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Scotts Bluff Located 3 miles west of Gering, near the North Platte River. Near the top of this bluff are caves that were used by travelers through this area in the early 1800's. Many artifacts have been found here. Could their be dropped or buried coins? Centoria Ruins Located on the south shore of the Platte River, opposite Kearney. Still visible are a few ruins from this old town. In the past, treasure hunters have located relics and coins here. Devils Nest Located on the Missouri River, approximately five miles north of Linky. This stretch of land was used as a hideout for outlaws in the early 1800's. Reports of buried treasures here have been circulating. Mud Springs Located one mile north of Broadwater, on the northside of the North Platte River. A wealthy gambler buried $20,000 in gold coins near Mud Springs. Mullen Located on cty rte, 2 in Hooker cty. There is a story of cattle thieves burying approximately $25,000 in gold coins near Mullen. Senaca Located on cty rte. 2 in Thomas cty. A miner from California was wounded in an attack by outlaws near Senaca. After his escape from the ordeal he buried $70,000 in gold coins and bullion somewhere on the bank of Middle Loup River, approximately 2 miles east of Senaca. The miner died from his wounds, never revealing where he buried the treasure. Sidney Located on State rte 30, in Cheyenne Cty. In 1867, outlaws robbed the Treasure Express Stagecoach of 400 pounds of gold nuggets. They buried the gold on the south shore of the Lodgepole River, approximately 2 miles east of Sidney. Shortly thereafter, they were caught and hanged. The outlaws never told exactly where they buried the gold. However, some empty bags and two chests were found near the area.
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