Pawnee State Recreation Area

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3800 NW 105th St
Lincoln, NE 68524
+1 (402) 796-2662
http://outdoornebraska.ne.gov

Pawnee State Recreation Area in Lincoln, NE is a sprawling outdoor haven, spanning 2,544 acres with 740 acres of water. This diverse recreational destination attracts outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds, from anglers and boaters to hikers and hunters, offering a wide range of activities and amenities.

Visitors can enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, picnicking, and even swimming at the two designated beaches. The area features a shotgun-only shooting range, equestrian trails, and a variety of camping options, including electric and non-electric campsites. With its close proximity to Lincoln, Pawnee State Recreation Area is a popular day-use spot, providing a perfect escape into nature for locals and tourists alike.

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Lauren W.
9/24/2016

This is our third time at Pawnee State Recreational Area. This is usually a stop-over for us and we enjoy getting runs and hikes in our overnights. Although often full, we find it quiet here...

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Bill E.
5/4/2023

Beautiful park. I am not sure how I had never heard about this one. It's nicely spread out with a varity of places to get into it. I saw a lot of different birds. Beatiful.

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Marissa M.
9/1/2014

Nice little stop off of I80 if you're road tripping. Picnic benches, beach, and a good lake. Unfortunately, when I went, it was overrun by flies, probably because the garages nearby were near...

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Carrie T.
7/19/2021

Camped here on a cross country road trip. Beautiful quiet location and nice campsites. Only complaint is when we arrived (5:30 pm) the office was closed and we had to call a number to find out...

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Karen T.
5/15/2017

Nice campground, friendly staff. Wide enough space between camp sites. Electricity is available at about half the sites. Showers acceptable but could use some love. Columbine, iris and...

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