Western Historic Trails Center - Council Bluffs, Iowa

Lea H.

Haven’t been inside the museum, but the trails are great for a day out with the family.
The last time we were there, the water in the pond by the river was very stagnant and there were lots of dead fish - but it was still interesting and was a good learning experience for the kids.

KE A.

I went there in June 2019 and it was a good place to go to and but the lighting is terrible and the exhibits were it was kind of dark and it was hot in there and because they had fan inside and just to cool down and but they had a film to watch and which as good.

Amber S.

Neat find close to the Pilot where I was able to travel from via electric scooter - path seems newer and was fairly passable - the museum fittingly sits amongst the tall prairie grass regardless the season and is quite impressive.

Inside - I was a little put off by how dark it was on the inside of the museum . It just felt like someone forgot to turn one of the lights on the entire time ! As far as the content goes - fairly detailed info on the history of the area including audio and video presentations, but primarily was intended for an older audience by the amount of text to consume. I particularly enjoyed the photographs of the people who braved the trek out West and wanted more of that!

Overall it was a great find !

Dale S.

Great place very interesting about Lewis &Clarke expedition

J&LA G.

We have been to this center twice, both times in relation to Geocaching. The first time we came and spent considerable time going through the displays trying to solve the puzzle giving info as to where the final was. The second visit was to retrieve the abandoned and archived cache container, then discuss with 2 of the staff members a possible new cache. Came up with several decent ideas, now to start rolling them out. Stay tuned. We enjoy visiting this place.

Brad W.

For me as a jogger it was fantastic. While traveling I was looking for a place to exercise and found it on the GPS very convenient. To the freeway only about one mile. Free museum had information on four major Western Trails. Correct place to stretch your legs. RV parking too all free

A W.

This is a neat little museum, but I mostly go with my grandpa every chance I can. He goes to the Jam and Bread music every Thursday and Saturday. I Cannot thank the staff and owners enough for all the years of joy and healing they have brought to my grandpa and my family. The musicians talent and giving nature has been just amazing. Their dedications and willingness to show up twice a week to perform for free has made a much bigger impact than they could ever begin to think. I thank you all for being so generous and gracious. Again, the joy and healing that you bring and give to others so freely is truly appreciated. Thank You!

Stev !.

I learned a lot here. The information was well organized, the displays were nicely made, and the building was clean and well maintained. The trail was underwater when I visited, and floodwaters were high in general, but It was still gorgeous, educational, and (most importantly) fun!