Grand Island is a drift hunters great place to start since it has the greatest sandhill crane migration in the world every spring. The Sandhills Journey Scenic Byway Visitor Center is located near Broken Bow, which may be reached by State Highway 2. Visitors looking to quench their thirst near the entrance to the Sandhills may do so at Kinkaider Brewing Company, which also has a restaurant.

After imbibing moderately (appoint a sober driver in advance), keep going south on Highway 2 until you reach Anselmo, where you'll make a little diversion to Victoria Springs State Recreation Area and its famous thermal springs. One of the oldest state recreation facilities in Nebraska, visitors may enjoy paddleboarding, fishing, and picnicking here. The park's log cabins are a great place to stay during the summer months, and they may be rented up to a year in advance. If you decide to stay the night, be sure to gaze at the stars unobscured by city lights.

Finish your trip to Carhenge, an auto recycling yard turned Stonehenge replica in England. Bonus: Chimney Rock National Historic Site near Bayard, less than an hour beyond Alliance, is a great option for anyone interested in experiencing the Oregon Trail firsthand.

Travel time between Anselmo and Alliance is the longest portion of this route, clocking in at about six hours. This journey may be spread out over two, three, or even four days if you want to enjoy the Sandhills and Victoria Springs at your own pace.