Vacations, Attractions, Activities, Hotels and Resorts at Platte River State Park

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Facts about Platte River State Park:

Overview of Platte River State Park - Facts, Trivia, and Historical Information : Platte River State Park is an innovative area where the Commission has implemented some intriguing concepts in park lodging management and design This up-to-the-minute facility offers a wide range of activities and lodging choices while keeping costs to a minimum The park sits about halfway between the states two largest cities of Omaha and Lincoln The 418-acre park merged what were once three separate areas Harriet Harding Campfire Girls Camp Camp Esther K Newman and a 104-acre wooded area

Services, Activities, Amenities, Attractions in Platte River State Park: Activities range from swimming at the supervised pool to guided horseback trail rides through the timbered hills. Sights to see include the quaint Red Barn (converted to a group camp) and a charming little waterfall. If you're watchful, you might even spot a flock of wild turkeys as they wander past your cabin. Those who like to rise with the sun should indulge in a hike through the picturesque woodlands. Recreational equipment is available at Owen Landing, where you can rent a paddleboat to chu

Contact Information:
Address:Platte River SP, 14421 346th St. Louisville, NE 68037-3001
Phone No:(402) 234-2217

Hotels Close to Platte River State Park

  • Hampton Inn Ste Omaha La Vista (14 miles - starting at $70)
  • Hy Test Hotel (14 miles - starting at $150)
  • Value Place Omaha Southwest (15 miles - starting at $27)
  • Hampton Inn Bellevue (16 miles - starting at $70)
  • La Quinta Inn Omaha Southwest (16 miles - starting at $71)
  • Comfort Inn Southwest (17 miles - starting at $79)
  • Hilton Garden Inn Omaha West (18 miles - starting at $89)
  • Homewood Suites Omaha Ne (19 miles - starting at $79)
  • Attractions Near Platte River State Park

    Lakes

    Willow Creek State Recreation Area (107 miles)
    Atchison State Fishing Lake (108 miles)
    Lake Red Rock (166 miles)
    Red Willow Reservoir State Recreation Area (213 miles)
    Lake Thompson (236 miles)

    National Parks

    Homestead National Monument (58 miles)
    Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad (137 miles)
    Pipestone National Monument (208 miles)
    Amana Colonies (232 miles)
    Herbert Hoover National Historic Site (257 miles)

    River

    Elkhorn River (153 miles)
    The Boone River (189 miles)
    Smoky Hill River (207 miles)
    Dismal River (217 miles)
    James River (272 miles)

    State Parks

    Platte River State Park (0 miles)
    Waubonsie State Park (35 miles)
    Fort Kearney State Historical Park and Recreational Area (151 miles)
    Beaver Creek Valley (180 miles)
    Mushroom Rock State Park (183 miles)
    For more Information about Platte River State Park Kindly visit the official website:http://www.ngpc.state.ne.us/parks/guides/parksearch/showpark.asp?Area_No=224

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