Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
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Tukup
Omaha, NE104 contributions
Jul 2022
We had a little time to kill so checked out the Pedestrian Bridge as a potential place to take family in the future. It was beastly hot so not as enjoyable as it could be. The bridge is impressive, even during the daylight. We will try it at night sometime to see the lights. From the bridge we saw an assortment of animal tracks as well as some birds (including the Green Heron). It was a leisurely walk, pausing to take pictures of the grandkids sitting half in Iowa and half in Nebraska. The bridge actually moves and the cables visibly vibrate in the wind. The Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Headquarters and Visitor Center, at the base of the bridge in Omaha, is also excellent.
Written August 23, 2022
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Steve H
31 contributions
Jun 2021
Enjoyed the walk across the bridge. The views are very nice. We went on a Friday evening before sundown and the parking lot at the National Park Service building was full of people smoking and drinking and blaring loud rap music. Broken glass bottles and trash was everywhere. We were happy to not get a flat tire.
Written June 9, 2021
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Luann M
Pecatonica, IL387 contributions
May 2022
We were spending too much time in the car driving, and used this 1 km walk from Omaha across the river to Council Bluffs as a nice break. The bridge is beautiful, signage tells about Bob Kerry's desire to have this bridge built, and it is nicely maintained. It was a pleasant walk before driving west in Nebraska.
Written June 3, 2022
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nightpoet
Washington41 contributions
Dec 2020
This is a pleasant place to walk. I went on a cold December day, so it was pretty quiet. There are bikes to rent on either side of the bridge, which I will definitely come back and try in warmer weather. There are also walking paths along the river that you can access from the bridge area. I noticed that there were a lot of birds in the bushes and small trees on the Iowa side and wished that I had brought binoculars. Walking the bridge was a very nice way to spend time in Omaha. The parking area on the Omaha side does seem quite small though.
Written December 13, 2020
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Tracey M
Bluemont, VA489 contributions
Jul 2021
The bridge is a decent walk, but be sure to bring water and use sunscreen if you go during the day. It was relaxing watching the river flower under the bridge and was cool to stand at the spot that showed where Nebraska and Iowa meet.
There is a Lewis and Clark museum on the property as well with a few items to look at and mall gift shop.
I would have loved to do this walk at night as I hear it is gorgeous with the lights lit up, but we were in town for only a few hours.
There is a Lewis and Clark museum on the property as well with a few items to look at and mall gift shop.
I would have loved to do this walk at night as I hear it is gorgeous with the lights lit up, but we were in town for only a few hours.
Written August 4, 2021
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Dave L
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Oct 2021
Good place to get some cardio in during the day time. We've been to a few cool events on the Iowa side. Taste of Omaha is overpriced and overrated to bother with when they have it here. I'd stay away from the Omaha side at night too. Seems like every degenerate in Nebraska uses this place to find trouble after dark.
Written February 23, 2022
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HuskerRealtor
Elkhorn, WI13 contributions
Oct 2021
a very relaxing place to take a stroll. Great views. Parking was ok, there is construction going on to the south of the bridge so, only way to get there is abbott drive north then south on river front drive. In the late fall, winter and early spring lots of eagles.
Written January 3, 2022
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kdschielke
Austin, TX114 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
Electric bike rentals are a must! Unfortunately, there are only a handful of the electric ones available while heavy rental, regular bikes are in large supply. Rental is easiest using BCycle app and we got all day for $8/each). Bathrooms on NE side are porta-potty and on IA side there are no public restrooms. (We tried the door of a building there and lucked out to get in!) The bridge and trails nice and wide but don't expect any shade. The "trails" on IA side are not shaded at all and follow the river/highway, not much to see. The "trails" on NE side are winding around with some shade and pavilions and markers for Lewis and Clark things.
Written July 9, 2020
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Inquisitive_Wayfarer
Lafayette, IN285 contributions
Mar 2020
I decided to check out the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge on my first ever visit to Omaha earlier this week. In my opinion, the bridge is well-designed, visually appealing, and makes for an enjoyable walk. The suspension bridge spans the Missouri River and links Omaha & Council Bluffs (you can actually stand in both Nebraska and Iowa at the same time while you're on the bridge). It's definitely a landmark that these cities should be proud to share.
The long ramps leading up to the bridge are very gradual, so it's accessible for people of all ages and skill.
The views are just average from the top of the bridge. A lot of the Omaha skyline is obstructed by the massive & sprawling CHI Health Center, and the Missouri River isn't exactly super scenic at this location.
The long ramps leading up to the bridge are very gradual, so it's accessible for people of all ages and skill.
The views are just average from the top of the bridge. A lot of the Omaha skyline is obstructed by the massive & sprawling CHI Health Center, and the Missouri River isn't exactly super scenic at this location.
Written March 4, 2020
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Gregsky
Ottawa, Canada911 contributions
Nov 2022
Walked across the bridge one night while visiting Omaha. Very cool when it's all lit up and you stand on the border between Nebraska and Iowa. If you do the walk in the late fall/winter, make sure you're bundled up.
Written November 25, 2022
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Kevin A
Park City, IL1,279 contributions
What is the average amount of time that somebody spends there.
Brendan S
Arlington, VA1,391 contributions
It takes less than 20 minutes to walk across and less than 10 minutes to cycle across (and of course similar time to return). You'll want to stop for views/photos halfway across. There's a sculpture garden on the Iowa side and the bridge troll on the Omaha side. 30-60 minutes at the most, depending on whether you're on foot or bicycle.
occams-razor
Antioch, IL89 contributions
Where is the nearest parking on the NE side? Is it a paid/free loot, metered street, etc.? Thanks!
adrianmQ651ON
Thornton, CO103 contributions
On the Omaha side: There is a free parking lot at the riverboat. Use Maps and type in Miller’s Landing or River City Star and follow the driving directions to park your vehicle. Then walk the paved sidewalk South to the bridge. Note: during covid, there are closures along Freedom Park Road to the North and at Heartland of America to the South. Your best bet is the riverboat landing.
Bna2
Vancouver, WA6 contributions
Hey I'm curious, on the Omaha side of the Bob Kerrey bridge, did there used to be a light up grass sculpture, that swayed in the wind? where the splash pad is?
I've visited recently and didn't see it,
I wonder if it got moved to a museum or something,
What hours is the bridge open?
Mariana R
Trinidad51 contributions
I believe it’s open 24 hrs
What is on the iowa side
captjrk
Prescott Valley, AZ165 contributions
Park. walking trails.
TexasRedhead7
Texas3 contributions
Best hotel with a view of this bridge?
Kevin R
Rochelle, United States13 contributions
We did not see any. Parks at the east end and commercial parks at west end
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