Put your tree decorating skills to the test for a chance to win a two-night cabin stay at Lewis and Clark State Recreation Area near Crofton!

The 6th annual tree decorating contest is open Nov. 27 through Dec. 28, 2025 with judging to occur Jan. 2; one winner will claim the prize two-night cabin stay. The second price winner will receive $100 in Game and Parks bucks.

Contestants, limited to household units, may decorate one tree along the park’s entrance driveway.

Contestants are encouraged to use environmentally friendly decorations, such as popcorn garland, solar powered lights, bird seed pine cones, wildlife-friendly decorations and more.

Then take a photo of the decorated tree and send it to [email protected].

All decorations that are not wildlife friendly must be removed by Jan. 11.

Please contact the park office at 402-388-4169 with any questions.

A valid Nebraska state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.