Meet Bob, A Pedestrian Bridge Linking Omaha and Council Bluffs

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Key Takeaways

  • The Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge spans 3,000 feet, connecting Omaha, Nebraska, and Council Bluffs, Iowa.
  • This bridge links two states and features numerous walking and biking trails with parks on either side.
  • On a visit, the author discovered a sculpture by Tom Friedman at the River’s Edge Pavilion in Council Bluffs.
  • The bridge offers a great outdoor experience and is ideal for a pleasant day in the area.
  • For dining and accommodation, the article suggests local options in Omaha.
  • A sign at the entrance to the Bob Pedestrian Bridge explaining it's name 'Bob".
  • Looknig up at the bottom of the curved pedesrtian bridge.
  • A view looking up at the pedestrian bridge from under it at an angle seeing the posts and suspension wires.

About The Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge

This pedestrian bridge, officially named the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, spans 3,000 feet across the Missouri River, linking Omaha, Nebraska, and Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Bob is the first pedestrian bridge to span two states! It was a joint project between Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Omaha, Nebraska, officially opening in September 2008.

The bridge connects to many walking and biking trails, with parks located on either side in each state.

  • A view while walking on the bridge with the posts and suspension cables and the gorgeous blue sky.
  • Looking down to the Missouri River from the Bob Pedestrian Bridge.
  • The state dividing line on the pedestrian bridge marked by the words Nebraska, a line, and then Iowa.

The Tale

I’ve been to this pedestrian bridge more times than I can count, just hanging out under it on the Omaha side by the water for a chill moment. But this time was different. I decided to walk all the way across instead of just going halfway and turning back. I needed the steps, it was a gorgeous day, and honestly, I was curious about what was on the other side!

The other Side

I came across this sculpture called “Looking Up” by Tom Friedman at the River’s Edge Pavilion in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Oddly, he was familiar to me. We have a similar sculpture in St. Louis. Additionally, I learned that Tom Friedman was born in St. Louis (my hometown!)

  • A side view of the "Looking Up" sculpture in Council Bluffs, with the sun behind him.
  • "Looking Up" sculpture on the other side of the Bob Pedestrian Bridge. A full image view.
  • A full image view from the side of "Looking Up" a sculpture in Council Bluffs, on the other side of the Bob Pedestrian Bridge.

Two states in just 3,000 feet.

If you find yourself in Omaha or Council Bluffs on a pleasant day and are looking for something to do, experiencing this pedestrian bridge is a great way to spend the day.

Looking for more to do? Check out Things to do in Omaha.

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