Bob Kerrey Bridge: Nebraska–Iowa bicycle return
Nebraska, Iowa · Greenway
Walk through the plaza, then follow the main bridge ramp over the Missouri River to the Iowa landing and return the same way. Remain on the original bridge rather than extending into city streets or the new Baby Bob branch.
Plan your ride
- Location
- Omaha · Nebraska, Iowa
- Ride length
- About 1.1 miles
- Ride format
- Out and back
- Surface
- Hard-surface pedestrian and bicycle bridge
- Road crossings
- Walk through the plaza, then follow the main bridge ramp over the Missouri River to the Iowa landing and return the same way. Remain on the original bridge rather than extending into city streets or the new Baby Bob branch.
- Elevation
- Bridge ramps climb above the river; dismount for grades, wind or crowds.
- Starting location
- Omaha Plaza at Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, 705 Riverfront Drive, Omaha, NE
Published selected route/loop distance; return journeys doubled where stated. Entrance walks are additional and unmeasured.
Bob Kerrey Bridge reference; approximate planning point, not a surveyed entrance or parking stall.
Bob Kerrey Bridge: Nebraska–Iowa bicycle return — detailed guide
Source review: 2026-10-21. A dated source review does not guarantee current-day conditions.
Walk through the plaza, then follow the main bridge ramp over the Missouri River to the Iowa landing and return the same way. Remain on the original bridge rather than extending into city streets or the new Baby Bob branch.
Start and parking approach
Start: Omaha Plaza at Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, 705 Riverfront Drive, Omaha, NE
Use only open designated public visitor parking. Walk through parking aisles and the final access connection; never use private lots without permission. If no lawful open arrival is available, postpone or arrive by transit/foot.
Distance and route
Selected ride: About 1.1 miles. Format: Out and back.
Published selected route/loop distance; return journeys doubled where stated. Entrance walks are additional and unmeasured.
Walk through the plaza, then follow the main bridge ramp over the Missouri River to the Iowa landing and return the same way. Remain on the original bridge rather than extending into city streets or the new Baby Bob branch.
Surface and effort
Surface: Hard-surface pedestrian and bicycle bridge. Bridge ramps climb above the river; dismount for grades, wind or crowds. No surveyed maximum slope or accessibility certification is supplied.
Crossings and shared use
Yield to pedestrians, use the signed bicycle/shared-use route, slow at crossings and blind bends, and walk uncomfortable ramps. Authorized maintenance or emergency vehicles may appear. The written route defines the separated portion; nearby roads and unmarked walking or technical trails are excluded. Check current device rules before bringing an e-bike.
Hours, costs and access
Choose daylight and follow current posted park, trail and parking hours. Seasonal facilities and temporary closures can differ. Ordinary access fees were not established in this pass. Obey posted entry and parking terms; rentals, events and other services are separate.
Reviewed October 21, 2026. NPS describes the bridge round trip as 1.1 miles. Follow bicycle signs and pedestrian priority. Arrange designated public parking under current posted terms; this is a bridge return, not 150 miles of connected trail. This is source-based planning, not a field inspection or a guarantee of present-day conditions. Stop at closures; do not improvise a traffic-road bypass.
Map location
The marker is a labeled planning reference, not a surveyed parking space, bicycle entrance or navigable route line. Use the written start and current on-site signs for the final approach.