Parks Near Omaha, Nebraska
Gateway to the Great Plains and Missouri River valley, Omaha offers unique prairie parks and access to the scenic Loess Hills.
Popular Parks Near Omaha
Ponca State Park
90 miles from Omaha
4.5
State Park
Highlights:
- Missouri River bluffs
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
Fontenelle Forest
10 miles from Omaha
4.4
Nature Center
Highlights:
- Forest trails
- Raptor recovery
- Boardwalks
Indian Cave State Park
55 miles from Omaha
4.6
State Park
Highlights:
- Native petroglyphs
- River views
- Fall colors
Popular Activities
- Hiking
- Birdwatching
- River activities
- Camping
- History
Best Times to Visit
- Fall for colors
- Spring (April-May)
- Summer for river activities
Driving Tips
- Loess Hills roads are scenic but winding
- Missouri River flooding can affect parks
- Ponca is worth the longer drive
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