This 14.8 mile water route on the Niobrara River runs from Valentine downstream to Spark. The channel passes Minnechaduza Creek, Berry Falls, and Fort Falls before reaching the take-out.
The Valentine to Spark trail is a 23.83-kilometer route along Nebraska's scenic Niobrara River, starting at Berry Bridge Road with an elevation of 721 meters. This waterway trail offers pristine views of the Great Plains ecosystem, featuring diverse wildlife habitats, sandbar formations, and scenic river bends that make it popular for both paddling enthusiasts and nature photographers.