Smith Falls is named for Frederic Smith, who filed the first homestead patent on the land that encompasses the falls. The site became a state park in 1992.
Merritt Reservoir October 5th 2023 We enjoyed a lovely site at this campground at Merritt Reservoir. While here we went to Smith Falls and crossed the pedestrian bridge over the Niobrara River part of the Cowboy Trail. Who doesn't love a waterfall? The nearby town of Valentine is where we stopped for lunch at the Peppermill Restaurant & Lounge for delicious burgers. We enjoyed sitting by the water at the back of our campsite. This ... read more
North America » United States » Nebraska » Valentine Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more
We are native Ohioans. We retired in 2022, sold our home, and bought a motorhome that we live and travel in full time. Milo, our 2009 Tiffin Phaeton 36 QSH and Mazie, our 2020 Jeep Wrangler Willys help us meander the US looking for adventure and meeting people along the way. ... full info