Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

Black Friday Hike at Platte River State Park

Platte River State Park Louisville, NE

Instead of shopping on Black Friday, spend the day after Thanksgiving outdoors on a free, guided hike at Platte River State Park. Meet at the Waterfall Trailhead parking lot at 10 a.m. Nov. 29. A naturalist will lead the 2-mile hike, stopping to share some of his favorite fascinating finds along the way. The hike […]

Archery on Fire at Platte River State Park

Platte River State Park Louisville, NE

Join us at Platte River State Park for our annual Archery on Fire event! Bring the family and test your skills in archery and primitive shooting at the range. You’ll also find our naturalist tent with many different nature activities to explore. Equipment is provided and knowledgeable staff will be there to help. Activities • […]

Platte River State Park Yule Log Festival

Platte River State Park Louisville, NE

Enjoy the beautiful winter season with friends and family at this Yule Log Festival at Platte River State Park! All Yule Log activities take place at Walter Scott Jr. Lodge. ACTIVITIES -Pinecone Bird Feeders -Kid Friendly Crafts -Winter Holiday Cooking Decorating Contest: A fun holiday cookie competition. Bring your decorated festive platter of cookies to […]

Yule Log Festival at Platte River State Park

Platte River State Park Louisville, NE

Enjoy the beautiful winter season with friends and family at this Yule Log Festival at Platte River State Park! All Yule Log activities take place at Walter Scott Jr. Lodge. ACTIVITIES -Pinecone Bird Feeders -Kid Friendly Crafts -Winter Holiday Cooking Decorating Contest: A fun holiday cookie competition. Bring your decorated festive platter of cookies to […]

First Day Hike at Platte River State Park

Platte River State Park Louisville, NE

Start the new year off with a First Day Hike at Platte River State Park! Meet at 9 a.m. at the Walter Scott Lodge next to the red tower and join our Park Naturalists for a hike to Stone Creek Falls. Following the hike, warm up by the fireplace with hot cocoa, coffee and donut […]