Ogallala Attractions
Ogallala, in south-western Nebraska, takes visitors back to the days of cattle droving, with its saloon, general store, Cowboy Museum (Front St.) and Boot Hill Cemetery.
Ogallala (pop. 4,900) was a Pony Express and transcontinental railroad stop.
Ogallala (pop. 4,900) was a Pony Express and transcontinental railroad stop.
Lake McConaughy
To the north of Ogallala, the white sandy beaches of Lake McConaughy are ideal for relaxing, bathing, camping and fishing.
Mansion on the Hill
Completed in 1887, the Mansion on the Hill in Ogallala was contracted by L. A. Brandhoefer to be built with bricks from a local factory. The house includes period furnishings.
Hours
May 25 to September 20
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | |
| Open | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Petrified Wood Gallery
The Petrified Wood Gallery in Ogallala specializes in ancient woods and fossils. Other items on display include American Indian artifacts and gemstones.
Facilities
Gift shop
