The Oregon Trail is the historic route used by pioneers of the old west. This website guides you through Jefferson County, Nebraska, the heart of the Oregon Trail.   Some of what you will find here includes: 
  • The history of Jefferson County, Nebraska and the impact the settlers made here as they arrived by the Oregon/Overland Trail. 
  • The beginning of the bloody career of Wild Bill Hickok at Rock Creek Station stage and pony express stop.