North Platte Nebraska Map
Explore North Platte, Nebraska, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of North Platte, Nebraska
| City | North Platte |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Lincoln County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 41.123887 |
| Longitude | -100.765423 |
| Population | 23,390 |
| Density | 667.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 69101, 69103 |
| Area Code | 308 |
| County Seat | North Platte |
| School District | North Platte Public Schools |
About North Platte, Nebraska
North Platte is a locality in Lincoln County, Nebraska, United States. It has a population of 23,390. The population density is 667.9 people per km². North Platte is located at 41.1239°N, 100.7654°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. North Platte is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 69101, 69103.North Platte commands a vast expanse of the high plains where the sky dominates the horizon in a display of shifting, expansive light. It lies 58.5 miles west-northwest of Lexington, NE (from Lexington, NE: bearing 294°T), and is situated 34.3 miles west-northwest of Gothenburg. The South Platte River carves a slow, shallow path through the earth nearby, serving as a vital thread in the regional landscape. Beyond the town limits, the terrain transitions into the subtle, quiet rise of the prairie, while the distant, shadowed silhouette of Garfield Table remains a constant presence against the evening sky. Residents often find respite at Centennial Park, which provides a green anchor for the community amidst the surrounding shortgrass plains. On warmer days, the waters of Lake Maloney offer a reflective stillness that mirrors the quiet, deliberate pace of life in this part of the state.
North Platte emerged from the necessity of the frontier, anchoring its identity to the rhythms of the railroad and the vast, productive cattle country that defines the regional economy. The arrival of the iron rail transformed the plains, fueling a legacy of commerce and logistics that continues to pulse through the local industry today. Freight trains serve as the persistent, rhythmic heartbeat of the economy, echoing the industrious spirit of those who first broke the sod of these expansive lands. Agriculture remains the quiet bedrock of the region, where the labor of the seasons dictates the cycle of the calendar. This endurance of purpose provides a steady, grounded stability, reflecting a history built on hard work and the persistent cultivation of the soil.
Cultural life in North Platte finds its most enduring expression in the legend of William "Buffalo Bill" Cody, whose influence remains a tangible part of the local heritage. Visitors often trace his history along the Buffalo Bill Trail, a reminder of the frontier figures who helped shape the American imagination. The town retains a distinct character, marked by a sturdy, unpretentious architecture that stands resilient against the wide-open prairie winds. Community gatherings often center on the local fairgrounds or public spaces, where the spirit of the plains is celebrated with an honest, straightforward hospitality. North Platte maintains a quiet integrity, favoring the substance of daily life over the clamor of more crowded regions, and fostering a sense of place that is both enduring and sincere.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- AMC Classic North Platte 6 (Cinema) — 0.3 mi, 079° E
- Centennial Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 227° SW
- Fort Cody Trading Post (Attraction) — 0.7 mi, 169° S
- Wilderness Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 253° W
- Neville Center for the Performing Arts (Arts Centre) — 1.0 mi, 017° N
- Cody Park Railroad Museum (Museum) — 1.8 mi, 022° N
- Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 2.7 mi, 347° N
- Buffalo Bill Ranch State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 2.8 mi, 344° N
- Birdwood Lake Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 3.4 mi, 261° W
- Platte Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 5.4 mi, 104° E
- Cedar Canyon State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 10.9 mi, 129° SE
- Memorial Fire Hydrant (Monument) — 13.0 mi, 104° E
- Fort McPherson and North Platte Historical Marker (Attraction) — 16.7 mi, 111° E
- Great Platte River Road Historical Marker (Attraction) — 16.9 mi, 274° W
- Crossing the Overland Trail Historical Marker (Attraction) — 17.3 mi, 274° W
- Fort Brady Museum (Museum) — 21.9 mi, 109° E
- TEXACO Oil (Monument) — 22.0 mi, 109° E
- Pony Express Station Museum (Museum) — 34.2 mi, 112° E
- Wyoming Rainbow (Public Artwork) — 34.2 mi, 113° SE
- Sod House Museum (Museum) — 34.3 mi, 114° SE
- Alkali Station historical marker (Monument) — 39.2 mi, 271° W
- One Hundredth Meridian Museum (Museum) — 44.6 mi, 114° SE
- Nebraska National Forest (National Forest) — 47.2 mi, 017° N · 141k acres
- Cliff Church (Historic Ruins) — 47.8 mi, 060° NE
- Petrified Wood Art Gallery (Gallery) — 49.4 mi, 270° W
- Lariat Auditorium (Theatre) — 64.9 mi, 347° N
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About This North Platte Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of North Platte, Nebraska. Coordinates: 41.123887, -100.765423. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for North Platte includes the ZIP code (69101, 69103), telephone area code (308), county seat of Lincoln County (North Platte), and school district assignment (North Platte Public Schools).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
