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Scenic Running Trails in Nebraska
Nebraska has 56 trails with scenic views in this directory, across 18 cities and towns — Omaha, Lincoln, Kearney, Norfolk and 14 more. Waterfronts, overlooks and river loops: the trails that get you out of the door.
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Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge.
4.8 ★★★★★ 5,106 reviews
Open to pedestrians & cyclists, this modern bridge crosses the Missouri River & connects 2 states.
Platte River State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,271 reviews
Protected forestland offering outdoor activities plus seasonal accommodations in cabins and tepees.
Holmes Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,242 reviews
Lakeside park comprising open space & walking paths, plus a public golf course & an observatory.
Pioneers Park Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,171 reviews
Prairie, forest & wetlands covering 668 acres for environmental education & animal preservation.
Chalco Hills Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,132 reviews
An ecological education center, a lake for fishing & boating, plus trails for hikers & joggers.
Lewis & Clark Landing at The RiverFront
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,558 reviews
Large riverfront plaza featuring Lewis & Clark exhibits plus a trail & marina.
Fontenelle Forest
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,482 reviews
Natural area's hub with a museum, raptor rehabilitation, kids’ classes & indoor playground.
Standing Bear Lake
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,526 reviews
Huge park with walking trails & a large lake for boating & fishing, plus ice-skating in wintertime.
Yanney Heritage Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,274 reviews
This large recreation area offers a lake with boat rentals, trails, a lookout tower & play areas.
OPPD Arboretum
4.7 ★★★★★ 886 reviews
Park with trails, gazebo, waterfall, and labeled trees, plus power-line education.
Zorinsky Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 802 reviews
Lake park featuring fishing, a playground, athletic fields, a picnic area, shelters & more.
Mahoney Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 790 reviews
77-acre green space featuring a golf course, sports courts & fields, a playground & hiking trails.
Ta-Ha-Zouka Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 803 reviews
Park offering facilities for softball, sand volleyball, horseshoes & disc golf, plus a playground.
Harmon Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 725 reviews
Gathering spot for community events with sports facilities, a pool, fountain & inclusive playground.
City of Norfolk
4.7 ★★★★★ 715 reviews
Fishing & non-motorized boating are allowed on the lake in this massive park, dedicated in 1971.
Stolley Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 728 reviews
Relaxed outdoor space offering playgrounds and a train ride, plus disc golf.
Holmes Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 700 reviews
Lakefront park featuring walking and bike trails, beach volleyball and fishing spots.
Cottonmill Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 649 reviews
Relaxed picnic spot with a swimming lake, a disc golf course and animal barns: kids and dogs welcome.
Hummel Park Nature Center
4.5 ★★★★★ 529 reviews
This small park has an indoor event facility & hosts nature classes & summer day camps for children.
Heartwell Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 478 reviews
Park with a playground, picnic tables, fishing, and a walking trail, plus a public restroom.
Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 445 reviews
Hiking trails, a visitor center, picnic tables, and shooting range are offered at this park with bird-watching opportunities.
Cimarron Splash Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 417 reviews
Neighborhood hangout with playgrounds, a kiddie pool and a splash zone.
Heron Haven Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 393 reviews
Wildlife reserve featuring boardwalks and a butterfly garden.
Crystal Cove Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 394 reviews
This 60-acre park features a lake, biking & hiking trails, an 18-hole disc-golf course & more.
Riverside Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 384 reviews
Large park featuring walking trails, a playground, a campground and a small zoo.
Stransky Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 364 reviews
Neighborhood, gated park known for its waterfalls and summer concert series held every Thursday.
Neale Woods Nature Reserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 292 reviews
Calm outdoor area featuring marked, hilly trails and sweeping views of the surrounding area and the Missouri River.
Wilderness Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 267 reviews
Vast nature-filled park, featuring scenic trails for hiking, bicycling and horse riding.
Brickyard Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 270 reviews
Spacious park with sledding hills and a playground for kids, plus walking trails and picnic tables.
Walnut Creek Leash Free Dog Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 265 reviews
Locally popular fenced-in park featuring a pond and a lake where dogs can swim, plus trails for walking your pup.
20th Century Veterans Memorial
4.9 ★★★★★ 228 reviews
Lakeside park honoring US veterans with a caboose and playground.
Mandan Park
3.8 ★★★★☆ 264 reviews
Park with trails for mountain biking and walking, picnic areas, and a playground.
Prairie Queen Recreation Area (Southeast Entrance)
4.6 ★★★★★ 163 reviews
Park with a picnic area, walking trail, and opportunities for fishing and bird watching.
Union Plaza
4.4 ★★★★☆ 164 reviews
Park with a picnic area and fountain, plus art pieces, a playground and music.
Zorinsky Lake Trail - North Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 142 reviews
Park offering walking, biking, picnicking, fishing, and beach access, plus seasonal bathrooms.
Pacific Meadows Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 122 reviews
Public park with tennis courts and picnic tables, plus a playground and walking trail.
Jamaica North Trailhead South
4.8 ★★★★★ 110 reviews
Relaxed hiking and biking trail set along a former railroad line, with bridges, shelters and picnic tables.
Frank Shoemaker Marsh
4.6 ★★★★★ 108 reviews
Wildlife refuge featuring kid-friendly hiking trails, a peaceful atmosphere, and scenic views.
Luther Hormel Memorial Park (City of Fremont)
4.2 ★★★★☆ 116 reviews
Riverside park featuring paved trails for biking and hiking, plus river access.
Pawnee Park Sertomaland East
4.4 ★★★★☆ 104 reviews
Clean area, with a fishing pond and a disc golf course in addition to 2 playgrounds.
Johnson Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 88 reviews
Park with a walking path and a playground, plus picnic tables and a shaded area.
Blackhawk Park East Entrance
4.7 ★★★★★ 76 reviews
Well-kept park with benches, beautiful trails and playgrounds, plus picnic tables.
Castner's Crossing
4.5 ★★★★★ 47 reviews
Park offering fishing and kid-friendly hiking trails.
Fontenelle Forest Wetlands | Formerly Gilbert M. and Martha H. Hitchcock Learning Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 11 reviews
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