Platte River State Park

Platte River State Park

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Location: Halfway between Lincoln and Omaha, about 2.5 miles south of Louisville.
Facilities: 31 camper cabins, 21 housekeeping cabins, tepee rentals, modern restrooms, showers, group camp, restaurant, snack bar, picnic areas, hiking trails (10 miles), mountain bike trails (10 miles), fishing dock (é), swimming pool, paddleboat rentals, crafts center, amphitheater, archery range, observation deck; golf course nearby.
Activities: Swimming, hiking, horseback trail rides, mountain biking, campfire programs.
Special Features: Situated along the Platte River, park was formed by merging the sites of two private summer camps and a large wooded area. An 85-foot tower at the park includes a large observation deck that affords scenic views of the Platte Valley. Park management is aimed at providing excellent facilities for family recreation activities while keeping costs to a minimum.
Address: 14421 346th St
Louisville, NE 68037
Phone: 402-234-2217;
Web: www.ngpc.state.ne.us/parks/guides/parksearch/findpark.asp
Size: 519 acres.

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