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Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area

Address
NE-97 & Cedar Bay
Valentine, NE 69201 Get Directions
Phone (402) 376-3320
Website http://outdoornebraska.gov/merrittreservoir/

Events at this venue

Today

  • The Milky Way glows above Merritt Reservoir on a clear night.

    Night Sky Viewing at Merritt Reservoir

    Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area NE-97 & Cedar Bay, Valentine, NE
    Parks

    Designated as an International Dark Sky Park in 2022, Merritt Reservoir is a prime location for stargazing. Join us on Saturday evening, October 3, 2026, for a ranger-led night sky viewing event. Rangers from The Niobrara National Scenic River and members of the Platte Valley Astronomical Observers will be there to give you a program […]