Best places: Historical landmarks in Council Bluffs, United States

Sweeping overlook & monument commemorating the expedition's meeting with Oto and Missouria Indians.

👍👍 An interesting story of Mormon history that few know about. After the death of the founder, Joseph Smith, there was no prophet-leader for many years. Brigham Young led the church west as the leader of the 12 Apostles. As the Saints wintered at Council Bluffs, Young had a vision that it was time to...

👍👍 Beautiful area. I always enjoy walking my dog there!

👍👍 Kirn Park is the former site of Council Bluffs High School which stood at this location from 1875 till 1908. In later years it became Kirn Field where junior and senior high school sports events were held. Today, various sports events are still held in what's now known as Kirn Park. Plus, there's ch...

👍 One of the few upscale areas of downtown Omaha. It's a very enjoyable place for lunch time walk or to grab a bite to eat from one of the area restaurants. A friend is going to fly his drone through the 10 foot wide gap between these tall skyscapers. Check my YouTube channel to view the video.

👍👍 This park is set on a hill overlooking Council Bluff, Iowa.

Tall golden spike built in 1939 to celebrate the Union Pacific & Central Pacific rail line junction.

😐 This building was an integral part of my youth. The architecture is beautiful.

👍👍 Nice place to come down to and see one historical part of Omaha. There is a parking lot right by the South Omaha trail that you can park in to the right of the silos. The entrance is extremely bumpy though so be careful in a car. There are some cool murals at the base of the silos that make for a go...