Picnic Spots Near Me in Cortland, ne
Olive Creek State Recreation Area
West Olive Creek Road and SW 86th Street, Hallam, NE
Olive Creek State Recreation Area has 612 acres of land and water available to outdoor recreation enthusiasts. Although small, the 175-acre lake supports a variety of fish species. Other... Read More
Bluestem State Recreation Area
3 W of Sprague, Martell, NE
This 742-acre area has great spots for picnicking and camping, as well as a lake, making it a perfect place for a close-to-home getaway. Anglers especially enjoy Bluestem, which has a 325-acre... Read More
Wagon Train State Recreation Area
Hickman Road, Lincoln, NE
Wagon Train State Recreation Area comprises 746 acres of land and a 315-acre lake two miles east of Hickman. The area offers boating, fishing, picnicking and a swimming... Read More
Wilderness Park
4700-4798 S 1st St, Lincoln, NE
At 1,472 acres, Wilderness Park, located in southwest Lincoln, is the City’s largest park. As its name implies, the park is a natural area that straddles the Salt Creek floodplain and stretches... Read More
Conestoga State Recreation Area
3800 NW 105th, Denton, NE
Conestoga is a 230-acre reservoir surrounded by 486 acres of land. The area offers power boating, picnicking, hiking and biking trails, camping and fishing. Located just two miles north of... Read More
Woods Park
401 S 33rd Street, Lincoln, NE
As a part of AARP's 60th Anniversary, AARP launched an ambitious effort in 2019 to create 53 fitness parks – one each in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin... Read More
Rockford State Recreation Area
S 108th road, Beatrice, NE
Rockford State Recreation Area consists of approximately 300 land acres around a 150-acre lake. The area offers boating, fishing, picnicking, swimming and... Read More
Pawnee State Recreation Area
3900 NorthWest 105th, Lincoln, NE
Pawnee State Recreation Area features 2,544 acres, 740 of which are water acres. Diverse recreation opportunities on this area draw anglers, boaters, hikers, hunters, shutterbugs and anyone... Read More
Blue River State Recreation Area
NE-76B (Washington Ave), Milford, NE
Blue River State Recreation area is a day-use only area that provides walk-in pedestrian river access for anglers. Common carp, channel catfish and flathead catfish are among the species... Read More
Branched Oak State Recreation Area
12000 W. Branched Oak Rd, Raymond, NE
Branched Oak State Recreation Area features the largest lake in eastern Nebraska and has long been a popular spot for fishing, boating and camping. Approximately 1,800 acres of water, along... Read More
Alexandria State Recreation Area
57426 710th Rd, Fairbury, NE
Alexandria is a peaceful, scenic recreation area encompassing 55 acres of land with two lakes totalling 46 acres of water. The area is fairly level with mature trees for shade and offers... Read More
Schramm Park State Recreation Area
15810 Hwy 50, Louisville, NE
Visitors refer to Schramm Park State Recreation Area as a hidden gem nestled among the rolling hills of the Platte River valley. The historic site of the state’s first fish hatchery boasts... Read More
Louisville State Recreation Area
15810 Hwy. 50, Louisville, NE
Encompassing 192 acres, Louisville State Recreation Area boasts five sandpit lakes with approximately 50 surface acres of water. Surrounded by towering cottonwood trees, this inviting area... Read More
Two Rivers State Recreation Area
27702 F Street, Waterloo, NE
One of the most popular recreation areas in the state, Two Rivers is a great spot for fishing, camping, swimming and picnicking west of Omaha in Eastern Nebraska. Perhaps the most unique draw... Read More
Arbor Lodge State Historical Park
2600 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE
This beautiful estate in Nebraska City was home to J. Sterling Morton, founder of Arbor Day. From its beginning in 1855 as a four-room frame house, the magnificent mansion grew to 52 rooms... Read More
Riverview Marina State Recreation Area
Riverview Marina State Recreation Area is a 47-acre site adjacent to the Missouri River that offers electrical and primitive campsites with a shower house. The area offers camping, fishing and... Read More
Indian Cave State Park
65296 720 Rd, Shubert, NE
Named for the large sandstone cave within the park, Indian Cave State Park encompasses 3,052 rugged acres bordering the mighty Missouri River. The park is well known for its beautiful camping... Read More
Dead Timber State Recreation Area
227 County Road 12 Blvd, Scribner, NE
Located north of Scribner on Highway 275, Dead Timber is a 200-acre area with opportunities for camping, fishing and non-powered boating. The area offers offers peaceful seclusion for an... Read More
