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Opportunities in your Nebraska state parks

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Nine state parks where you can escape the crowds

Busy state parks are busy for a reason: There’s plenty to do and lots to see. But there are plenty of quieter parks, too. They still offer amenities and attractions that make for a fun day or weekend, but typically aren’t as packed with visitors. Here are nine state parks to put on your list.

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Go on a clue-solving quest at Nebraska parks

Have fun solving clues as you visit parks across Nebraska! The Great Park Pursuit is a free program that encourages teams to visit up to 20 official park sites across the state. You will follow clues to a post placed somewhere at the site, for the chance of winning prizes. Sign up today!

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Try ready-to-go camping sites with Tentrr

Looking for an easy way to camp with less hassle? Try Tentrr, the newest way to experience Nebraska's state parks. Tentrr's fully equipped, ready-to-go campsites mean less roughing it and more time to explore the park.

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Park Events You'll Enjoy

Campfire at night

Christmas in July at Indian Cave

For a touch of holiday cheer, bring the family to Indian Cave State Park on July 14-15. Activities at this event include hayrack rides, visits with Santa, Christmas themed-games and much more. 

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Girls looking at a badger hide

Learn about nature at Two Rivers

On July 15, join our naturalists at Two Rivers State Recreation Area and discover tracks, pelts, skulls and other things to explore around the park. Participants will also meet a live animal.

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Discover wild creatures at Wildcat Hills

Join natural resource experts as we try to find and identify as many species as possible. Together, we will uncover the surprising diversity of wild things living at Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area.

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Additional Park Events

Milky Way over Merritt Reservoir

Explore nighttime insects at Merritt Reservoir

Discover the fantastic world of weird and wonderful nighttime insects at Merritt Reservoir! Merritt is known for its dark skies, so this is the perfect place to do so. Join us on July 21.

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Woman building a sandcastle at Lake McConaughy

Compete in a sand sculpting contest

Show off your creativity at Calamus Castles, a sand sculpting contest at Calamus State Recreation Area. Class options are available for 10 and under, an open class, and family groups.

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Learn how to fly fish at Mormon Island

Would you, or someone you know, like to pick up fly fishing? Then come to Mormon Island State Recreation Area on July 27 to learn from avid fly fishing anglers. There is no cost to attend.

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