Not every town can trace its name back to a discovery made in a canyon, but Broken Bow absolutely can. Significant renovation work has refreshed the historic city square, updating streets, sidewalks, and utilities while preserving the area’s original character. The broader Custer County area offers additional angling opportunities in nearby lakes and streams that reward patience and early mornings. Median home values in Broken Bow sit well below national averages, making ownership a realistic goal rather than a distant dream. Broken Bow is not trying to be something it is not, and that honesty is deeply appealing.