About Kimball County

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Our Economy

Kimball is more than just the rural standard when it comes to economic growth. Working in Kimball also brings the best aspects of living in a small town; zero commute, low cost of living, plus a warm sense of community and high civic engagement. Folks here make the time to engage resources and community connections that truly make them happy!


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Our History

Kimball was established about 1870 by the Union Pacific Railroad, a little settlement of adobe shacks to house the workers, and a water supply for the steam powered locomotives and residents of the area. Because of the prevalence of antelope, the town was known as Antelopeville.


As Kimball completes its first century, the population hovers at 3,000. Now schools operate with smaller classes, merchants emphasize “home-town-loyalty” and boosterism. Oil activity continues quietly, air force vehicles drive daily through the city streets, and people await the impact of the 25% of Kimball County farmland entered in the Conservation Reserve Program. The “Western Nebraska Observer” continues to observe, inform, and chronicle the history of Kimball and its environs.


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High Expectations

Our area is rich in ammenities near by. Oliver Reservoir provides ample outdoor recreation. Four Winds Golf Course is championship course designed for the individual golfer. Panorama Point is in the extreme southwest corner of the county, 33 miles from Kimball, rises the highest point in Nebraska. Panorama Point, 5,424 feet above sea level, looks more like a rise in a pasture than the highest point in the State; however, this site is higher than the highest point in 30 other states.



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In the extreme southwest corner of the county, 33 miles from Kimball, rises the highest point in Nebraska. Panorama Point, 5,424 feet above sea level, looks more like a rise in a pasture than the highest point in the State; however, this site is higher than the highest point in 30 other states.


Q: What are your hours?

A: Winter hours Monday - Saturday 10 am - 4 pm; Summer hours TBD


Q: Is the Kimball or the Visitor Center the High Point?

A: No, the High Point is southwest of Kimball near the Tri State Marker


 Q: How do we get to the High Point?

A: See map


 Q: What is there to do in/around Kimball?

A: Check out our website: www.visitkimball.com or www.westnebraska.com for all of Western Nebraska.


 Q: Is truck parking available overnight?

A: Yes


CLICK HERE for a map of Panorama Point!


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The Highpoint of Nebraska!

Kimball is set in the midst of rural Western Nebraska, in the scenic Lodgepole Valley. Kimball is the High Point of Nebraska.  Not only our elevation and nearby Panorama Point show us as High Point, but Kimball can be the “High Point” of your visit, your stay and your day… Kimball, your Destination High Point!

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You are not just a patient, you are family.

One of the fastest growing critical access hospitals in the area, we proudly offer the same services as larger facilities, but with the personalized touch you deserve. Our compassionate and caring staff take the time to address your entire family's healthcare needs right here at home.


Whether you see us at the Kimball Health Services hospital or clinic, or at the Pine Bluffs Health Clinic, you matter to us!


You're not just a patient to us. You're family!

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