{"id":89010,"date":"2021-06-25T00:00:52","date_gmt":"2021-06-25T00:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/?p=78972"},"modified":"2021-06-25T00:00:52","modified_gmt":"2021-06-25T00:00:52","slug":"best-summer-hiking-walking-trails-omaha-area-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/2021\/06\/best-summer-hiking-walking-trails-omaha-area-2\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Summer Hiking and Walking Trails in the Omaha Area"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">While Omaha isn&#8217;t known as a hiking destination, that doesn&#8217;t mean we still aren&#8217;t home to our fair share of hiking trails! Omaha just happens to be surrounded by beautiful bluffs, rolling hills, peaceful lakes and\u00a0sparkling rivers\u2014each offering a variety of trails for you to explore. And because we have one of the best\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/parks.cityofomaha.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\"><span lang=\"en-US\">parks departments<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"en-US\">\u00a0in the country, each trail has been impeccably maintained for your family&#8217;s enjoyment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">We rounded up some our favorite local hiking and walking destinations\u00a0below, including both rural and urban treks\u00a0through Omaha&#8217;s beautiful scenery.\u00a0So,\u00a0grab your hiking shoes, some sunscreen and a bottle of water and hit the trail!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><span lang=\"en-US\">We&#8217;ve organized this list by distance from the center of\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/downtown-real-estate\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"1\"><span lang=\"en-US\">downtown Omaha<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"en-US\">. To see exactly where each trail starts, we\u00a0encourage\u00a0you to click the address under each trail header to see a Google map.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lauritzengardens.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"2\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Lauritzen Gardens<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Lauritzen+Gardens%2FKenefick+Park\/@41.2343358,-95.9186858,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x87938f6ce7ec260b:0xb48ff168e026a73e!8m2!3d41.2343318!4d-95.9164971\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"3\"><span lang=\"en-US\">100 Bancroft Street, Omaha<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 3-12<\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 100%px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CE1sWgXh4s1\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"13\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\"><a style=\"background: #FFFFFF; line-height: 0; padding: 0 0; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; width: 100%;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CE1sWgXh4s1\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CE1sWgXh4s1\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Lauritzen Gardens (@lauritzengardens)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\" async=\"\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">For a gorgeous\u00a0urban hike,\u00a0don&#8217;t miss Lauritzen Gardens! The space is a beautiful green and floral oasis, allowing visitors to view hundreds of unique plant species and engage in fun, socially distanced workshops and events. Meander through the scenic gardens, and then stop by the cafe for a snack! One of our favorite places to hike within the gardens is their Woodland Trail, a century-old forest of bur oak offering views to the north and south of the Missouri River Valley.<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/fontenelleforest.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"4\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Fontenelle Forest<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Fontenelle+Forest\/@41.1797568,-95.920022,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8793889306b17101:0xee4dd9ff542db632!8m2!3d41.1797528!4d-95.9178333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"5\"><span lang=\"en-US\">1111 Bellevue Boulevard, Bellevue<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: $11 for adults, $10 for seniors, $8 for children. Children two and under are free.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/em>\n<\/div>\n<div><span lang=\"en-US\">Fontenelle Forest is one of our favorite places\u00a0to hike in the Omaha area. This gorgeous forest is full of treehouses, suspended walkways, boardwalks and educational opportunities\u2014all surrounded by hiking trails for you to explore.\u00a0The entire area offers more than 19 miles of hiking trails, passing through lakes, rivers, camps, a railroad and more. You can even take a detour off the main path to take a short history hike\u00a0to learn about the French Trading Post.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fontenelleforest.org\/recommended-hikes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"6\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Click here<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"en-US\">\u00a0to learn more about every hike you can take in Fontenelle Forest and explore trail maps.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.councilbluffs-ia.gov\/2327\/Lewis-and-Clark-Monument-Park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"7\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Lewis and Clark Monument Park<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Lewis+and+Clark+Park\/@41.3034838,-95.8601597,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x87939ad999c7a817:0xcf20e05eb6cae281!8m2!3d41.3034798!4d-95.857971\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"8\"><span lang=\"en-US\">19962 Monument Road, Council Bluffs<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: Free<\/span>\u00a0<\/em>\n<\/div>\n<div><span lang=\"en-US\">Lewis and Clark Monument Park in\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/neighborhoods\/\/councilbluffsiowa\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"9\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Council Bluffs<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"en-US\">\u00a0is about 35 acres in size and offers some of the best views of Big Lake Park, Eppley Airfield and the Omaha skyline in the city. In addition to the titular\u00a0Lewis and Clark Monument, this park is also home to beautiful hiking trails, mountain biking trails, picnic areas, restrooms and a plaza with an overlook!\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/loesshps.org\/vincent-bluff\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Vincent Bluff\u00a0<\/span>Preserve<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Vincent+Bluff+State+Preserve\/@41.2415091,-95.8372057,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x879384682ecf75cb:0xedfb9f0d9185e3c5!8m2!3d41.2415051!4d-95.835017\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"11\"><span lang=\"en-US\">2200\u00a0Thallas\u00a0Street, Council Bluffs<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: Free<\/span>\u00a0<\/em>\n<\/div>\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-79022 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Vincent-Bluff-State-Park--e1624629913401.jpeg\" alt=\"Vincent Bluff State Park\" width=\"945\" height=\"632\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/632;\" \/><br \/>\n <em>Photo courtesy of the <a href=\"http:\/\/loesshps.org\/vincent-bluff\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Loess Hills Preservation Society<\/a><\/em><\/div>\n<div><span lang=\"en-US\">You can&#8217;t beat the views at Vincent Bluff Preserve! Located in Council Bluffs, this area offers you perfect views of the Loess Hills. The area offers several nature trails\u2014including one to the top of the bluff overlooking the entire metro Council Bluffs area\u2014along with a picnic shelter.<\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.councilbluffs-ia.gov\/2179\/Fairmount-Park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"12\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Fairmount\u00a0Park<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Fairmount+Park+Splash+Pad\/@41.2528278,-95.846133,16z\/data=!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x87938458a3a48c9b:0x32c5a5022495175d!2sFairmount+Park,+Council+Bluffs,+IA+51503!3b1!8m2!3d41.2519958!4d-95.8419775!3m4!1s0x8793845f67e3fc21:0xb83f0ea21823ca5e!8m2!3d41.2521795!4d-95.8388649\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"13\"><span lang=\"en-US\">East Graham Avenue &amp; Park Entrance Street<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: Free<\/span>\u00a0<\/em>\n<\/div>\n<div><span lang=\"en-US\">This historic park features several walking trails, a playground, a plaza, a\u00a0brand-new\u00a0splash pad and a scenic overlook of the west\u00a0side of Council Bluffs and the Omaha skyline! Handicap accessible and not too far from the heart of the city, this is the perfect spot to enjoy a picnic, cool off during the summer, take a hike or take in the sights.<\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wabashtrace.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"14\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Wabash Trace Trail<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Wabash+Trace+Nature+Trail\/@41.218831,-95.8192071,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8793840127df0127:0xca81d3ce0debae3e!8m2!3d41.218827!4d-95.8170184\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"15\"><span lang=\"en-US\">4102 Harry Langdon Boulevard, Council Bluffs<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee:\u00a0$2 daily or $20 for an annual pass\u00a0<\/span><\/em>\n<\/div>\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-73752 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Wabash.png\" alt=\"Wabash\" width=\"945\" height=\"532\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Wabash.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Wabash-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Wabash-768x432.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/532;\" \/><br \/>\n <em>Photo courtesy of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wabashtrace.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wabash Trace Trail<\/a><\/em><\/div>\n<div><span lang=\"en-US\">Just a few miles outside of downtown Omaha, the Wabash Trace Trail is a crushed limestone trail, great for cycling, jogging or light hiking! It starts in Council Bluffs and takes a scenic route southward through the Loess Hills and tree-lined fields. And, because it\u2019s an old railroad route, the slopes are never too steep. Enjoy exploring more than four counties, nine towns and more than 72 bridges through the 63 miles of trail that tracks through southwest Iowa.<\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/parks.cityofomaha.org\/omaha-park\/recreation-facilities-m\/hummel-park-nature-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"16\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Hummel Park Nature Center<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Hummel+Park+Nature+Center\/@41.373629,-95.9604497,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x879396c91517293b:0xa0656e69b9be5286!8m2!3d41.3735414!4d-95.9581899\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"17\"><span lang=\"en-US\">3033 Hummel Road, Omaha<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: Free<\/span>\u00a0<\/em>\n<\/div>\n<div><span lang=\"en-US\">Hummel Park is a beautiful, peaceful area perfect for a summer hike!\u00a0The nature center, operated by the Omaha Parks and Recreation Department, offers environmental education programs and special nature events year-round. Here,\u00a0you&#8217;ll find a variety of gorgeous hiking trails, a frisbee\/disc golf course, a\u00a0gaga ball pit\u00a0and so much more.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/trail\/us\/nebraska\/big-papio-trail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"18\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Big Papio Trail<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Seymour+Smith+Park\/@41.1938441,-96.0212813,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x87938b853833c9a3:0x794faa152b5add08!8m2!3d41.1938401!4d-96.0190926\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"19\"><span lang=\"en-US\">6802 Harrison Street, Omaha<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: Free<\/span>\u00a0<\/em>\n<\/div>\n<div><span lang=\"en-US\">For a leisurely walk through some of Omaha\u2019s most scenic parks, you can\u2019t do better than The Big Papio Trail. This winding, 18.7-mile route connects several retail and business corridors, even offering trailside dining and shopping at\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddevelopment.com\/one-pacific-place\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"20\"><span lang=\"en-US\">One Pacific Place<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"en-US\">, many overlooking the Missouri River. Stop along the route to play a round of disc golf at Seymour Smith Park, and take in the views at the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happyhollowclub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"21\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Happy Hollow Club<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"en-US\">.<\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.heronhaven.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"22\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Heron Haven Nature Center<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Heron+Haven+Nature+Center\/@41.2926393,-96.0992755,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8793ed6fab2f9627:0xc0d669445bd26d43!8m2!3d41.2926353!4d-96.0970868\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"23\"><span lang=\"en-US\">11809 Old Maple Road, Omaha<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: Free, donations welcome<\/span>\u00a0<\/em>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 100%px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/COqGao-tCIF\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"13\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\"><a style=\"background: #FFFFFF; line-height: 0; padding: 0 0; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; width: 100%;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/COqGao-tCIF\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><br \/>\n <\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/COqGao-tCIF\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by 253 Photography (@russ.torres253)<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\" async=\"\"><\/script><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">Heron Haven, located\u00a0near Woodlyn Park in West Omaha, is a spring-fed wetland\u00a0sanctuary\u00a0featuring one of the last oxbow wetlands of Big Papillion Creek. In addition to being a great place to hike, Heron Haven is an important educational and research asset to local biology and ecology students at local universities.\u00a0The hiking trails here are a favorite for families, offering flat trails and a little boardwalk over the pond.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oppd.com\/residential\/trees-power-lines\/arboretum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"24\"><span lang=\"en-US\">OPPD Arboretum<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/OPPD+Arboretum\/@41.2786537,-96.0805246,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8793f2a87e4d05db:0xdfd9f998c9e3e54b!8m2!3d41.2786497!4d-96.0783359\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"25\"><span lang=\"en-US\">108th &amp; Blondo Streets<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/OPPD+Arboretum\/@41.2786537,-96.0805246,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8793f2a87e4d05db:0xdfd9f998c9e3e54b!8m2!3d41.2786497!4d-96.0783359\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">, Omaha<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: Free<\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">The OPPD Arboretum is an outdoor education area located at 108th and Blondo Streets and is open to the public from dawn until dusk. The area is surrounded by a paved trail as well as a woodchipped trail\u2014giving you plenty of options when it comes to exploring the entire\u00a0arboretum. Along the way, don\u2019t forget to stop by the Substation Overlook, the Outdoor\u00a0Classroom, the Transmission Line\u00a0Demonstration, The Electrical Safety Education Area and more!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/trail\/us\/nebraska\/tranquility-trail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"26\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Tranquility Park<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Tranquility+Park\/@41.3048963,-96.1090851,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8793ed0b8e83130b:0xe41064235b5e5cec!8m2!3d41.3048923!4d-96.1068964\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"27\"><span lang=\"en-US\">12222 West Maple Road, Omaha<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: Free<\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">Tranquility Park is one of the most popular spots for hiking in the Omaha area, and it&#8217;s not hard to see why! Tranquility\u00a0Trail is Omaha&#8217;s first approved off-road trail system, offering more than 9 miles of hiking trails with a good mix of terrain. Enjoy everything from tight switchbacks through pine trees to wide, open grassland climbs and speed-building swooping descents!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/zorinsky-lake-park.edan.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"28\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Zorinksy Lake<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Zorinsky+Lake\/@41.2193501,-96.1915082,14z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8793f114cc9895e9:0xb57c9eab6ed276a3!8m2!3d41.2197325!4d-96.1725856\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"29\"><span lang=\"en-US\">3808 South 154th Street, Omaha<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: Free<\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-76002 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Lake_Zorinsky_Real_Estate_5-e1614382400119.jpg\" alt=\"Lake_Zorinsky_Real_Estate_5\" width=\"945\" height=\"627\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Lake_Zorinsky_Real_Estate_5-e1614382400119.jpg 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Lake_Zorinsky_Real_Estate_5-e1614382400119-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Lake_Zorinsky_Real_Estate_5-e1614382400119-768x510.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/627;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">Zorinsky\u00a0Lake is one of Omaha\u2019s most popular recreational areas, boasting a 225-acre lake surrounded by 770 acres of public access land. One of our favorite\u00a0Zorinsky\u00a0Lake activities\u2014in addition to\u00a0actually swimming\u00a0in the lake\u2014is hiking! There is a trail, dubbed\u00a0Zorinsky\u00a0Lake Trail Loop, that runs along the entire edge of the lake, offering more than 7.8 miles for walking or biking. Because the trail is mostly flat, it&#8217;s a favorite for families and those walking dogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pottconservation.com\/parks\/hitchcock_nature_center\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"30\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Hitchcock Nature Center<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Hitchcock+Nature+Center\/@41.4144761,-95.8588557,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x879398547dd56ec9:0x96741571a3b993df!8m2!3d41.4144721!4d-95.856667\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"31\"><span lang=\"en-US\">27792 Ski Hill Loop, Honey Creek<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: $5 per vehicle<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">The Hitchcock Nature Center in Honey Creek is a wonderland of things to do all year long. Not only do they offer fun hands-on activities for kids, but they also offer a 45-foot-tall observation tower that gives visitors a unique birds-eye view of the rolling hills. They are open every day of the year for hiking, camping, picnicking, bird watching and more.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pottconservation.com\/files\/hitchcock_nature_center_trail_map_90474.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"32\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Click here<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"en-US\">\u00a0to see a map of the 10 miles of trails throughout the nature center!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitomaha.com\/listings\/standing-bear-lake\/57380\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"33\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Standing Bear Lake<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Standing+Bear+Lake\/@41.3147505,-96.1397508,14z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8793edb23e18d9b9:0x9247d8a7abc8e6a9!8m2!3d41.3147201!4d-96.1222412\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"34\"><span lang=\"en-US\">6404 North 132nd Street, Omaha<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: Free<\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-79002 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Standing_Bear_Lake_Real_Estate-e1621023504602.jpeg\" alt=\"Standing_Bear_Lake_Real_Estate\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Standing_Bear_Lake_Real_Estate-e1621023504602.jpeg 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Standing_Bear_Lake_Real_Estate-e1621023504602-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Standing_Bear_Lake_Real_Estate-e1621023504602-768x512.jpeg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">Paddle boarding, kayaking and swimming await at Standing Bear Lake!\u00a0The day-use facility\u00a0is located\u00a0on\u00a0the northwest side of Omaha and is a serene paradise all year long. Here, you\u2019ll find 3.3 miles of hiking and cycling trails\u00a0(which includes an amazing bridge trail section),\u00a0a picnic area, shaded shelters, a playground and the lake, which is perfect for a quick splash!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/outdoornebraska.gov\/mahoney\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"35\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Eugene T. Mahoney State Park<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Standing+Bear+Lake\/@41.3147505,-96.1397508,14z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8793edb23e18d9b9:0x9247d8a7abc8e6a9!8m2!3d41.3147201!4d-96.1222412\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"36\"><span lang=\"en-US\">28500 West Park Highway, Ashland<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: $6 per vehicle<\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">Located halfway between Omaha and Lincoln, Eugene T. Mahoney State Park is a popular outdoorsy retreat for residents of both cities. While the park is well known due to its water park and other summer attractions, we love exploring the area\u2019s miles of scenic wooded walking trails!\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/parks\/us\/nebraska\/eugene-t-mahoney-state-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"37\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Click here<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"en-US\">\u00a0to explore all the\u00a0hikes\u00a0you can find in this state park and map out your route.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/outdoornebraska.gov\/schramm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"38\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Schramm Park State Recreation Area<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/SCHRAMM+PARK+STATE+RECREATION+AREA\/@41.0186145,-96.2482569,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x879405f06b82d8bf:0x3e80a20fae6e500e!8m2!3d41.0186105!4d-96.2460682\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"39\"><span lang=\"en-US\">20874-21146, NE-31, Gretna<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee:\u00a0$6 per vehicle<\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">Nestled among the rolling hills of the Platte River Valley, Schramm Park State Recreation Area is a spectacular spot to spend a summer day. Along with offering the state\u2019s first fish hatchery, the park boasts several well-maintained wooded trails that are open all year long. One of the longer routes, which is very popular with local hikers, features a suspension bridge that offers beautiful views of the park. While you\u2019re there, don\u2019t miss the opportunity to tour the Schramm Education Center, a state-of-the-art facility that allows visitors to learn all about Nebraska\u2019s aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems<\/span><span lang=\"en-US\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.wildlifesafaripark.com\/hiking-trails\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"40\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Wildlife Safari Park<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Wildlife+Safari+Park\/@41.009725,-96.30476,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8794043db3ea0f5d:0xdfecdaa31491d991!8m2!3d41.009721!4d-96.3025713\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"41\"><span lang=\"en-US\">16406 292nd Street, Ashland<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><em><span lang=\"en-US\">Entrance Fee: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and $6 for children three and older<\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-79032 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Wildlife-Safari-Park-e1621023519392.jpeg\" alt=\"Wildlife Safari Park\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Wildlife-Safari-Park-e1621023519392.jpeg 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Wildlife-Safari-Park-e1621023519392-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Wildlife-Safari-Park-e1621023519392-768x512.jpeg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><em>Photo courtesy of the <a href=\"http:\/\/Wildlife Safari Park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lee G. Conservation Park &amp; Wildlife Safari<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">Situated just 30 minutes outside of Omaha, the Lee G. Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari is home to more than 350 animals and 53 species from all over the world.\u00a0The park\u00a0is a partner with\u00a0Omaha\u2019s\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omahazoo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"42\"><span lang=\"en-US\">Henry Doorly Zoo<\/span><\/a><span lang=\"en-US\">\u00a0and allows animals to thrive in a more natural habitat while researchers study their lives and behaviors. Unlike other zoos, you can take a fabulous drive-through tour of the park and witness animals in their natural state in a little Nebraskan safari! In addition to their driving tour, they also offer\u00a02\u00a0miles\u00a0of hiking trails for you to explore! Hike through Wolf Woods or head over to Frog Lake; both offer gorgeous views, educational opportunities and a fun walk for all levels of hikers to enjoy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2><span lang=\"en-US\">Take a Hike!<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\">Where are your favorite places to hike in the Omaha area? Tell us all about them in the comments below.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While Omaha isn&#8217;t known as a hiking destination, that doesn&#8217;t mean we still aren&#8217;t home to our fair share of hiking trails! Omaha just happens to be surrounded by beautiful bluffs, rolling hills, peaceful lakes and\u00a0sparkling rivers\u2014each offering a variety of trails for you to explore. 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