Scotts Bluff National Monument

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.

Eagle Rock with Conestoga Wagon

Thousands of covered wagons rolled by Eagle Rock in the mid nineteenth century.

Conestoga wagon in front of Eagle Rock

Scotts Bluff from the North Platte RIver

Scotts Bluff as seen from the north side of the North Platte River

A pink sky and dramatic bluff are seen reflected in water.

A Hot Air Balloon at the East Entrance to the Monument

A hot air balloon is seen at the east entrance to Scotts Bluff National Monument.

A colorful hot air balloon is seen in the distance with the Scotts Bluff entrance sign.

Mitchell Pass bathed in Morning Light

Early morning is a great time to explore Scotts Bluff National Monument.

The distinctive rock formations of Mitchell Pass glow with early morning light.

Saddle Rock rises above the Clouds

An inversion creates the feeling of walking on the clouds at the summit of Scotts Bluff.

A unique rock formation is seen above a layer of clouds.