird Conservancy of the Rockies to host Family Nature Club
Come learn about Nebraska owls at Family Nature Club.
A building is bathed in red morning light with a sandstone bluff in the background.
Scotts Bluff National Monument to host open house
Scotts Bluff National Monument will host an open house on Wednesday, November 13th from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m.
Conestoga wagon in front of Eagle Rock
Photo by NPS Photo / Wesley Gant
A pink sky and dramatic bluff are seen reflected in water.
Photo by NPS/Brian Poffenberger
A colorful hot air balloon is seen in the distance with the Scotts Bluff entrance sign.
Photo by NPS/Eric Grunwald
The distinctive rock formations of Mitchell Pass glow with early morning light.
Photo by NPS/Eric Grunwald
A unique rock formation is seen above a layer of clouds.
Photo by NPS/Robert Wagner