Good to know
- Tickets
- Free. There is no entrance fee.
- Time needed
- 2 to 3 hours for the visitor center, summit and trail ruts.
- Best time
- May to October. Summit road can close for snow or ice in winter.
- Getting there
- Gering is next to the monument. Western Nebraska Regional Airport in Scottsbluff is about 15 minutes away; Denver is about 3.5 hours by car.
Where to stay nearby
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Scotts Bluff National Monument questions
Can you drive to the top of Scotts Bluff?
Yes, on the Summit Road through three tunnels. Large RVs and trailers are not allowed.
How long is the hike up Scotts Bluff?
The Saddle Rock Trail is about 1.6 miles one way with about 435 feet of climb.
Can you see Oregon Trail ruts at Scotts Bluff?
Yes. A short trail from the visitor center leads past a section of the original trail and Mitchell Pass.
