Nebraska Highway 4
Nebraska Highway 4 Corridor
Southern plains, quiet towns, and courthouse squares.
From near Atlanta to Dawson, Highway 4 traces Nebraska’s southern tier—linking grain elevators, historic main streets, and contributor-ready storefronts. It’s a peaceful alternative to Highway 6 and 136, ideal for travelers seeking heritage and small-town hospitality.
Plan Your Journey
- Use the site directory to find places to eat, stay, and explore
- Visit each county module for town-by-town travel guides
- Share your own listings, updates, or memories via the contributor page
Highway 4 Corridor Index
Highway 4 Corridor Index
Furnas | Harlan | Franklin | Webster | Nuckolls | Thayer | Jefferson | Gage
Furnas County
Atlanta anchors Highway 4 in Furnas County, where the route begins its quiet journey across Nebraska’s southern tier. This stretch offers grain elevators, open plains, and a slower rhythm ideal for small-town travelers.
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Harlan County
Alma anchors Highway 4 in Harlan County, where the route skirts Harlan Reservoir and threads through quiet farmland. This stretch blends recreation and rural charm — ideal for travelers seeking lakeside views and small-town hospitality.
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Franklin County
Franklin anchors Highway 4 in Franklin County, where the route threads through historic storefronts and quiet farmland. This stretch offers a glimpse into Nebraska’s southern backbone — modest, welcoming, and contributor-ready.
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Webster County
Red Cloud anchors Highway 4 in Webster County, where the route passes through literary heritage and prairie quiet. This stretch honors Willa Cather’s legacy while inviting travelers to explore historic homes and small-town charm.
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Nuckolls County
Nelson anchors Highway 4 in Nuckolls County, where the route crosses quiet farmland and threads through modest main streets. This stretch reflects the southern tier’s steady pulse — practical, peaceful, and full of potential.
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Thayer County
Hebron anchors Highway 4 in Thayer County, where the route crosses tree-lined streets and quiet farmland. This stretch blends historic charm with southern-tier hospitality — ideal for travelers seeking peaceful stops and contributor-ready storefronts.
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Jefferson County
Fairbury anchors Highway 4 in Jefferson County, where the route crosses brick streets, historic buildings, and contributor-ready storefronts. This stretch blends architectural charm with southern-tier hospitality — ideal for travelers seeking depth and discovery.
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Gage County
Dunsin anchors Highway 4 in Gage County, where the route completes its southern-tier journey with quiet neighborhoods and contributor-ready storefronts. This final stretch offers a peaceful close to the corridor — ideal for travelers seeking small-town hospitality and scenic simplicity.
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