Mullen Area
Mullen sits at the geographic heart of the Sandhills.
Double R Guest Ranch
Mullen Area
Located in the heart of the Sandhills, north of Mullen.
Families, star gazers, photographers, bird watchers, hunters and fishermen have all enjoyed the quiet setting at the Double R. Our updated Country Cabin and Lake View House are furnished with your comfort and relaxation in mind.
Families, star gazers, photographers, bird watchers, hunters and fishermen have all enjoyed the quiet setting at the Double R. Our updated Country Cabin and Lake View House are furnished with your comfort and relaxation in mind.
86091 Double R Drive
Mullen, NE 69152
Mullen, NE 69152
Middle Loup River Ranch
Thedford
Ranch house adjacent to Nebraska National Forest with 90,000 acres of public access areas to enjoy.
40203 NE Hwy 2
Thedford NE 69166
Thedford NE 69166
Roadside Inn
Thedford
The rooms at Roadside Inn are sparkling clean, comfortable, and spacious. Each room is decorated to reflect the spirit of the West. This 42 unit Hotel with 10 RV spots is located at the crossroads of Highways 2 & 83 in the Nebraska Sandhills. Make your reservation today.
39357 E. NE Hwy 2
Thedford, NE 69166
Thedford, NE 69166
Photo by Nebraska Tourism
Sandhills Journey Scenic Byway
Hwy 2
The most popular route through the Sandhills is Nebraska Highway 2, deemed the Sandhills Journey Scenic Byway. This byway is rated in the top 10 scenic routes in the U.S. and is listed as one of the highways to drive in 1000 Places to See Before You Die.
Sandhills Motel & Glidden Canoe Rental
Mullen507 SW 1st St.
Mullen NE 69152
Mullen NE 69152
308-546-2206 or 888-278-6167
Dismal River
Mullen Area
Experienced canoers and kayakers can test their skills on the Dismal River south of Mullen. The Dismal is a fast-flowing, spring-fed river with plenty of twists and sunken debris that make it a natural obstacle course.
Double JT & Hyannis Hotel
Hyannis1025 Main Avenue
Hyannis NE 69350
Hyannis NE 69350
308-458-2332
Merritt Trading Post Resort
Valentine
We are located on the white sand beaches of Merritt Reservoir a quality multi-species fishery. We have over 200,000 acres of public accessible land for hunting. The resort offers lakeside cabins, bait, tackle, groceries, convenience food items, ice, beer, fuel, boat rental, kayak and canoe rental.
HC 32 Box 23
Valentine NE 69201
Valentine NE 69201
Middle Loup River
People looking for a family-friendly river trip can float or paddle down the Middle Loup River just north of Mullen. The Middle Loup is spring-fed and has relatively calm waters as it meanders through wide, sloping Sandhills canyons. Canoe and kayak rental is available for both rivers.
Mullen Golf Course
Mullen Area
Mullen also has a fine public nine-hole course on the west edge of town called Mullen Golf Course.
Pelican Beach Cabin
Hyannis43863 E. NE Hwy 2
Hyannis NE 69350
Hyannis NE 69350
308-458-2444
Photo by Nebraska Tourism
Pelican Beach Golf
Hyannis Area(308) 458-2579
Ranchland Motel
Hyannis305 E Hwy 2
Hyannis NE 69350
Hyannis NE 69350
308-458-2264
Samuel R. McKelvie National Forest
Valentine Area
Located south of Nenzel in Cherry County, this 116,000-acre national forest is a fantastic representation of the unique Nebraska Sandhills prairie ecosystem. Popular uses of the forest include hunting, fishing, horseback riding, camping and bird watching.
Sand Hills Golf Course
Mullen Area
Sand Hills Golf Club is an 18-hole private golf course designed by pro golfer Ben Crenshaw. Golf Digest has ranked the Sand Hills Golf Club number one in its Modern List. Visitors are welcome at the clubhouse, but to golf, players must be members or sponsored guests.
Thomas Co Tourism
Thedford Area
Whisperin’ Angel Inn
Hyannis101 S. Manderson Ave.
Hyannis NE 69350
Hyannis NE 69350
308-458-2300