Platte River State Park

Scenic park in the woodlands of the Platte River Valley. Enjoy the spectacular vistas from atop the Lincoln Journal Tower. Buffalo specialty items are on the menu at the lodge which operates daily Memorial Day-Labor Day; weekends only from Sept.-Oct. Cabins and tepees operate May-Oct., and some are available year-round. Grounds are also open for day use year-round, but no camping available. Handicapped Accessible.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Park entry permit required.
Hours
Park office is open 8am-5 pm weekdays during off season, daily during recreation season.
Address
1 1/2 miles south of I-80 on Nebr. 50, 2 miles west on Spur 13E.
Phone
(402) 234-2217
Map
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