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About Hay Springs, NE

Hay Springs is a small ranching town in Nebraska's Panhandle, accessible via US Highway 20. The route connects to Chadron (30 miles west) and Gordon (40 miles east), with longer trips requiring connections to US 385. The area experiences typical Great Plains weather with cold winters and hot summers. The town's water tower features a unique cowboy boot design that's visible for miles across the prairie.

Where is Hay Springs, NE on the map?

Hay Springs, NE is in United States, at 42.683, -102.690 - about 20 km west of Rushville, NE.

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What is the closest airport to Hay Springs, NE?

The closest airport to Hay Springs, NE is Chadron Municipal Airport, 41 km (about 36 min by car). Other airports nearby: Alliance Municipal Airport.

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