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Cotesfield rests on a broad, gently rolling expanse of Nebraska prairie, where the sky seems to stretch infinitely in every direction. It lies 33.5 miles north-north-west of Grand Island, NE (from Grand Island, NE: bearing 333°T), and is situated 13.4 miles north-west of St. Paul. The land here is a study in subtle transitions, from the tawny golds of sun-baked grasses in late summer to the deep, bruised purples that paint the horizon as twilight descends. The air, when the wind sighs across the fields, carries the dry, earthy scent of cultivated soil and the faintest whisper of distant thunderstorms. A scattering of cottonwood trees, their leaves a vibrant emerald in the spring and a soft, dusty green by August, punctuate the landscape, offering a rare, welcome shade. The character of Cotesfield is one of quiet endurance, a place shaped by the patient hand of nature and the unwavering spirit of those who call it home. The history of Cotesfield is intertwined with the westward expansion and the relentless pursuit of agricultural prosperity. Early settlers, drawn by the fertile soil and the promise of a fresh start, established a community that has since become deeply rooted in the land. The local economy, like so many in this part of the country, relies heavily on the bounty of the earth, with farming and ranching forming the backbone of its sustenance. Grain elevators, like silent sentinels, stand testament to the generations of hard work and dedication that have transformed this prairie into a breadbasket. While grand landmarks may be few, the true character of Cotesfield lies in its unassuming beauty and the enduring strength of its people, a quiet testament to the enduring spirit of the American heartland.
| Location | Cotesfield, Howard County, Nebraska |
| Coordinates | 41.357234°N, 98.632576°W |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 68835 |
| Area Code | 308 |
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |